Loved Sterling K. Brown in Paradise? Check Out These 4 Movies (& 1 Show) With Him

Sterling K. Brown's career is a testament to the power of emotional depth and nuanced performances. From his early years to his most recent projects, he has displayed an extraordinary range that has made him a standout. And his recent role as Agent Xavier Collins in Paradise cemented his talent for drama once again.

He has the superpower to breathe life into his characters, capturing the complexities of each with authenticity. Brown's ability to blend vulnerability with strength has allowed him to navigate roles across genres with absolute ease.

Here are 5 of his projects that are definitely worth your time if you only saw him in Paradise.

1. American Fiction (2023)

In this dramedy, Sterling K. Brown plays Dr. Clifford "Cliff" Ellison, a successful plastic surgeon on the one hand, and a character dealing with personal turmoil and family complexities on the other. Cliff is navigating the aftermath of his recent coming out, a revelation that significantly shapes his character arc within an already tense family dynamic.

The actor effortlessly blends charm and confidence with deeper insecurities, portraying a man caught between societal expectations and his own evolving identity. This performance earned Brown an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor, further establishing his reputation as one of the most versatile and compelling actors of his generation.

2. This Is Us (2016-2021)

Years before appearing in Paradise, Sterling K. Brown delivered an iconic, deeply emotional performance as Randall Pearson, a man whose life is shaped by love, loss, and the search for identity. Adopted by Jack and Rebecca Pearson after being left at a fire station as an infant, Randall grows up with his siblings, Kevin and Kate. But the questions about his origins, his place in the family never left his heart.

Brown captures Randall’s emotional roller-coaster with incredible authenticity, making him one of the most compelling figures in the series.

“Sterling K. is absolutely phenomenal. His dedication to the craft is showing in everything he does. He's honestly in Denzel tier if I may be so bold,” Redditor druidmind said.

3. The People v. O. J. Simpson: American Crime Story (2016)

Sterling K. Brown delivers an amazing performance as Christopher Darden, the deputy district attorney at the center of one of the most notorious trials in U.S. history. As part of the prosecution team in the O.J. Simpson's murder trial, Darden faces overwhelming public scrutiny, racial tensions and professional challenges.

The actor brings a nuanced portrayal of Darden's emotional range, focusing on his frustration with the defense's tactics, his discomfort with how the case is perceived in the black community, and the guilt that inevitably comes with such a high-profile trial.

4. Biosphere (2023)

Another powerful performance from Brown comes in this film, where the actor plays Ray, one of the last two survivors of a mysterious global catastrophe that wiped out the rest of humanity (sounds familiar, Paradise fans?). Trapped in with his best friend, former U.S. President Billy, Ray must face the challenges of survival while dealing with the evolving dynamics of their relationship.

Like Paradise, Biosphere is a blend of science fiction, existential drama and human nature exploration. And Brown's performance captures the weight of his character's struggle with the fundamental questions of human life.

5. Waves (2019)

Waves features Sterling K. Brown as Ronald Williams, a devoted but demanding father whose high expectations weigh heavily on his children, especially his son Tyler. A rather disciplined man, Ronald believes that hard work and resilience are the only paths to success. But the thing is that his pressure eventually overwhelms Tyler, causing his life to spiral into chaos.

Once again, Brown's performance is a master class in emotional depth, capturing Ronald's evolution as his life changes in the wake of tragedy.