The BBC and Red Planet Pictures have released the first-look pictures of Don Gilet (‘Sherwood') as Detective Inspector Mervin Wilson, the new lead character for ‘Death in Paradise'.
Making his much-anticipated debut in the feature-length ‘Death in Paradise' Christmas special later this year, before a brand-new series in 2025, Mervin arrives on the idyllic isle of Saint Marie from his home in London. While assisting with a case following a short trip, the team discover Mervin may have an ulterior motive for being on the island…
Gilet says: “I am delighted to have returned to the wonderful island of Guadeloupe and this time to be stepping into the well-worn shoes of the Detective Inspector. It’s been a real pleasure filming such a beloved series alongside the hardworking cast and crew. I can’t wait for the fans to see how DI Mervin Wilson fares on the island, how he fits within the Saint Marie police team and what secrets may unfold…”
Filming on the Christmas special and new series has wrapped in Guadeloupe, which will also see ‘Death in Paradise' regulars Don Warrington, Shantol Jackson, Ginny Holder, Élizabeth Bourgine and Danny John-Jules all returning.
Offering the perfect cocktail of sun-soaked escapism, shimmering seas and clear blue skies, the detective drama enters its fourteenth year on BBC iPlayer and BBC One, with its much-loved combination of magnificent murder mysteries and plot twists which leave audiences on the edge of their seats.
All series of ‘Death in Paradise' are available to stream on BBC iPlayer.
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