Death in Paradise is a popular British detective comedy series that airs on BBC One. It first aired in 2011 and since then, has aired 15 seasons and counting. Set on the fictional Caribbean island of Saint-Marie, the show follows a brilliant but idiosyncratic British detective and his resourceful local team as they solve baffling murder mysteries. Fans of the show have always been curious about the best episodes and which ones rank highest. In this article, we’ll be discussing the top 5 best episodes of Death in Paradise according to fan ranking.
The show has been praised for its humor, mystery and exotic setting. It’s no wonder that viewers have been hooked since the very first episode. With so many episodes to choose from, picking the best ones can be a daunting task. Thankfully, fans of the show have taken it upon themselves to rank each episode according to its quality.
In this article, we’ll be looking at the top 5 best episodes of Death in Paradise, as ranked by fans. We’ll be discussing the plot for each episode, its importance to the show, and why it’s ranked so highly. So, without further ado, let’s dive into the best episodes of Death in Paradise.
Written by Sophie and last updated on feb 19, 2023.
PS: The following content contains spoilers!
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When a British policeman is found murdered in a locked room on the tiny paradise island of Sainte-Marie, Detective Inspector Richard Poole is sent to investigate. He's the perfect man to solve the case. Unfortunately for Richard, he hates sun, sea and sand...
The episode was rated 7.64 from 560 votes.
A confession of murder proves problematic for DI Richard Poole and the team when a wife admits to killing her husband but the body is nowhere to be found. Can Richard solve the mystery? And could his feelings be clouding his judgment?
The episode was rated 7.67 from 366 votes.
Detective drama series. As DI Richard Poole desperately searches for a decent cup of tea, a bride is murdered on her wedding day. Could the killer be one of her family?
The episode was rated 7.68 from 439 votes.
Detective drama series. With Richard hit by a tropical disease and Camille in Paris, it is left to Dwayne and Fidel to solve the apparently impossible murder of a local diver.
The episode was rated 7.68 from 330 votes.
When a woman not only predicts her own murder but also gives a description of the murderer, it all feels too easy for DI Richard Poole. Can a case from the past help solve the present day murder? And more importantly, can Richard convince the team that it has nothing to do with voodoo spirits?
The episode was rated 7.69 from 383 votes.
Richard sees the dark side of show business when a comeback concert ends in the most public of murders. If sun, sea and sand were not bad enough, he now has to conquer his fear of snakes to find the elusive killer.
The episode was rated 7.70 from 322 votes.
A murder investigation becomes more than personal for Richard when the victim is murdered while handcuffed to him. With his job on the line, he needs all his British rigour and stoutest brogues to get to the heart of the Paradise Beach mystery.
The episode was rated 7.74 from 351 votes.
In the episode "Amongst Us" of the show Death in Paradise, Dwayne finds himself in the middle of a murder investigation after a piece of incriminating evidence is found at the scene of the crime. DI Richard Poole is tasked with solving the case before his deadline to return home is reached.
Richard must use all of his skills and resources available to him to solve the case before his deadline, but it is not going to be easy. With Dwayne's help, the two must navigate the treacherous waters of a murder investigation. Along the way, they uncover secrets, lies and more that lead to a dramatic conclusion.
The episode was rated 7.83 from 294 votes.
