Paradise Creator Lied To Disney In Order To Cast Key Actor
Dan Fogelman is known for This Is Us.
Paradise creator Dan Fogelman admitted to lying to Disney in order to delay the series' production so he could secure the political thriller's most powerful figure. Hulu's hit new show takes place in a massive underground community three years after a doomsday event, following Secret Service agent Xavier Collins (Sterling K. Brown) as he investigates the assassination of the U.S. president. Julianne Nicholson portrays Samantha "Sinatra" Redmond, a powerful yet enigmatic woman overseeing the communityâs governance. The Paradise cast also features James Marsden and Sarah Shahi.
In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Fogelman confessed that he "lied to Disney to buy a couple of weeks of time for Julianne Nicholson."Due to a scheduling conflict with another project, Nicholson was initially unavailable. Rather than recasting the role, the This is Us creator orchestrated a delay to accommodate her schedule, misleading the studio into believing the production required additional prep time. Check out Fogelman's comments below:
She was somebody I wanted from the very beginning. Iâd admired her from afar. I didnât want Sinatra to be like a mustache-twirling villain, I wanted her to be softer, but also quietly commanding. I really wanted Julianne and we Zoomed, I sent her the scripts, and we hit it off. I thought she wanted to do it, and then I got word that she did, and I was so excited. Then it came back to us that there had been a screw-up in communication and she was shooting a film or another series and the dates werenât going to work.
So I moved heaven and earth. I said, âCan we change the shooting schedule?â and we did a little bit, but it still wasnât going to work. There was too much overlap. Eventually, I received the call, like, âYou have to move on.â I was devastated. Iâm saying it now, because it looks like the show might be moderately successful, so no one will care.
But I actually lied to the people at the studio, and I said: âWeâre not ready to make the show. We need more time in prep,â which cost a lot of money to extend prep⊠I made it [seem] about 12 different things, but that allowed for us to delay starting shooting, and allowed Julianne to be free. Now, obviously, everyoneâs so glad we did it.
What Fogelman's White Lie For Paradise MeansThe High-Stakes Move Paid OffHopefully, Disney doesn't mind the lie too much, because Fogelmanâs gamble ultimately benefited Paradise. Nicholsonâs portrayal of Sinatra has become a standout element of the series and has been widely praised by critics for its depth and nuance. Rather than playing a stereotypical antagonist, her performance brings a quietly commanding presence to the role, reinforcing the themes of power and moral ambiguity in Paradise's major murder mystery. Nicholsonâs Sinatra operates in the shadows away from Collins' prying eyesâbut she's far from a traditional villain as she prioritizes the safety of the community.
RelatedHuluâs Paradise Already Has One Major Challenge To OvercomeParadise, starring Sterling K. Brown and James Marsden, has begun with an intriguing plot twist and a challenge that the show will need to navigate.
Many successful TV series have hinged on actors who were initially unavailable or almost passed overâthink Aaron Paul in Breaking Bad or Jon Hamm in Mad Men (via Business Insider). By bending the rules to secure his preferred choice, Fogelman may have ensured Paradiseâs credibility and emotional depth, something crucial for a Hulu TV show with intricate political storytelling in a crowded streaming landscape.
Our Take On Fogelmanâs Risky Casting MoveA Little White Lie For A Big WinWith Paradise gaining traction and critical praise so quickly, itâs likely that Julianna Nicholson's casting decision will be seen as a stroke of genius rather than an expensive inconvenience. If the show continues its success, Fogelmanâs maneuver will likely be remembered as a small price to pay for an Emmy Award-winning actor like Nicholson (Mare of Easttown). In an industry where creative vision is often compromised by studios wanting to cut corners, itâs refreshing to see the Paradise creator fight for what he believes inâeven if it meant a small, white lie.
Source: THR
Your RatingParadise Release Date January 26, 2025 Network Hulu Directors Gandja Monteiro Writers Jason Wilborn
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âThe Scandal of Chunhwaâ is a historical romance drama that tells the story of Princess Hwa Ri (Go Ara), who, after experiencing the heartbreak of her first love, declares her intention to choose her future husband herself. Her groundbreaking decision throws the royal palace into turmoil and entangles her with two men: Choi Hwan (Chang Ryul), the cityâs most notorious playboy, and Lee Jang Won (SF9âs Chani), the cityâs most eligible bachelor.
The first two episodes of âThe Scandal of Chunhwaâ depict the thrilling encounter between Princess Hwa Ri, whose every move captures the nationâs attention, and Choi Hwan, a notorious playboy surrounded by endless rumors.
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, who, after experiencing the heartbreak of her first love, declares her intention to choose her future husband herself. Her groundbreaking decision throws the royal palace into turmoil and entangles her with two men: Choi Hwan (Chang Ryul), the cityâs most notorious playboy, and Lee Jang Won (SF9âs Chani), the cityâs most eligible bachelor.
The first two episodes of âThe Scandal of Chunhwaâ depict the thrilling encounter between Princess Hwa Ri, whose every move captures the nationâs attention, and Choi Hwan, a notorious playboy surrounded by endless rumors.
As the legitimate princess of the Dongbang Kingdom, Hwa Ri boldly declares that she will personally choose her future husband. Rejecting a suitor selected by the royal court, she sets out to find a man she can truly love, a decision that once again stirs up the city. The first to step forward for the role of her husband is the mysterious Choi Hwan, marking the beginning of an unpredictable and tangled relationship.
The newly released stills capture the intriguing first meeting between the two. Disguised in menâs clothing, Hwa Ri is secretly peeking at something while Choi Hwan watches her with keen interest and an amused gaze.
Though every citizen of Dongbang Kingdom knows Princess Hwa Ri, her transformation and curious gaze exude a sense of unrestrained freedom, making her presence all the more captivating. Meanwhile, Choi Hwan, a man who seemingly has everything, raises curiosity with his decision to pursue the role of the princessâs husband. What could have led him to make such a choice, and what twists await in their budding story?
The first two episodes of âThe Scandal of Chunhwaâ premiere on February 6.
Watch Go Ara in âHaechiâ below:
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