November 23rd 2024.
Up Next, let's talk about the latest spin-off series of BBC's popular show, Death in Paradise. This crime comedy drama, which first aired in 2011, follows a British detective solving cases on the Caribbean island of Saint-Marie. Throughout the years, we've seen different actors take on the lead role, including Ben Miller, Kris Marshall, Ardal O'Hanlon, Ralf Little, and Don Gilet. And now, in the upcoming Christmas special, Don Gilet will make his debut as the new lead.
Last year, we were also treated to a spin-off called Beyond Paradise, which focused on Kris Marshall's character, Humphrey Goodman. And now, we have yet another spin-off, this time set in Australia and featuring the franchise's first female detective. Return to Paradise stars Anna Samson, known for her role in Home and Away, as Detective Inspector Mackenzie Clarke. After working for London's Metropolitan Police, Mackenzie returns to her hometown of Dolphin Cove to help her mother. But she ends up getting involved in a murder case and temporarily re-joins the local police team to solve it.
The response from BBC viewers has been overwhelmingly positive, with many praising the new spin-off. Some were initially skeptical about another spin-off, but after watching it, they were pleasantly surprised. One user, Rich, even said that the show stayed true to the franchise's brand and that they loved it. Another user, Gari, was also impressed and commented on the great cast and how the show maintained the perfect formula. And Doctor_Who875 shared their excitement for the show, saying that they loved the mystery and the lead actress, Anna Samson.
Speaking of Anna Samson, she also spoke to Metro about the significance of playing the first female lead in the franchise. She believes that the audience is ready for a female detective and that it doesn't change the show's DNA. She also mentioned that setting the show in Australia has more of an impact on the show's DNA than having a female lead. However, she believes that kindness and inclusivity are essential to the show, and having a female detective adds to that.
Anna also assured fans that the show maintains the same spirit as the original and pays homage to it in many ways. However, it is not a carbon copy, and there are new elements, such as the setting in Australia. Return to Paradise is now streaming on BBC iPlayer, and viewers can't wait to see how the rest of the season plays out.
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