British Cozy Mystery · BBC · 2023–present
Beyond Paradise
4 Series
Kris Marshall
Death in Paradise Spin-off
Devon
Series 5 Filming
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 — see British TV Hub's guide to where to watch British TV in the US.
Best For
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.
Cozy MysteryComedy-Mystery
At a Glance
ToneGentle, warm
PaceBreezy
Similar ToDeath in Paradise, Return to Paradise
Connection
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.
Standalone-Friendly
At a Glance
Watch DiP First?Not required
Content Note & Verdict
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.
Family-FriendlyRecommended
At a Glance
ContentMild, family-friendly
VerdictRecommended
Where to watch in the US
BritBox
4 series available · Series 5 filming, not yet released · Subscription required
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Streaming availability in the US can change. Check the linked service for the current season and episode selection. Checked September 2026.
Where to Start
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.
Series Premiere2023
At a Glance
Watch OrderRecommended in order
Prior ViewingDeath in Paradise not required
Lead
Kris Marshall
DI Humphrey Goodman — the accident-prone, endlessly enthusiastic detective first introduced on Death in Paradise, now settling into small-town Devon life.
Lead Detective
At a Glance
RoleDI Humphrey Goodman
Also Known FromDeath in Paradise
Lead
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.
Co-Lead
At a Glance
RoleMartha Lloyd
Recurring
Zahra Ahmadi
DS Esther Williams — Humphrey's sharp, capable sergeant on the local Shipton Abbott police force.
Detective Sergeant
At a Glance
RoleDS Esther Williams
Recurring
Dylan Llewellyn
PC Kelby Hartford — a young, eager constable on the Shipton Abbott force.
Police Constable
At a Glance
RolePC Kelby Hartford
Recurring
Jamie Bamber
Archie Hughes — Martha's ex-fiancé and business partner, a recurring presence who complicates Humphrey and Martha's relationship at times.
Recurring
At a Glance
RoleArchie Hughes
Character Continuity
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.
Character Continuity
At a Glance
Character Since2014, Death in Paradise
Balance
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.
Character-Driven
At a Glance
FocusRelationship & family arcs
Setting as Character
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.
Devon
At a Glance
SettingShipton Abbott, Devon
Setting & Filming
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.
Devon, England
At a Glance
SettingShipton Abbott (fictional)
CountyDevon
Connection
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.
Status
Is Beyond Paradise coming back for Series 5?
Yes. Series 5 is currently filming in Devon, continuing the show's steady annual run.
Quick Answer
StatusFilming Series 5
Streaming
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.
Quick Answer
PrimaryBritBox
Filming Location
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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