Selwyn returns, with a fresh new face joining the Caribbean police team.
While much of the UK and beyond is stuck dealing with cold winds, rain, and freezing days, Death in Paradise is back to bring some much-needed tropical crime drama.
After a strange festive special where former Commissioner Selwyn Patterson was held at knifepoint by a murderous receptionist on Christmas Day, Selwyn heads back to the Caribbean to reclaim his post. But his return is far from smooth. Time away has changed things, and he now has to face the fallout of leaving while trying to earn back the trust of the people around him.
At the same time, DI Mervin Wilson, played by Don Gilet, is hoping to enjoy life with his newly discovered family after reconnecting with his half-brother Solomon. That turns out to be easier said than done, as the two quickly realise they do not have much in common.
Back on Saint Marie, it’s business as usual for the rest of the team, with a string of brutal murders to solve. They are also helping new recruit Sergeant Mattie Fletcher, played by Catherine Garton, settle into her new role on the island.
If you like your crime dramas with a mix of dark cases, humour, and sunshine, this season delivers. Keep reading to find out how you can watch Death in Paradise season 15 online from anywhere and possibly for free.
How to watch Death in Paradise Season 15 outside the UK
To stream Death in Paradise Season 15 outside the UK, follow these steps:
- Subscribe to ExpressVPN.
- Install the VPN app on your device.
- Connect to the UK server.
- Open BBC iPlayer website and log in.
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Can I watch Death in Paradise Season 15 for FREE?
New episodes of Death in Paradise start streaming in the UK on Friday, January 30. You can watch them for free on BBC iPlayer, with episodes airing at 9pm on TV and iPlayer, then available to stream on demand afterwards. If you’re outside the UK, you can still access BBC iPlayer by using ExpressVPN. Just connect to a UK server and watch like you normally would.
So now that we’ve covered how to watch, here’s when the new episodes actually come out and what the schedule looks like.
What you need to know about Death in Paradise Season 15
Season 14 left viewers with plenty of unanswered questions, especially after Selwyn stepped away from his role as commissioner. Season 15 will pick up from there and is set to start airing in the UK on Friday, January 30 on BBC One and BBC iPlayer, continuing the story from where it left off.
New episodes will air every Friday. Here’s the full episode schedule:
- Episode 1: Friday, January 30
- Episode 2: Friday, February 6
- Episode 3: Friday, February 13
- Episode 4: Friday, February 20
- Episode 5: Friday, February 27
- Episode 6: Friday, March 6
- Episode 7: Friday, March 13
- Episode 8: Friday, March 20
Now that you know when the new season starts, let’s take a look at who’s returning and joining the cast.
Death in Paradise Season 15 cast: Who’s returning?
Don Warrington is back as Selwyn Patterson after choosing to return to his role in last year’s Christmas special. He’s joined by Don Gilet as Mervin Wilson, who was planning to head back to London but ends up staying after a big personal discovery.
You can also expect to see familiar faces returning, including:
- Shantol Jackson as Naomi Thomas
- Ginny Holder as Darlene Curtis
- Shaquille Ali Yebuah as Sebastian Rose
- Élizabeth Bourgine as Catherine Bordey.
On top of that, there will be plenty of new guest stars popping up throughout the season.
How many Detectives have there been on Death in Paradise?
Don Gilet’s DI Mervin Wilson is the fifth detective to lead Honoré’s police department. Before him, the role was held by Richard Poole (Ben Miller, seasons 1 and 2), Humphrey Goodman (Kris Marshall, seasons 3 to 6), Jack Mooney (Ardal O’Hanlon, seasons 6 to 9), and Neville Parker (Ralph Little, seasons 9 to 13), who all took turns running the station and looking after Harry the lizard.
What could happen in Death in Paradise Season 15?
There will be plenty of murders to solve, of course. But beyond the cases, Mervin has just learned he has a brother, so viewers will likely see that relationship grow and maybe even watch him finally settle into life in the Caribbean.
As for the rest of the team, it’s hard to say what’s coming next. Catherine shared in season 14 that she was “seeing someone,” so it’ll be interesting to see where that goes. Along with their work in the station, we can also expect some personal challenges and changes for Naomi, Darlene, and the newest team member, Seb.
You can watch the Death in Paradise season 14 trailer below.
Where is Death in Paradise filmed?
While the island of Saint Marie isn’t real, the show is filmed in Guadeloupe in the Caribbean. Most scenes set in Honoré are shot in the town of Deshaies, and the beach hut where each British detective stays with Harry the lizard is located at Anse la Perle.
Are there any Death in Paradise spin-offs?
There are two Death in Paradise spin-offs: Beyond Paradise, which focuses on Humphrey Goodman, and Return to Paradise, set in Australia. Return to Paradise released its second season last year, while Beyond Paradise is set to return for its fourth season this spring. More details on how to watch will be shared soon.
Conclusion
With familiar faces returning, new storylines on the way, and plenty of mysteries to solve, Death in Paradise season 15 looks set to bring another round of sunshine and crime to Saint Marie. Whether you’re watching for the cases, the characters, or the island vibes, there’s plenty to look forward to this season.
And if you’re outside the UK, you can still stream the show on BBC iPlayer by using a VPN like ExpressVPN to connect to a UK server and watch from anywhere.