Death in Paradise: Everything About the Christmas Specials
Christmas in Paradise is fast approaching with the highly anticipated Christmas specials of El-Balad’s “Beyond Paradise” and “Death in Paradise.” Scheduled for this festive season, these episodes promise excitement and mystery for viewers.
Beyond Paradise Christmas Special 2025
The “Beyond Paradise” Christmas Special for 2025 is set to captivate fans with touching narratives and festive cheer. It will air on Sunday, December 21, at 9 PM on BBC One and iPlayer.
Plot Overview
In this special, the storyline revolves around a bewildered man discovered at the Shipton Abbott police station. He arrives with no memory and clings to a photo of DI Humphrey Goodman. The team, led by Humphrey and Martha, focuses on unraveling his identity amidst a series of holiday-themed cases.
Cast Highlights
The cast features a mix of returning favorites and new faces:
- 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
- Felicity Montagu as Margo Martins
- Jamie Bamber as Archie Hughes
- Melina Sinadinou as Zoe Williams
- Guest Stars: Adrian Edmondson, James Lance, Jonny Weldon
Death in Paradise Christmas Special 2025
The “Death in Paradise” Christmas Special for 2025 will air on Sunday, December 28, at 8:30 PM on BBC One and iPlayer. This episode promises a blend of humor and heartfelt moments.
Plot Overview
Set in the picturesque Saint Marie, the office Christmas party takes a shocking turn when four colleagues wake up to find a stranger dead in their villa’s pool. DI Mervin Wilson, alongside DS Naomi Thomas and Officer Sebastian Rose, must unravel the mystery surrounding the bizarre circumstances of the murder.
Key Mystery Elements
The investigation features several intriguing elements:
- The murder weapon is discovered locked away in a drawer thousands of miles from the scene.
- The victim has a name of one of Santa’s reindeer tattooed on his palm.
- All suspects deny knowing the victim, introducing an air of uncertainty.
Cast Highlights
The episode boasts a talented cast:
- Don Gilet as DI Mervin Wilson
- Shantol Jackson as DS Naomi Thomas
- Shaquille Ali-Yebuah as Officer Sebastian Rose
- Élizabeth Bourgine as Catherine Bordey
- Other notable appearances by Josie Lawrence, Pearl Mackie, and Billy Harris.
As fans gear up for these specials, both “Beyond Paradise” and “Death in Paradise” are poised to deliver thrilling narratives filled with seasonal spirit. Don’t miss the opportunity to experience Christmas in Paradise this December!
