Where to start withDeath in Paradise
2 versions · originally a series, 2011
Themes: Fish Out of Water, Culture Clash, Small Town Secrets, Idyllic Setting Hides Dark Secrets, Cozy Mystery.
Start with Death in Paradise (Robert Thorogood, 2011) — the series. Death in Paradise exists in 2 versions across media, beginning as a series in 2011; each is ranked below by what it does best.
Death in Paradise combines lighthearted, sun-drenched Caribbean escapism with the rigorous, traditional puzzle-solving of a classic British whodunit mystery.
✦ Most fans start here
Death in Paradise (2011)
The original tv
✦ Start hereDeath in Paradise
Robert Thorogood · Series · 2011
Death in Paradise (2011) establishes the definitive template for the series, offering intricate locked-room mysteries solved by eccentric detectives against the vibrant, high-contrast backdrop of a fictional Caribbean island.
2023 series
Beyond Paradise
Robert Thorogood · Series · 2023
Beyond Paradise (2023) shifts the focus from tropical isolation to the quirks of English country life, following a familiar protagonist as he navigates new professional challenges and personal relationship dynamics.
Common questions
Is Beyond Paradise a direct spin-off of Death in Paradise?
Yes, Beyond Paradise is a spin-off of Death in Paradise. It follows the story of a character who previously appeared in the original series, allowing viewers to continue following familiar narrative threads established within the world of Death in Paradise.
What order should I watch Death in Paradise and Beyond Paradise?
You should watch Death in Paradise first, as it is the original series that debuted in 2011. Beyond Paradise premiered in 2023 and serves as a follow-up, so watching the original show provides the necessary context for the characters and setting.
How long has Death in Paradise been airing?
Death in Paradise has been airing since 2011. The series has maintained a consistent presence on television for over a decade, establishing itself as a long-running procedural drama that eventually paved the way for the 2023 spin-off series, Beyond Paradise.
Should I watch Beyond Paradise if I enjoyed the format of Death in Paradise?
If you enjoyed the format of Death in Paradise, you should watch Beyond Paradise. As a spin-off released in 2023, it retains a similar structural approach to mystery solving while expanding the universe established by the original Death in Paradise series.