Death in Paradise is one of the BBC's most beloved crime dramas, entertaining audiences for over a decade18:32, 14 Jul 2026Updated 18:33, 14 Jul 2026Actor Ralf Little played DI Neville Parker for four years before leaving the BBC drama.‌The crime series, which is set in the fictional Carribean island of Saint Marie, has been keeping people across the globe entertained for over a decade.‌Although many favour Ralf for his time on Death in Paradise, he's not the onlt star to lead the crime show.‌Since it began in 2011, people have seen the likes of Ben Miller, Kris Marshall, Ardal O'Hanlon, and Don Gilet lead the beloved prorammge.At present, the show is filming series 16, with the BBC programme teasing glimpses of the returning cast on their social channels.While the series wrapped up earlier this year with plenty of dramatic twists, the programme makes a comeback to screens on Tuesday evening (July 14).‌However, there's disappointing news for devotees as the episode is a rerun from series 11, which first broadcast back in 2022.The hour-long instalment will see Ralf Little reprising his role as DI Neville Parker, alongside the likes of Don Warrington, Shantol Jackson, Tahj Miles and Ginny Holder, reports the Express.‌A synopsis for the throwback episode reads: "When a woman reports a murder and is then found strangled, the team is left wondering whether she was reporting her own murder.. Brilliant-though-slightly neurotic detective Neville Parker attempts to lead this perplexing case."Throughout the years, the programme has garnered considerable acclaim from viewers, with many hailing the series as amongst the finest dramas they've watched.‌One viewer said: "Just binged Season 1 - 15 and still loving it even more. My opinion of Don Gilet as the new Inspector? Incredible job. At times, I was sobbing along with him and gave that particular episode an immediate 10. At times, his presence actually outshines the whole show."Someone else shared: "The show, scenery, characters, and storylines are fantastic! Commissioner Patterson is my favourite character (who's yours? ). He keeps me in stitches. Anyway, it's one of the best shows I've seen on television ever."Article continues belowAnother commented: "A real masterpiece. Well written, great characters, actors, atmosphere, not too complex like CSI for instance, the directing is excellent."While one person added: "Must watch. Very smart and fun. The cases are well thought out, and the characters keep you coming back for more. Brilliant show!".Death in Paradise is available to watch on BBC iPlayer