Mind-Blowing Twists Unveiled: A Complete Recap of Almost Paradise Season 2 in 10 Epic Episodes!

Summary

Almost Paradise season 2 delivers exciting crime action mixed with family drama, providing a perfect balance for viewers.

Almost Paradise season 2 captivates viewers on Amazon Freevee, standing out among the platform's array of diverse TV content. Each episode presents riveting and standalone narratives, effectively highlighting the show's procedural crime format.

Almost Paradise season 2 picks up right where the first season left off, delivering an even more thrilling blend of crime action and family drama. Premiering in 2020, the show follows retired DEA Agent Alex Walker (played by Christian Kane) as he continues to combat crime in the Philippines, despite seeking a simpler life. While it originally aired on the former WGN America network, Almost Paradise season 2 can now be streamed on Amazon Freevee, alongside the first season. Despite flying under the radar, the series stands out due to its skillful balance of weekly cop action and exploration of Walker's personal life.

Freevee, Amazon's secondary streaming service, has become a new home for various series that have found a fresh audience on the platform. Along with an impressive collection of movies, shows like American Rust and Bosch: Legacy join Almost Paradise in Freevee's growing catalog of diverse TV content. Season 1 of Almost Paradise set the stage for the show's success, hinting at even more excitement as viewers join Alex Walker on his ongoing crime-fighting adventures in the Philippines.

"The Magellan Cross" (S2 E1)

Almost Paradise season 2 kicks off with a thrilling heist scene reminiscent of a classic movie. Two criminals break into a local church, looting it before brutally murdering the priest and setting the sacred place ablaze. Ernesto and Kai, our investigators, dive into the case, and Kai insists on involving Alex due to his eagerness to assist. Kai receives a positive checkup from his doctor, but it becomes evident that something is missing from his supposedly "retired" life – love.

Alex joins the police at the church, and with the help of Father Rodrigo, they uncover the shocking truth that the ancient Magellan Cross has been stolen. During the funeral for the slain priest, Alex becomes suspicious of the wealthy Ann Villegas, suspecting her to be the perpetrator. However, when he interrogates her, driven partially by romantic interest, Alex realizes she is the rightful owner of the stolen artifact.

To catch the real culprits, Alex devises a clever sting operation at an auction organized by Villegas. Unexpectedly, Father Rodrigo, who has been revealed as a notorious smuggler, kidnaps Alex. Impressive with his skills, Alex manages to escape, while Ernesto takes down the thugs. In the end, the Magellan Cross is returned to Ann, who decides it should remain in the rebuilt church. Despite their connection, Ann and Alex part ways without any romance blossoming between them.

"Breaking Badminton" (S2 E2)

Alex is drawn back into the midst of excitement when his former trainer, Carlo, unexpectedly dies under mysterious circumstances. During their investigation of Carlo's belongings, Ernesto, Kai, and Alex stumble upon a valuable chip that grants them entry into a covert club. Initially believing it to be a fight club, they soon realize it is actually a badminton club. However, they encounter Rocco, the club's owner, who grants them permission to participate in a tournament. As they search through Carlo's locker, they uncover a detailed list of his debts to numerous bookies in town.

Growing suspicious that the club may be a front for drug smuggling, Kai obtains a warrant from the chief to conduct an official investigation. In an attempt to gather evidence of illicit activities, the group returns to the club to take part in the badminton tournament while covertly searching the premises. Their exploration leads them to a locked room housing machinery used for drug processing, raising suspicions that Carlo had made a similar discovery prior to his demise. Rocco, fearing exposure, plots to eliminate the group, but they successfully defend themselves and ultimately capture Rocco.

"A Fisherfolk Tale" (S2 E3)

"Bahala Na" (S2 E4)

"A Fisherfolk Tale" in Almost Paradise season 2, episode 3 takes inspiration from top procedural crime shows. This self-contained epic follows the story of Ramon Romero, Alex's boat mechanic, who is deeply in love with Julia Castro. However, their romance faces a violent threat from the ongoing feud between their families. The situation takes a drastic turn when Emilio, one of Julia's relatives, is found dead, and Ramon becomes the prime suspect, appearing to be guilty. Against all odds, Alex firmly believes in Ramon's innocence and embarks on a mission to unveil the truth. In his investigation, Alex uncovers a mysterious fishing operation conducted by the Castro family, employing cyanide to catch tropical fish. Ultimately, by proving Ramon's innocence, Alex manages to intervene and resolve the intense conflict between the feuding families.

In a departure from the series' typical procedural drama, "Bahala Na" delves into history and adds a captivating twist. Alex is forced to leave his termite-infested house and seek refuge with Ernesto while exterminators take care of the problem. During his stay, Alex encounters Silvio, an elderly World War II veteran with a deep-seated resentment towards Americans. Curiosity piqued, Alex attempts to uncover the source of Silvio's animosity. However, their evening takes a dramatic turn when an unknown assailant breaks into the house, targeting Silvio. Alex and Ernesto valiantly thwart the attacker's evil intentions.

"Deus Ex-Wife Machina" (S2 E5)

Silvio's involvement in the Philippines resistance during WWII unfolds as an epic tale, akin to a gripping war film. He bravely assisted an American spy in escaping from the Japanese, carrying vital information back to the United States. However, Silvio's heroics remain unrecognized. Intriguingly, the gang uncovers a pattern of deaths among the WWII veterans who were interviewed by journalist Maria Manolo (played by Shaina Magdayao), making them suspicious of her. As Maria approaches Silvio for an interview, little does she know that her own boss is the elusive killer. Fortunately, Ernesto successfully apprehends him before he can escape.

Almost Paradise season 2, episode 5 titled "Deus Ex-Wife Machina" centers around Alex's personal life. In this episode, Alex's soon-to-be ex-wife Claire, played by Lisa Brenner, makes an appearance. She brings along her new partner, Bob, portrayed by Josh Adamson, to persuade Alex into signing the divorce papers. Simultaneously, Jace, played by Dante Basco, escapes from prison and devises a plan to kidnap Alex in order to seek his revenge. Unexpectedly, Jace's henchmen mistakenly abduct Bob instead of Alex. As a result, the group must cleverly orchestrate a swap so that Bob can be released, allowing Alex the opportunity to finally confront his long-standing adversary.

The swap takes an unexpected turn as Jace manages to escape with Alex, leaving them to confront each other while Jace's henchman, Mikey (played by Mikey Bustos), begins questioning his own loyalty. Eventually, Mikey turns against Jace and sets Bob and Claire free, while Alex and Jace engage in a heated battle at a nearby waterpark. Jace is captured once again, leading Alex to finally accept Claire's conditions, resulting in their official divorce.

"Ghost Month" (S2 E6)

In "Ghost Month," things take a spooky turn when Alex starts experiencing the presence of a deceased man's spirit. As Alex delves deeper into the eerie encounters, he uncovers the identity of the ghostly figure – Ivan (portrayed by Mon Confiado). Ivan met his untimely demise in a factory explosion several years ago. During a séance dedicated to Ivan, Alex encounters Nina (played by Arci Munoz), who had a previous acquaintance with the late Ivan and shares a close bond with his former associate, Joshua (portrayed by Jesus Alejandro). Meanwhile, the police discover Joshua's involvement in a drug smuggling operation and plan to apprehend him.

Nina calls Alex to come to the factory because she was coerced into going there by Joshua. The situation escalates into a struggle between the potential smuggler and Alex, resulting in Joshua getting shot. Nina, now that her plan is revealed, taunts Alex for unknowingly playing right into her hands and eliminating her competition. However, it is later revealed that Joshua was actually part of an intricate scheme to apprehend Nina. Ivan pays another visit to Alex, expressing appreciation for his assistance and affirming that he is indeed a fortunate man.

"All In" (S2 E7)

After inheriting her late father's casino, Ann Villegas becomes dissatisfied with the inadequate security measures, following a series of thefts by the Trask Force. Filled with doubt about her new security head, Barton (Joel Pierce), Ann enlists the help of Alex and his team to orchestrate a simulated heist. The group devises an ingenious plan to outsmart the automated system, while a mysterious woman named Margot (Erika Heynatz) seduces the former security head, Johnny (Leo Martinez). Despite going flawlessly, the staged heist is unexpectedly interrupted by the actual Trask robbers. Astonishingly, it is revealed that Barton is Trask himself; however, Alex shrewdly disposes of all the weapons in advance, resulting in Barton's subsequent arrest.

"Uncoupled" (S2 E8)

"Old Times" (S2 E9)

In episode 8 of season 2 of Almost Paradise, titled "Uncoupled," Kai finds herself pursuing a potential cult, prompted by concerned parents who seek information about their daughter's involvement with the enigmatic group known as Hiraya. To gain insights into this mysterious organization and its leader, Winston Strong (played by Jackson Gallagher), Kai asks Alex to play the role of her fake husband at a couples retreat. However, things take a dark turn when Winston attempts to manipulate Kai, and the situation spirals into a murder investigation as Strong winds up dead. Alex eventually uncovers the true culprit, a dissatisfied member of the cult, and with the help of Ernesto, they manage to apprehend the killer and secure their own safety.

Alex is approached by his on-again-off-again flame, Ann Villegas, who seeks his assistance with a murder investigation within the jurisdiction of Ernesto and Kai. As he delves deeper into uncovering the truth behind the crime, Alex crosses paths with Colt (Kim Knuckey) and Cookie (Carolyn Bock), an eccentric elderly couple who compel him to contemplate his own aging process. However, Alex soon discovers that Cookie and Colt are actually ruthless criminals who have targeted him, causing considerable strain on the budding relationship between Alex and Ann.

"Brigade" (S2 E10)

In the season 2 finale of Almost Paradise, Alex is once again confronted with his past when Fergus the Waterboarder, a notorious criminal, continues running his enterprise from behind bars. Meanwhile, Kai faces a difficult decision as she receives a job offer from the Manila Task Force, which could potentially advance her career, but realizes she has developed feelings for Alex. Unbeknownst to her and Ernesto, Alex's arrest is part of a covert operation to infiltrate Fergus' organization. Mistakenly believing that Alex intends to kill Fergus, Kai pleads with him to devise an alternate plan to bring down the criminal.

Eventually, Alex is successful in persuading Fergus' associates to turn against him, resulting in the dismantling of the secret criminal network and Fergus' definitive imprisonment. Following his release, Kai opens up about her feelings for Alex and declines the job offer from Manila. She is rewarded with a promotion at work, and the finale concludes with Alex deciding to maintain his gift shop business and pursue a new relationship with Kai while remaining in the Philippines.