British Cozy Mystery · BBC · 2023–present
Beyond Paradise
This Death in Paradise spin-off follows DI Humphrey Goodman as he leaves the fictional Caribbean island of Saint Marie to settle down with his partner Martha Lloyd in her hometown of Shipton Abbott, on the Devon coast — only to discover that murder follows him there too. Kris Marshall reprises the role he originated on Death in Paradise, now balancing small-town cases with his own personal life, from fostering to marriage plans. Beyond Paradise streams on BritBox in the US.
Is This Series for You?
Fans of Cozy, Character-First Comedy-Mystery
Viewers who love Death in Paradise's warmth but want the personal storylines — Humphrey and Martha's relationship, fostering, and small-town life — given just as much weight as the weekly case.
A Death in Paradise Spin-off, Not a Sequel
Beyond Paradise follows Humphrey Goodman after he leaves Saint Marie, but you don't need to have watched Death in Paradise first — the show stands on its own from episode one.
Gentle Throughout
Beyond Paradise keeps its murders bloodless and its tone comedic, even lighter than its parent series. British TV Hub's verdict: a warm, low-stakes comfort watch anchored by a genuinely charming central couple.
Where to watch in the US
BritBox
4 series available · Series 5 due 2027 · Subscription required
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New Viewer's Guide
Series 1, Episode 1 (2023)
Humphrey Goodman leaves Saint Marie behind to move to Shipton Abbott with Martha, joins the local police force, and immediately finds himself pulled into his first Devon murder case.
Main Characters and Cast
Kris Marshall
DI Humphrey Goodman — the accident-prone, endlessly enthusiastic detective first introduced on Death in Paradise, now settling into small-town Devon life.
Sally Bretton
Martha Lloyd — Humphrey's partner, whose hometown of Shipton Abbott gives the show its setting, and whose own storylines (fostering, wedding plans) run alongside the cases.
Zahra Ahmadi
DS Esther Williams — Humphrey's sharp, capable sergeant on the local Shipton Abbott police force.
Dylan Llewellyn
PC Kelby Hartford — a young, eager constable on the Shipton Abbott force.
Jamie Bamber
Archie Hughes — Martha's ex-fiancé and business partner, a recurring presence who complicates Humphrey and Martha's relationship at times.
What Makes the Series Special
A Beloved Character's Next Chapter
Rather than recasting or starting fresh, Beyond Paradise gave an established, much-loved Death in Paradise character his own show and let him actually grow older and change across it.
Personal Life Given Equal Weight
Humphrey and Martha's IVF struggles, a miscarriage, a cancelled wedding, and their fostering journey have all been given genuine dramatic weight alongside the weekly mysteries.
Shipton Abbott's Devon Coast
The fictional seaside town of Shipton Abbott gives the show a cozy, picturesque backdrop that mirrors the sunny escapism of its Caribbean parent series in a very different climate.
Setting and Filming Locations
Shipton Abbott, Devon
Beyond Paradise is set in the fictional Devon coastal town of Shipton Abbott, with production filming on location along the real Devon coast to capture the town's small, close-knit community feel.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to watch Death in Paradise first?
No. Beyond Paradise is designed to stand on its own, though longtime Death in Paradise fans will recognize Humphrey Goodman from his years on Saint Marie.
Is Beyond Paradise coming back for Series 5?
Yes. Series 5 began filming in Devon and Cornwall in August 2026 and is expected on BBC One in 2027.
Where can I watch Beyond Paradise in the US?
BritBox is Beyond Paradise's home in the US, with all four series available to stream.
Where is Beyond Paradise filmed?
Beyond Paradise is filmed on location along the Devon coast, standing in for the fictional town of Shipton Abbott.
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