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Daily Record
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Death in Paradise fans rumble 'crossover' plot as Humphrey Goodman to join forces with new detective
Death in Paradise has been a beloved fan favourite show for many years and viewers are now keen for a crossover with the BBC show's spin off series Beyond Paradise. Death in Paradise fans have voiced their desires about a crossover event between the beloved show and its successful spin off, Beyond Paradise. The original BBC series, which is currently led by Don Gilet as Mervin Wilson in Saint Marie, has seen fan favourite Kris Marshall return to his role as Humphrey Goodman in the new British-based spin-off that debuted in 2023. Kris, who was the lead in Death in Paradise before his exit in 2017 to focus on family life back in the UK, has sparked speculation following the conclusion of the third season of the original show. At the time of his exit, the 52-year-old said his 16-hour Caribbean commute to work was becoming too much as he missed his wife and two children in England, Wales Online reports. He said: 'It all became a juggling mission. Skyeping isn't the same and just leaves me bereft, really. Then I just had to go and drown my sorrows in the bar. It's time to move on and give someone else a chance to enjoy some sun. 'I've lived half my life in the Caribbean for the past four years. There's very few jobs where your commute to work is a five-minute walk in flip-flops.' However fans are now rooting for his character's return to the exotic setting of Saint Marie. Viewers have taken to social media platforms like Reddit to express how keen they are for this to happen. One fan exlcaimed: "I'd love to see Humphrey back on Saint Marie for a case. "I reckon there'll probably be a crossover episode with Beyond at some point. A case that spans Saint Marie and Shipton Abbot." Another suggested a festive twist as they wrote: "That'd be cool for a Christmas special, although that would mean we wouldn't get separate Christmas specials for each show." Meanwhile, a third fan speculated on the possibility of a two-part festive crossover special. Another fan pointed out the challenges that would come with this as they noted: "Humphrey and Mrs. have already made one trip back to Sainte Marie, with Selwyn gone and a completely different team. "It would need to be an awfully contorted plot line that brought H. back into the picture. "Not saying that they couldn't do it, but I suspect, for the integrity of the franchise, they would be very reluctant to." In the first series of Beyond Paradise, Humphrey returned to the Caribbean where he met his predecessor, Neville Parker (Ralf Little), and the rest of the team. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. Although a crossover has yet to officially be confirmed, a fourth season of Beyond Paradise is still to be filmed. Meanwhile, Death in Paradise's highly anticipated season 15 is set to air in the new year after the Christmas Special, as its lead star, Gilet, revealed that production began in April. Death in Paradise is available to watch on BBC iPlayer.
Daily Mirror
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Death in Paradise fans 'work out' return of beloved detective in major crossover
Death in Paradise fans are clamouring for a crossover with the show's successful spin-off, Beyond Paradise. The original series, which currently features Don Gilet as Mervin Wilson, the lead detective in Saint Marie, has seen Kris Marshall reprise his role as Humphrey Goodman in the British-based spin-off that debuted in 2023. Kris, who was the frontman of Death in Paradise until his departure in 2017 to focus on family life in the UK, handed over the reins to DI Jack Mooney, portrayed by Ardal O'Hanlon. Now, following the third season finale of Death in Paradise, viewers are eager for a crossover that would bring Marshall back to the tropical setting. Fans have taken to Reddit to express their desires, with one saying: "I'd love to see Humphrey back on Saint Marie for a case. I reckon there'll probably be a crossover episode with Beyond at some point. A case that spans Saint Marie and Shipton Abbot." Another fan pitched in, suggesting such an event would be perfect for a festive treat: "That'd be cool for a Christmas special. Although that would mean we wouldn't get separate Christmas specials for each show." A third chimed in with the idea of a two-part Christmas special crossover, while another pointed out the logistical issues. They noted, "Humphrey and Mrs have already made one trip back to Sainte Marie, and with Selwyn gone and a completely different team," reports the Express. "It would need to be an awfully contorted plot line that brought H. back into the picture. Not saying that they couldn't do it, but I suspect, for the integrity of the franchise, they would be very reluctant to." In the first series of Beyond Paradise, Humphrey returned to the Caribbean, crossing paths with his former colleague, Neville Parker (played by Ralf Little), and the current squad. Although fans are eager for a crossover, plans for Beyond Paradise's fourth season have not been announced yet. Excitement is mounting for the 15th season of Death in Paradise, which is hotly anticipated to return in the new year following its Christmas Special. Lead actor Gilet has spilled the beans that shooting kicked off in April.
Wales Online
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Death in Paradise return 'sealed' as fan favourite to join forces with new detective
Death in Paradise return 'sealed' as fan favourite to join forces with new detective Death in Paradise has been a hit with fans for years, and many have now called for a crossover with the BBC show's spin-off series Beyond Paradise Death in Paradise enthusiasts have been vocal about their desire for a crossover event between the much-loved show and its successful spin-off, Beyond Paradise. The original series, which is currently fronted by Don Gilet as Mervin Wilson in Saint Marie, has seen Kris Marshall reprise his role as Humphrey Goodman in the new British-based spin-off that debuted in 2023. Kris, who was the lead in Death in Paradise before his departure in 2017 to focus on family life back in Britain, has sparked fan excitement following the conclusion of the third season of the original show. Viewers are clamouring for his character's return to the tropical setting of Saint Marie. Fans have taken to social media platforms such as Reddit to express their hopes. One fan posted: "I'd love to see Humphrey back on Saint Marie for a case. I reckon there'll probably be a crossover episode with Beyond at some point. A case that spans Saint Marie and Shipton Abbot." Don Gilet stars as Mervin Wilson (Image: (Image: BBC) ) Article continues below Another suggested a festive twist: "That'd be cool for a Christmas special, although that would mean we wouldn't get separate Christmas specials for each show." Meanwhile, a third fan speculated on the possibility of a two-part festive crossover special, reports the Express. Yet, one viewer pointed out the challenges, noting: "Humphrey and Mrs. have already made one trip back to Sainte Marie, with Selwyn gone and a completely different team. "It would need to be an awfully contorted plot line that brought H. back into the picture. Not saying that they couldn't do it, but I suspect, for the integrity of the franchise, they would be very reluctant to." Kris Marshall left Death in Paradise in 2017 (Image: (Image: BBC) ) In the first series of Beyond Paradise, Humphrey returned to the Caribbean, where he met his predecessor, Neville Parker (Ralf Little), and the rest of the team. Although a crossover has yet to be confirmed, a fourth season of Beyond Paradise has yet to be filmed. While Death in Paradise's highly anticipated season 15 is expected to air in the new year after the Christmas Special, as its lead star, Gilet, revealed that production began in April. Article continues below Death in Paradise is available to watch on BBC iPlayer.
Wales Online
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Death in Paradise update confirmed in mysterious post as fans favourite reprises role
Death in Paradise update confirmed in mysterious post as fans favourite reprises role Fans share that they "cannot wait" as Death in Paradise make a cryptic announcement. It seems like Don Gilet will be back for the fifteenth season of Death in Paradise (Image: (Image: BBC) ) Death in Paradise fans are going wild as the BBC series has shared a mysterious post on social media. The image shows a clapperboard (used to change scenes when filming), in the sand of a very familiar looking beach. The series which started in 2011 has seen characters come and go in the last 14 seasons of the show. The last season saw the introduction of DI Mervin Wilson, played by Don Gilet, who appeared first in the 2024 Christmas special with a case of his own. When looking closer at the image you can see that they are announcing that they are filming the new season of the crime drama, and fans are excited to see their favourite DI returning to their screens. For the latest TV and showbiz gossip sign up to our newsletter . The clapperboard shows that on Monday, April 28 they began filming the first scene of the new season. They shared on Instagram: " We're back in paradise! "Filming has begun this week in Guadeloupe on the brand-new series of #DeathInParadise" Article continues below Content cannot be displayed without consent Fans have shared their excitement with one saying: "Cannot wait to see my fav DI!!!" Another added, "Oh Mervin coming home" in reference to Don Gilet's character returning to the island after a shocking twist at the end of season 14. The finale saw Mervin finding out he has a brother that he didn't know about and as a result, ultimately staying in Saint Marie DI Mervin Wilson has become a fan favourite on the show with some saying last season and Don's debut on the show was so much better than its predecessors. One fan has even shared on social media how great it is "to finally see a man of colour as the DI, its been long over due." They added: "Keep up the good work. Love the show!!" Despite confirming that filming is well underway, no details have been released about what we can expect or when we can expect the fifteenth season of the show. It still unconfirmed whether or not Don Warrington will be reprising his role as Selwyn Patterson, who in the finale decided not to accept his job back after initially being replaced. Although, fans will have to wait and see if he makes a return to the island. In a previous appearance on ITV's Lorraine alongside co-star Shantol Jackson, Don announced that filming for season 15 will commence in April. Speaking about his imminent departure to Guadalupe, he remarked: "Unfortunately, it is about April time, end of April." Article continues below Gilet's use of 'unfortunate' was playfully probed by his co-star, prompting him to laugh and explain that by 'unfortunate' he "just meant for the people I am going to leave" as he'd be leaving his family to film the new season.
Wales Online
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Death in Paradise fans cry 'I'll do anything' as BBC issue huge update about show future
Death in Paradise fans cry 'I'll do anything' as BBC issue huge update about show future An Instagram post shared a photo of a clapperboard, detailing that filming began this week on the beautiful tropical island of Guadeloupe Actor Don Gilet as DI Mervin Wilson will be taking over the reins as the detective (Image: BBC / Red Planet Pictures / Philippe Virapin ) Fans have been sharing their excitement about the news that Death in Paradise has begun filming its brand new series this week. On Instagram, the BBC show confirmed that filming was now underway for its 15th series. The post shared a photo of a clapperboard, detailing that filming began on Monday, April 28, on the beautiful tropical island of Guadeloupe. The caption read: "We're back in paradise! Filming has begun this week in Guadeloupe on the brand-new series of Death in Paradise". During last year's Christmas special, it was confirmed that DI Mervin Wilson, played by Don Gilet, would be taking over the reins as the detective now solving murder on the fictitious island of Saint-Marie, replacing Ralf Little's DI Neville Parker. In response to the Instagram post, fans were quick to share their excitement. One viewer said: "Yay! Last season was so much better than it's been in a while." Another fan said: "Cannot wait to see my fav [sic.] DI!!!" Meanwhile, another viewer said: "Can I be an extra? I'll do anything!" Article continues below Content cannot be displayed without consent While another fan had this to say: "Glad to finally see a man of color [sic.] as the DI, its been long over due. Keep up the good work. Love the show!!!" Viewers will have to wait until they find out exactly what happens in the upcoming series, in particularly which beloved characters will return to the show. Article continues below The last series ended on an uncertain note for Selwyn Patterson, played by Don Warrington, who decided not to accept his job back after initially being replaced.
