The 2021 Christmas special of Death in Paradise stars Ralf Little as DI Neville Parker, Shantol Jackson as DS Naomi Thomas, and Tahj Miles as Officer Marlon Pryce, in a festive murder mystery on Saint Marie.
Main cast
- DI Neville ParkerRalf LittleMain
- DS Naomi ThomasShantol JacksonMain
- Officer Marlon PryceTahj MilesMain
- Commissioner Selwyn PattersonDon WarringtonMain
- DS Madeleine DumasAude LegasteloisMain
Supporting cast
- Catherine BordeyÉlisabeth BourgineSupp
- Darlene CurtisGinny HolderSupp
Guest & voice
- DexterRobert WebbGuest
- MeganNiky WardleyGuest
- LydiaClare-Hope AshiteyGuest
- MilesSimon Paisley DayGuest
- PeteTom MeetenGuest
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About this cast
The Death in Paradise Christmas Special (2021) is a festive episode of the long-running BBC crime drama, set on the fictional Caribbean island of Saint Marie. It follows DI Neville Parker and his team as they investigate a murder during the holiday season, blending tropical warmth with a classic whodunit.
FAQs
Who plays DI Neville Parker in Death in Paradise Christmas Special?
Ralf Little plays DI Neville Parker in the 2021 Christmas special.
What is the Death in Paradise Christmas Special about?
It is a festive murder mystery set on Saint Marie, where DI Parker and his team investigate a killing during the holiday celebrations.
When was the Death in Paradise Christmas Special released?
It aired on BBC One on 26 December 2021.
Is the Death in Paradise Christmas Special a standalone episode?
Yes, it is a special episode that can be enjoyed on its own, but it continues the storylines from series 11.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026