DI Humphrey Goodman Returns in New BBC Crime Drama, Beyond Paradise
Fans of the cult hit Death in Paradise will be buzzing! DI Humphrey Goodman, played by Kris Marshall, is back—and this time he’s not on a tropical island. The newly engaged detective follows his love, Martha Lloyd (Sally Bretton), to her hometown near the picturesque Devonshire coast in Beyond Paradise.
New Town, New Cases, New Team
After bidding farewell to London, Humphrey and Martha land in Shipton Abbott, where Martha chases her dream of opening a restaurant. Meanwhile, Humphrey joins the local police force and quickly stands out among his quirky new colleagues: DS Esther Williams (Zahra Ahmadi), PC Kelby Hartford (Dylan Llewellyn), and Margo Martins (Felicity Montagu).
Together, they tackle baffling weekly crimes, including:
- An entire town vanishing without a trace
- A woman claiming assault by a 17th-century suspect
- A high-stakes art heist
- A body found in a mysterious crop circle
- A serial arsonist targeting local businesses
More Than Just Crime: Love & Life in Shipton Abbott
As Humphrey dives into his new policing role, he and Martha face fresh challenges. Old flames, tough decisions, and the pressures of starting afresh all test their relationship, adding emotional depth to this gripping new series.
Behind the Scenes
Created by Robert Thorogood and Tony Jordan, Beyond Paradise is co-produced by Red Planet Pictures and co-commissioned by the BBC and BritBox International. Expect the same sharp wit and clever mysteries that made DI Humphrey Goodman a fan favourite—just with a Devonshire twist!
