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Beyond Paradise Season 4 Puts Humphrey and Martha's Problems 'Into Sharp Focus' — but Stars Promise 'Something More Solid' Is Ahead

The series features six new episodes including a murder mystery mirroring a manuscript and team downsizing challenges, continuing the Death in Paradise spin-off storylines.

  • Beyond Paradise returns for its fourth season on Friday at 8pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer, reuniting Detective Inspector Humphrey Goodman and his wife, Martha Lloyd as they launch into married life.
  • Living in a cramped cottage with Martha's mother Anne Lloyd prompted the newlyweds to search for a new home, as Humphrey admitted the romanticized houseboat lifestyle proved impractical for their daily reality.
  • Taking on a stunning but problematic house project presents "unexpected hurdles," though actress Sally Bretton noted their relationship remains "respectful" and "fun" despite looming capers and DIY disasters.
  • Beyond their domestic life, Detective Inspector Goodman faces an "impossible decision" that could alter the future of his Shipton Abbott Police Station team amid impending force downsizing.
  • The series features mysterious cases, including a novelist's death and alleged mermaid sightings, while actor Kris Marshall continues evolving his character after portraying Humphrey for 13 years.
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Beyond Paradise series 4 full cast for BBC show starring Kris Marshall

Kris Marshall, Zahra Ahmadi and Sally Bretton are back for a fourth series of Beyond Paradise on the BBC

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