Cosy crime whodunnit “following in the steps of Death in Paradise” is trending right now in the UK

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The UK is currently loving a charming mystery series! Only three episodes into its third season, The Good Ship Murder is already a hit on Channel 5, with viewers calling it “pure entertainment” and “amazing.”

The show, which premiered in 2023, centers around Jack Grayling (played by Shayne Ward), a former detective who has swapped investigating crimes for a life performing on cruise ships in the Mediterranean.

The series hints at a pattern of murders occurring in every port they visit, and the detective keeps getting involved in solving these crimes with the help of First Officer Kate Woods (Catherine Tyldesley).

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So far this season, Jack has solved two complex cases: the murder of a film star in Cannes and a puzzling death during a wellness guru’s event in Istanbul.

Fans are loving The Good Ship Murder, and many are drawing comparisons to Death in Paradise because of its mix of mystery and beautiful settings.

One IMDb user praised the lead actors’ energetic performances and said the beautiful cruise ship scenery was a real highlight. They described the movie as simply enjoyable entertainment.

One reviewer described it as overly sweet and sentimental, suggesting it would primarily appeal to readers who enjoy cozy mysteries.

They admitted the show isn’t high art – it’s not going to win any awards – but it delivers exactly what you’d expect. It’s a light, entertaining escape with pretty visuals and music, and they jokingly suggested Shayne Ward’s perfectly styled beard was one of its most impressive features.

Another viewer shared that they’re really enjoying the show, describing it as a fun and easy watch, similar to Death in Paradise. They particularly praised the beautiful scenery and stunning visuals, saying it makes them want to travel to all the places featured.

The show has a lightheartedness that really works in its favor. We don’t need every crime story to be relentlessly dark and serious.

The Good Ship Murder season 3 is airing on Channel 5.

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2026-01-15 18:19