Red Dwarf — new episodes coming next year

The British Comedy Guide reports Red Dwarf returning to television with new three-episode special. It seems there’s a 3×30 minute special happening, with no clear indication where it will be shown. It’s due in 2025. Filming starts in October 2024, with Craig Charles, Chris Barrie, Danny John-Jules and Robert Llewellyn all returning. The article goes on to cover the acrimonious rift between co-creators Rob Grant and Dough Naylor. The series has … Continue reading Red Dwarf — new episodes coming next year

Tony JonesMay 17, 2024Leave a comment

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Don Gilet revealed as new DI in Death in Paradise

The BBC has revealed Don Gilet is joining Death in Paradise as new DI Mervin Wilson. Gilet is already in Guadeloupe filming the Christmas Special and next series. While none of my random guesses was even close, at least I can stop checking the BBC website every day for news! Here’s what we know so far: Making his debut in a feature-length Christmas special later … Continue reading Don Gilet revealed as new DI in Death in Paradise

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Death in Paradise series 1 & 2 — some reflections

Prompted by the return of Dwayne, Florence, cameos, the exit of Marlon, Florence and Neville, I decided to rewatch series 1 and 2 of Death in Paradise. The show has managed to stick close to the original concept, and I think it’s fair to say the shuffling of most of the cast has actually helped the show, not hindered it. What though was the show … Continue reading Death in Paradise series 1 & 2 — some reflections

Tony JonesMarch 26, 20241 Comment

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As Ralf Little leaves Death in Paradise, I wonder what next?

It’s been a curious series 13 for Death in Paradise, with plenty of change, cameos from the past and even the odd murder to solve! Ralf Little has left the building (so to speak) and as the BBC marks his time on the show (claiming with some reason it to be a success), it’s natural to wonder what next? The next detective The show’s DNA … Continue reading As Ralf Little leaves Death in Paradise, I wonder what next?

Tony JonesMarch 25, 2024Leave a comment

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Farewell Neville? All change on St Marie?

With one episode to go, it seems DI Neville Parker (Ralf Little) is leaving St Marie. Newly returned DS Florence Cassell (Joséphine Jobert) unable to leave the island of St Auguste before Nevill boards his plane out in the lowest key ever departure from Death in Paradise. Or is it… what about the TO BE CONTINUED? Series 13 so far We’ve had a surprise departure … Continue reading Farewell Neville? All change on St Marie?

Tony JonesMarch 18, 20241 Comment

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Dwayne’s back in St Marie — no surprise

As expected, Danny John Jules is back in Death in Paradise, as Dwayne Myers steps into the gap left by recently departed Marlon. So far it’s been handled well, with the past relationship Darlene and he had being a useful means of exploring just how far his character has changed. From what we’ve seen, I suspect he may be back into series 14. What next … Continue reading Dwayne’s back in St Marie — no surprise

Tony JonesMarch 12, 20243 Comments

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Is Dwayne Myers coming back to St Marie?

After last night’s surprises in series 13 of Death in Paradise, anything is possible. If I didn’t know there was a series 13, I’d even wonder if this was the final series. We’ve lost a character (no spoiler here, but it was a policeman), nearly lost the Commissioner and now Neville might have reason to change his life. Add in a cameo for another favourite … Continue reading Is Dwayne Myers coming back to St Marie?

Tony JonesMarch 4, 20241 Comment

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Smegheads rejoice! Red Dwarf comes to iPlayer

After too long away, Red Dwarf comes to BBC iPlayer today (June 20) and includes all the shows from the Dave revival as well! The BBC article documents the show’s absence: Lister, Rimmer, Cat, and Kryten are coming home, as beloved sci-fi sitcom Red Dwarf returns to the BBC on iPlayer. Every episode of the show’s classic run on the BBC is now available on … Continue reading Smegheads rejoice! Red Dwarf comes to iPlayer

Tony JonesJune 20, 2023Leave a comment

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First look at the Death in Paradise Christmas special

Red Planet Pictures (the company who also makes Sanditon) has released a first look picture for this year’s Death in Paradise Christmas special. They also set out the storyline: It’s Christmas time on Saint Marie and Neville is preparing to head to Manchester to spend the holiday with his family. But his plans are abruptly changed when a billionaire shipping magnate dies in mysterious circumstances. … Continue reading First look at the Death in Paradise Christmas special

Tony JonesNovember 12, 20214 Comments