Sydney, March 22: April is packed with thrilling crime dramas, gripping mysteries, and high-stakes action on BritBox. The highly anticipated second season of Magpie Murders returns with Moonflower Murders, delving into dark secrets and shocking twists. Beyond Paradise continues the story of DI Humphrey Goodman and his fiancée Martha as they swap city life for crime-solving on the Devon coast. The annual Christingle celebration takes a mysterious turn in Beyond Paradise Christmas Special 2024, while Vera Stanhope is back in action, delivering justice in Vera Season 13. Meanwhile, Boat Story takes viewers on a high-stakes adventure when two strangers stumble upon a dangerous drug haul.
Moonflower Murders – Premiering April 15
The mystery deepens in this sequel to Magpie Murders as Susan Ryeland is drawn into a baffling disappearance at a British country hotel. A murder from eight years ago resurfaces, and Susan finds unsettling connections to the late Alan Conway’s novels, where fiction and reality collide. The deeper she investigates, the more shocking the revelations. With a complex storyline and immersive setting, Moonflower Murders keeps you on the edge of your seat.
Starring Lesley Manville, Timothy McMullan, Daniel Mays, Michael Maloney, and Conleth Hill.
Beyond Paradise – Seasons 1-2 – Premiering April 24
A fresh take on crime drama follows DI Humphrey Goodman and Martha as they settle in Shipton Abbott. Humphrey takes on his new role as Detective Inspector in a quaint yet crime-ridden coastal town while Martha pursues her dream of opening a café. What starts as a peaceful escape quickly turns into a whirlwind of investigations and unexpected challenges.
Starring Kris Marshall, Sally Bretton, Dylan Llewellyn, and Zara Ahmadi.
Beyond Paradise Christmas Special 2024 – Premiering April 24
A festive mystery unfolds as the team investigates eerie cases, including a man haunted by his late wife and a missing Virgin Mary statue from the church. Just as they think they have things under control, another mystery emerges. Can they solve them all before Christmas?
Starring Kris Marshall, Sally Bretton, Dylan Llewellyn, and Zara Ahmadi.
Vera – Season 13 – Premiering April 4
DCI Vera Stanhope returns with sharp instincts and a no-nonsense attitude to solve complex murder cases in Northumberland. This season features a market trader found dead on a bridge, a chip shop owner discovered in a freezer, and a young woman’s body near a railway crossing. Vera’s determination to uncover the truth is stronger than ever.
Starring Brenda Blethyn, David Leon, Rhiannon Clements, and Jon Morrison.
Boat Story – Premiering April 11
Two strangers, Janet and Samuel, discover a shipwrecked boat filled with drugs and believe their luck has turned. However, their find entangles them in a dangerous web involving the police, masked assassins, and a mysterious French crime boss known as ‘The Tailor.’ With unpredictable storytelling, offbeat humor, and intense action, Boat Story is a rollercoaster ride set against the stunning yet harsh Yorkshire coastline.
Starring Daisy Haggard, Paterson Joseph, Tchéky Karyo, and Joanna Scanlan.
All shows will be available exclusively on BritBox.
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