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Paradise

  • TV Series
  • 1988–1990
  • 1h
IMDb RATING
8.0/10
600
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Lee Horsley in Paradise (1988)
DramaWestern

In 1890 in the town of Paradise, a professional gunfighter is forced to take custody of his sister's four children and retire to a farm and a quiet life. Nevertheless, he is often called upo... Read allIn 1890 in the town of Paradise, a professional gunfighter is forced to take custody of his sister's four children and retire to a farm and a quiet life. Nevertheless, he is often called upon by residents to defend them from lawlessness.In 1890 in the town of Paradise, a professional gunfighter is forced to take custody of his sister's four children and retire to a farm and a quiet life. Nevertheless, he is often called upon by residents to defend them from lawlessness.

  • Creators
    • David Jacobs
    • Robert Porter
  • Stars
    • Lee Horsley
    • Jenny Beck
    • Matthew Newmark
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    8.0/10
    600
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    • Creators
      • David Jacobs
      • Robert Porter
    • Stars
      • Lee Horsley
      • Jenny Beck
      • Matthew Newmark
    • 18User reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Nominated for 3 Primetime Emmys
      • 3 wins & 23 nominations total

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    Lee Horsley
    Lee Horsley
    • Ethan Allen Cord
    • 1988–1991
    Jenny Beck
    Jenny Beck
    • Claire Carroll
    • 1988–1991
    Matthew Newmark
    • Joseph Carroll
    • 1988–1991
    Brian Lando
    • Ben Carroll
    • 1988–1991
    Michael Patrick Carter
    Michael Patrick Carter
    • George Carroll
    • 1988–1991
    Sigrid Thornton
    Sigrid Thornton
    • Amelia Lawson
    • 1988–1991
    Dehl Berti
    Dehl Berti
    • John Taylor
    • 1988–1991
    James Crittenden
    • Charlie…
    • 1988–1991
    Mack Dryden
    • Scotty McBride…
    • 1988–1990
    John Bloom
    John Bloom
    • Tiny
    • 1988–1991
    Michael Ensign
    Michael Ensign
    • Axelrod…
    • 1989–1991
    Will Hunt
    • Carl
    • 1989–1991
    John Terlesky
    John Terlesky
    • Dakota
    • 1991
    Randy Crowder
    • Wade…
    • 1988–1991
    Benjamin Lum
    • Mr. Lee
    • 1988–1990
    F. William Parker
    • Mr. Dodd…
    • 1988–1991
    Louis Plante
    Louis Plante
    • William
    • 1988–1991
    Gay Hagen
    • Pearl…
    • 1988–1991
    • Creators
      • David Jacobs
      • Robert Porter
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    10thanson-10

    I miss this show!

    Paradise was a great show that never gained the popularity it deserved. It was my and my husband's favorite, and we were so disappointed when it was canceled. It was a warm family show that I would love to share with my kids if it was ever on in reruns. Lee Horsley was perfect in the starring role, as were the kids. We also liked Dehl Berti as John Taylor and Sigrid Thornton as Amelia. It had family values mixed with action and humor.

    I've just about given up on it being offered on DVD. So, if anyone knows where I can get copies of any episodes, let me know. I'd love to see them again.
    MCETXCEM

    Paradise/Guns Of Paradise/Fantastic Series!!

    Recently I have been going through the series I taped in the end of the 80's and I found I have 26 episodes of the Series Paradise/Guns Of Paradise which I just transferred to DVD, this is a series that I would like to see released on DVD as each episode deals with the human condition

    The lead character is Ethan Allen Cord a gunfighter who tries to escape his past by taking care of his sister's four children, who come into his care when his sister finds out she is dying, there is Claire, Joseph, Ben and Young George, each episode has the human element such as the episode "The Plague" where the town of Paradise comes down with Small Pox

    I found every episode was excellent and I highly recommend this one as family viewing, the only characters I didn't like were Henderson(**The Banker**), Deputy Charlie(What A Wimp), Johnny Ryan was a hoot!!

    To those of you out there who would like to trade episodes, please email me.
    jfg1

    A good Western

    "Paradise" was a good western, if a bit predictable. Lee Horsley seems to fit the cowboy/gunfighter-with-a-good-heart role nicely. Probably the one thing that lead to the demise of this show was that Westerns were not what the viewing public wanted at that time. Too bad.
    10simonbeyer

    Awesome series!!

    "Paradise"/"Guns Of Paradise" aired on Danish television around 1990. I remember it clearly. I was about 10 years old back then and I loved to watch the series. I think the main reasons why it is so memorable are the characters (especially Ethan Cord), the atmosphere, the music and the fact that the series deals with basic human spirit - general topics like love, hate, responsibility, challenge, adventure, etc. All those things that every person can relate to.

    There was just something very special about the whole thing. I was never much into westerns, but this one just touched me deeply. I regret to say that all I have on tape are four episodes from the final season and part of one episode from season two. I used to have more episodes on tape, but I must have erased them when I was younger. I remember the episode "The Plague" - I remember something about a violent fight between Tiny and Ethan in that episode. Am I right? I also slightly remember the character of Johnny Ryan...

    I would love for the series to be released on DVD someday. I dunno if it'll ever happen, but it would be great. It was for sure the best series I ever caught. I watch the four episodes I have on tape occasionally. It's a tremendous joy. :-)
    kkcragin

    Is there any way to get copies of this show?

    I remember watching this show when it first aired and I recently have been watching as many episodes as I can find on youtube. I would LOVE to be able to purchase a decent copy of all three seasons. Lee Horsley as Ethan Cord shows such great characteristics that I want my boys to see and emulate. Honor, responsibility, and charm. I hope some day this will be put on DVD.

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      The first two years the show was just called "Paradise". It was changed to "Guns of Paradise" for the third season.

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    • Release date
      • October 27, 1988 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Guns of Paradise
    • Filming locations
      • Columbia, California, USA(livery stable)
    • Production companies
      • Lorimar Television
      • Roundelay
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      • 1h(60 min)
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