Paradise Season 2 Finale: Did Anyone Die in a Dan Fogelman Show?

Paradise’s Season 2 finale brought some serious drama and plot twists to the Hulu hit show. Samantha “Sinatra” Redmond had a major role in the finale, and her character went out with a bang (literally). Let’s unpack what went down if you missed it.

In Episode 8, which dropped Monday, we saw Sinatra learn about her impending death thanks to some forecasting from Alex, the AI in the mix. At the same time, Paradise was experiencing some serious issues, prompting the need for a mass evacuation. Link, trying to find Alex, realized Sinatra believes he’s her son – definitely a wild plot twist! Someone had to stay behind to prevent a nuclear disaster, and Sinatra took one for the team, ensuring everyone else could get out safely.

Emmy winner Julianne Nicholson chatted with TVLine about her character’s final moments in the bunker, shedding some light on the show’s time-twisty direction and Sinatra’s ultimate sacrifice. The storyline really threw Nicholson for a loop, but she trusted the showrunners and writers to guide her through the journey. She also touched on at-which point Sinatra shifted towards making a selfless choice for the sake of her family and the community.

The finale packed a punch, and left us excited for what’s to come. If you’ve been following the show, Sinatra’s journey in the last episode was a rollercoaster, but it definitely sets the stage for some interesting new plotlines. Who knows what the next season will bring? We’ll just have to wait and see.