BBC detective series hailed a ‘real gem’ that’s perfect for Death in Paradise fans

BBC viewers have been left ‘hooked’ on the cosy crime drama likened to Death in Paradise and Midsomer Murders

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An “excellent” cosy crime drama that’s perfect for Death in Paradise fans (Image: BBC)

Death in Paradise enthusiasts searching for their next obsession should look no further.

BBC audiences have been raving about ‘one of the best’ detective programmes, describing it as a ‘real gem hidden in the daytime schedules’.

Shakespeare and Hathaway: Private Investigators debuted in 2018 and has now reached its sixth series. It features EastEnders legend Jo Joyner as Luella Shakespeare and Waterloo Road star Mark Benton as Frank Hathaway.

A synopsis for the programme states: “After the death of her fiance, Luella Shakespeare joins Frank Hathaway, a private detective, to help him solve some bizarre cases in Stratford-upon-Avon.”

The programme has proved enormously popular with viewers who have drawn comparisons to Death in Paradise, Beyond Paradise and Midsomer Murders, reports the Mirror.

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Shakespeare and Hathaway: Private Investigators first aired in 2018 and is now in its sixth series(Image: BBC Studios)

One viewer commented: “I don’t know what this show is doing in the day time section, I would have missed it, had it not for the fact that I logged into iPlayer. It reminded me of ‘Death in Paradise’ but set in Warwickshire. They have filmed in really scenic locations, and I love the cast.

“The two leads have very good on screen chemistry and their side kick, the “RADA Grad” is pretty funny. I have watched six episodes so far and I can’t wait to finish it.

“I hope BBC renews it because it is pretty cheerful and feel good show. I am a little tired of gritty and dark dramas so this is pretty much right up my stream!”

Another viewer wrote: “Just binge watched the first and second series of this show on demand! I can’t believe I’d never heard of it or even seen it advertised.. I absolutely loved it! Light hearted, clever writing, witty loveable characters, I could go on and on..”

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The series has been a huge hit amongst fans who have likened it to Death in Paradise, Beyond Paradise and Midsomer Murders(Image: BBC/Matt Towers)

A separate viewer commented: “I have watched both seasons of this sweet, light hearted and funny show. I think it should be on in the evenings, it’s very much like Death in Paradise except set in Stratford Upon Avon.

“Hope it’s renewed for season! It’s a witty sweet show and some of us like light-hearted programmes!”.

Another enthusiast noted: “This show is much better than I hoped. I was looking for something on Britbox once I had watched the last episode of Death in Paradise and decided to give this a try. What a complete gem.”

While another viewer contributed: “If you are a fan of exquisite British murder mysteries in the vein of Midsommer Murders you will be hooked! Fun characters, engaging comedic elements and very interesting plot twists make this a winner! ! LOVE IT! ! !”.

SOURCE: WALESONLINE