The highly anticipated third series of the hit BBC One crime drama, Beyond Paradise, is set to premiere on BBC iPlayer and BBC One from Friday, 28th March 2025. The trailer for the upcoming series has been released, giving fans a glimpse of what to expect as their favourite characters dive into new mysteries and challenges. The Death in Paradise spin-off was a massive success, becoming the UK’s most-watched new drama in 2023. The third series promises to deliver a thrilling and entertaining experience, filled with mystery, humour, and heart.
Returning to the picturesque town of Shipton Abbott are series regulars including Kris Marshall as DI Humphrey Goodman, Sally Bretton as Martha Lloyd, Zahra Ahmadi as DS Esther Williams, Dylan Llewellyn as PC Kelby Hartford, Barbara Flynn as Anne Lloyd, and Felicity Montagu as Margo Martins. The core cast will be accompanied by guest stars, including the likes of Outnumbered’s Hugh Dennis, Caroline Quentin from Men Behaving Badly, and Kevin McNally of Pirates of the Caribbean fame. Two Welsh actors, Jason Hughes and Matthew Gravelle, will also make special appearances in the series.
The new series promises to delve deeper into the personal lives of our beloved detectives, exploring Humphrey and Martha’s journey as they navigate parenthood with their new foster child Rosie. The storyline will follow the Shipton Abbott detectives as they tackle a range of cases, from a mysterious chocolate box poisoning to a historic farming feud and a devilish kidnapping. The addition of new guest stars and exciting plot twists ensures that viewers will be kept on the edge of their seats.
In a special Red Nose Day crossover event, characters from Beyond Paradise and Not Going Out will meet, creating a comedy of errors that is not to be missed. Sally Bretton, who plays both Lee’s wife Lucy in Not Going Out and DI Humphrey Goodman’s wife Martha Lloyd in Beyond Paradise, will take on dual roles in this entertaining special. The crossover sketch will air during Comic Relief, starting at 7pm on Friday, 21st March on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
The third series of Beyond Paradise is set to captivate audiences with its blend of engaging storytelling, lovable characters, and thrilling mysteries. Fans can mark their calendars for the exciting return of DI Humphrey Goodman and the team as they embark on a new set of adventures in the charming town of Shipton Abbott. With a mix of returning cast members and exciting guest stars, the upcoming series is sure to be a must-watch for fans of the popular crime drama genre.
Stay tuned for the series premiere on BBC iPlayer and BBC One on Friday, 28th March 2025, to join DI Humphrey Goodman and his team as they unravel complex mysteries, tackle new challenges, and navigate the intricacies of life in Shipton Abbott. Beyond Paradise series 3 promises to deliver a compelling and entertaining viewing experience that will keep audiences hooked from start to finish. So, grab your detective hat and get ready for a thrilling ride through the picturesque and mysterious world of Beyond Paradise.