Death in Paradise Heads Back to Saint Marie: Season 16 Filming Begins in Guadeloupe This April

By Marie Laurent London, February 11, 2026 – The sun-drenched shores of Saint Marie are calling once more as Death in Paradise officially gears up for its 16th season. BBC bosses have confirmed the long-running cozy crime favorite will return, with filming scheduled to kick off in Guadeloupe in April 2026 and a likely 2027 premiere on BBC One and iPlayer. The announcement comes amid strong viewer enthusiasm for the current run, keeping the island’s murder rate delightfully high for fans worldwide.

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Leading the charge is Don Gilet as DI Mervin Wilson, the sharp, no-nonsense detective who has brought fresh energy to the Honoré police station since joining in late 2024. Gilet’s portrayal—marked by dry wit, impeccable style, and a knack for unraveling impossibly clever puzzles—has won over audiences, blending classic detective tropes with modern flair.

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Expect Mervin to tackle another batch of fiendishly intricate whodunnits, where the killer’s motive and method are as baffling as the tropical setting is idyllic.

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The core team remains intact and stronger than ever. Shantol Jackson reprises her role as DS Naomi Thomas, the dedicated and quick-thinking sergeant whose investigative skills and warmth anchor the squad.

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Shaquille Ali-Yebuah returns as Officer Sebastian Rose, injecting youthful charm, tech savvy, and light-hearted banter into every case.

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Newcomer Catherine Garton, who joined as Sergeant Mattie Fletcher in the previous series, is set to continue her arc. Mattie—passionate, rebellious, and carrying personal shadows—has already added dynamic tension and “sass” to the team dynamic.

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Veteran Don Warrington endures as Commissioner Selwyn Patterson, the authoritative yet endearing figurehead whose wisdom and occasional exasperation with the detectives provide comic and emotional balance.

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Filming returns to the picturesque locations of Deshaies and surrounding Guadeloupe areas, standing in for fictional Saint Marie. The island’s vibrant Carnival colors, palm-lined beaches, rum bars, and turquoise waters continue to contrast sharply with the grisly crimes—holidaymakers meeting untimely ends, red-herring suspects galore, and locked-room mysteries that defy logic until the final reveal.

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Created by Robert Thorogood and produced by Red Planet Pictures, the series has thrived for over a decade by balancing intricate plotting with feel-good character moments, humor, and heart. Recent seasons have introduced evolving team chemistry, with departures and arrivals keeping the formula fresh.

As production ramps up, anticipation builds for what promises to be another sun-soaked season of deadly delights. Will Mervin crack the toughest case yet? How will Mattie’s past influence the team? And who will be the next unfortunate victim under the palms? One thing is certain: paradise is back, but danger lurks in every corner.

With the current series still captivating audiences and spin-offs like Beyond Paradise expanding the universe, Death in Paradise shows no signs of slowing down. Grab your metaphorical magnifying glass—Saint Marie’s next mystery is on the horizon.