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Status: Canceled
Network: WGN America
Type: Scripted
Rating: 7.0/10
Almost Paradise
Overview
A former DEA agent forced into early retirement runs a gift shop in in the Philippines. Despite his best efforts to begin a tranquil new life, he’s pulled back into a world of dangerous people and deadly situations, either through his friends in the local police department or running into people from his old life. And the problem is: he likes it.
This production, originally released in 2020, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Action & Adventure, Drama, Crime genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 7.0 across its 2 seasons.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Action & Adventure and Drama.
- • Produced in Philippines, United States of America.
- • Original Language: English.
Starring Cast
Christian Kane
Alex Walker
Samantha Richelle
Kai Mendoza
Art Acuña
Ernesto Alamares
Nonie Buencamino
Ike Ocampo
Seasons
Season 1
10 Episodes • Aired 2020-03-29
When hypertension forces DEA agent Alex Walker into early retirement, he decides to move to a tranquil beach he visited years ago. When he arrives, he discovers dozens of luxury resorts filling this once secluded island with vacationers...and the rich and famous criminals of the world. Despite his best efforts to begin a new life, he’s pulled back into a world of dangerous people and situations.
Season 2
10 Episodes • Aired 2023-07-19
Alex is left questioning his place on the island, but with the help of his trusted friends Detective Kai Mendoza and Ernesto Almarez, he discovers a new sense of family that keeps him anchored in paradise.