"Death in Paradise" season 15 arrives in bleak mid-winter, as ever, with it's heartwarming blend of sun, sea and a seemingly unstoppable murder epidemic which the local constabulary somehow seem to always be able to death with...
Here's how to watch 'Death in Paradise' season 15 online from anywhere with a VPN — and potentially for FREE.
"Death in Paradise" season 15 premieres on Friday, January 30 on BBC One at 9 p.m. GMT (4 p.m. ET/1 p.m. PT).
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And that is despite some personnel changes - DI Wilson (played by Don Gilet) is still present and correct but Darlene Curtis (Ginny Holder) has left, only to be replaced by Mattie Fletcher (Catherine Garton). How will the new recruit fit in? Does she know what she has let herself in for? Only one way to find out.
The return of Commissioner Selwyn Patterson (Don Warrington) would normally be a reassuring development but, almost before he has had time to unpack his cases, a man has fallen to his death from the roof of his offices. Suicide? Mervin doesn't think so but then he has his hands full with half-brother Solomon (Daniel Ward).
Read on to find out how to watch "Death in Paradise" season 15 online, on TV and from anywhere.
How to watch 'Death in Paradise' season 15 for FREE in the U.K.
How to watch 'Death in Paradise' season 15 from anywhere
Thanks to the wonders of a VPN (Virtual Private Network), "Death in Paradise" season 15 should be available to Brits no matter where they are. The software allows your devices to appear to be back in your home country regardless of where in the world you find yourself. Our favorite is NordVPN – it's one of the best VPNs on the market.
Using a VPN is incredibly simple, just follow these steps.
1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, NordVPN is our favorite.
2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For instance, if you're away from the U.K. and want to view a U.K. service, you'd select U.K. from the list.
3. Sit back and watch the show. Head to BBC iPlayer to watch "Death in Paradise" season 15 online and on-demand.
How to watch 'Death in Paradise' season 15 online in the United States
"Death in Paradise" season 15 will almost certainly join previous seasons on BritBox in the U.S. later in 2026 but a North American release date is yet to be announced. When the changes you'll read about it here first.
In the U.S. a BritBox subscription costs $8.99/month or $89.99 for a year.
However, if you are a Brit in the States for work or on vacation you can catch the show earlier and for free on your usual domestic streaming service by using a VPN such as NordVPN, choosing U.K. from the list and navigating to BBC iPlayer.
How to watch 'Death in Paradise' season 15 online and on-demand in the U.K.
"Death in Paradise" season 15 premieres on Friday, January 30 on BBC One at 9 p.m. GMT (4 p.m. ET/1 p.m. PT). It will also be available to stream on BBC iPlayer which is FREE. You'll need a valid TV license, naturally.
If you're not currently in the U.K., you can still catch the show by using one of the best VPN services, such as NordVPN.
How to watch 'Death in Paradise' season 15 online in Canada
As with the U.S., "Death in Paradise" season 15 will almost certainly join previous seasons on BritBox later in 2026 but a Canadian release date is yet to be announced. When the changes you'll read about it here first.
Canadian BritBox subscriptions cost $10.99 monthly or $109.99 annually.
However, if you are a Brit in the Great White North for work or on vacation you can catch the show for free on your usual domestic streaming service by using a VPN such as NordVPN, choosing U.K. from the list and heading to BBC iPlayer.
How to watch 'Death in Paradise' season 15 online in Australia
"Death in Paradise" season 15 will almost certainly join previous seasons on BritBox later in 2026 but an Australian release date is yet to be announced. Check back here for details.
Down Under, a BritBox subscription costs $9.99/month or $99.99/year.
However, if you are a Brit on vacation Down Under or there for work you can catch the show for free on your usual domestic streaming service by using a VPN such as NordVPN, choosing U.K. from the list and heading to BBC iPlayer.
Can I watch 'Death in Paradise' season 15 online or on TV in New Zealand?
Yes. "Death in Paradise" season 15 will almost certainly be available to watch in New Zealand on SkyGo although there is no release date as yet. Check back here for details.
However, if you are a Brit currently there for work or vacation and can't wait you can catch the show on your usual service without waiting by using a VPN such as NordVPN.
'Death in Paradise' season 15 - Cast
- DI Mervin Wilson – Don Gilet
- Commissioner Selwyn Patterson – Don Warrington
- Catherine Bordey – Elizabeth Bourgine
- DS Naomi Thomas – Shantol Jackson
- Officer Dwayne Myers – Danny John-Jules
- Sergeant JP Hooper - Tobi Bakare
- Officer Sebastian Rose - Shaquille Ali-Yebuah
- Sergeant Mattie Fletcher - Catherine Garton [New character]
- Solomon Clarke - Daniel Ward
- GUEST STARS FOR REST OF SEASON 15 include...
- Siobhan Finneran ("Happy Valley")
- Steffan Rhodri ("Gavin and Stacey")
- Ben Willbond ("Ghosts")
- Sarah Hadland ("Miranda", "Horrible Histories")
- Gary Wilmot ("Midsomer Murders")
- Phoebe Sparrow ("Downton Abbey")
- Antonia Bernath ("Downton Abbey")
- Sean Delaney ("Killing Eve")
- Scarlett Alice Johnson ("EastEnders")
- Hermione Norris ("Spooks")
- Tim McMullan ("Shakespeare in Love")
- Julian Rhind-Tutt ("Green Wing")
- Ace Bhatti ("Malpractice")
- Louis Davison ("Vikings: Valhalla")
- Lizzie Davidson ("Such Brave Girls")
- Kojo Kamara ("The Outlaws")
- Layo-Christina Akinlude ("The Stolen Girl")
- Sandra James-Young ("Wild Cherry")
- Trieve Blackwood-Cambridge ("Rematch")
'Death in Paradise' season 15 - Episode guide
Season 15 Episode 01: Selwyn’s return to Saint Marie is disrupted by a suspicious death at Government House, where a man has fallen from the roof. It looks like a suicide, but DI Mervin Wilson suspects foul play. However, no-one was on the roof with the victim when he fell, and he had locked the roof door behind him. So, if this man was pushed, how did it happen? Meanwhile, Mervin is anxious to finally meet his half-brother Solomon, the other son of the mother Mervin never knew. Granted, the pair have never met before, but family’s family! Surely, they'll get on like a house on fire?
S15 E02: An exclusive couples retreat turns deadly when the therapist is drowned at sea during her evening swim. When fingermarks are found on the victim’s neck, Mervin confirms foul play was involved, and suspicion soon shifts to her clients - two couples who have paid a small fortune to mend their fractured marriages. But all four were having dinner together at the time of the murder, and while each member of the party slipped away from the table for a few minutes, there’s no way any of them could have drowned their therapist in the middle of the ocean and made it back in time... is there? Meanwhile, Mervin is determined to track down his brother, along with the possessions Solomon stole from him. But Mervin gets more than he bargained for when Solomon’s attempts to make amends land them in hot water. Is it the end of the road for the two belligerent brothers?
S15 E03 to S15 E08: TBA
Official 'Death in Paradise' season 15 Trailer
Watch official trailer here...
'Death in Paradise' season 15 - FAQ
What has actress Ginny Holder said about her much-loved character Darlene's existence from the show?
She said on instagram: "Thank you so much to the BBC and Red Planet Pictures for giving me the absolute gift of playing Darlene. I loved her deeply, and saying goodbye to her has been far more emotional than I ever expected - I really do miss her. Thank you to the incredible cast and crew of ‘Death in Paradise’ - such a talented, kind, and joyful group of people. Working alongside you all has been a privilege and a pleasure, and I'll cherish those memories forever. And a very special thank you to James Hall for writing such an amazing character. Darlene truly lifted straight off the page, and I'm so grateful to have been her voice... And finally, the biggest thank you to the fans. Your love and support for Darlene has meant the world to me. Being nominated for Best Supporting Actress at the TV Times Awards was honestly so humbling, and I'm beyond grateful. Big love to you all, you've made this journey unforgettable"
What else can I watch on BBC iPlayer?
Lots – including "I Kissed a Girl", "The Assembly", "This Town", "The Space Shuttle That Fell to Earth", "The Reckoning", "Navalny" and "The Stones and Brian Jones".
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