The BBC has released some “first look” images of Don Gilet (Sherwood, EastEnders, The Beekeeper, Shetland) as Detective Inspector Mervin Wilson – the new lead detective in ratings-smash crime drama ‘Death in Paradise‘.
Making his much-anticipated debut in the feature-length ‘Death in Paradise’ Christmas special later this year, followed by a brand-new series in 2025, Mervin arrives on the idyllic isle of Saint Marie from his home in London. While assisting with a case following a short trip, the team discover Mervin may have an ulterior motive for being on the island…
“I am delighted to have returned to the wonderful island of Guadeloupe and this time to be stepping into the well-worn shoes of the Detective Inspector,” said Gilet. “It’s been a real pleasure filming such a beloved series alongside the hardworking cast and crew. I can’t wait for the fans to see how DI Mervin Wilson fares on the island, how he fits within the Saint Marie police team and what secrets may unfold…”
Filming on the Christmas special and new series has wrapped in Guadeloupe, which will also see ‘Death in Paradise’ regulars Don Warrington, Shantol Jackson, Ginny Holder, Élizabeth Bourgine and Danny John-Jules all returning.
Offering the perfect cocktail of sun-soaked escapism, shimmering seas and clear blue skies, the detective drama enters its fourteenth year on BBC iPlayer and BBC One, with its much-loved combination of magnificent murder mysteries and plot twists which leave audiences on the edge of their seats.
BBC Studios, who distribute the series, have now licensed ‘Death in Paradise’ to over 230 territories across the globe including on BritBox in North America and in Australia. Following the successful launch of spin-off series ‘Beyond Paradise‘ last year, the ‘Death in Paradise’ franchise has built on its international success with new Australia-set spin-off series for the ABC – ‘Return to Paradise’, airing later this month on BBC iPlayer and BBC One.
‘Death in Paradise’ is a Red Planet Pictures production for the BBC made with the support of the region of Guadeloupe and internationally distributed by BBC Studios. The feature-length Christmas special and 2025 series will be executive produced by Tim Key and Amy Rodriguez for Red Planet Pictures and Danielle Scott-Haughton for the BBC, and series produced by Sue Howells.
‘Death in Paradise‘ returns for a feature-length special this Christmas, followed by a new season in 2025. If you want to keep track of this or any other show, you can add them via our Never Miss system, and you’ll be notified when it gets a UK premiere date.
