Death in Paradise fans who are missing the beloved BBC crime drama during its annual break have a perfect substitute in the documentary series Policing Paradise, which has just returned for its second series. The show, described as a real-life equivalent of the fictional series, offers a fascinating glimpse into the work of the Bermuda Police Service.
Don Warrington Takes Over Narration
For the second series, actor Don Warrington, best known for playing Commissioner Selwyn Patterson in Death in Paradise, has taken over as narrator. He replaces Shyko Amos, who narrated the first series and played Officer Ruby Patterson in the drama. Warrington's involvement adds a special connection for fans of the BBC hit.
What Is Policing Paradise?
Policing Paradise follows both local and British officers as they patrol the tropical islands of Bermuda, balancing everyday police work with ensuring the safety of thousands of tourists. The series captures a range of duties, from tackling petty crime and managing summer festivals to specialist units such as marine patrols, dog handlers, and drug-enforcement officers.
The second series began airing on Monday, June 8, 2026, and continues Monday to Thursday at 2pm on BBC One. The first four episodes are already available on BBC iPlayer, with the remainder expected to follow later. The first series is also available to stream.
Fan Reactions
Fans have praised the show for its insightful access and beautiful cinematography. One viewer wrote on IMDb: "This show has it all; insightful access to the full range of Bermuda police duties from dog handling to diving, beautifully photographed with great skill, and narrated with tact, wit and affection by Shyko Amos." Another added: "Great to see all the places we love and very interesting to see how Bermuda is policed. Hoping there will be another series to get a bit more about it and see more on wonderful Bermuda."
Policing Paradise is available to stream on BBC iPlayer.
