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The hotly-anticipated trailer for Return To Paradise has finally landed, giving fans their first peek at the new female detective in action in a series' first - and a famous star is reportedly joining the cast.
The Death In Paradise spin-off is set in sun-soaked Australia and follows DI Mackenzie Clarke, played by Anna Samson, as she attempts to solve a whole host of mysterious murders.
Following time spent working for London's Metropolitan Police, she is accused of tampering with evidence which forces her to return to her hated home down under.
And DI Clarke is making history as the franchise's first ever lead female detective, as she follows in the footsteps of Ben Miller, Kris Marshall, Ardal O'Hanlon and the recently departed Ralf Little.
Now, viewers are finally being introduced to her character as we see Mackenzie's dramatic return to Dolphin Cove.
The hotly-anticipated trailer for Return To Paradise has finally landed, giving fans their first peek at the new female detective in action in a series' first
The Death In Paradise spin-off is set in sun-soaked Australia and follows DI Mackenzie Clarke, played by Anna Samson, as she attempt to solve a whole host of mysterious murders
According to TV Tonight, former Death In Paradise star Ardal O'Hanlon, who played DI Jack Mooney, will also be making a shock guest appearance in the town.
Speaking on his exit from the show in 2020, Ardal said: 'I've spent the last four summers in Guadeloupe playing DI Jack Mooney, cracking over 20 murder cases during my stay there.'
'It's been a hugely rewarding and unforgettable experience, working with incredibly talented actors, directors, and crew while discovering a magical part of the world.'
Meanwhile, having fled Dophin Cove six years ago, infamously leaving her ex-fiancée Glenn (Tai Hara) at the altar, new detective Mackenzie is not welcome there.
The trailer begins with her stepping out of a taxi and telling the driver: 'I am a paying customer,' to which he mysteriously responds: 'I can't believe you came back after what you did'.
As viewers watch her getting reacquainted with life in the Australian town, her voiceover reads: 'It's been six years and still no-one here likes me.
The teaser then takes a darker turn shows scenes of a murder investigation surrounding a body found on the beach, with actor Lloyd Griffith's character on the case.
Another officer insists: 'I am going to call HQ, get them to send another detective,' to which Lloyd's character argues: 'We don't need another detective'.
According to TV Tonight , former Death In Paradise star Ardal O'Hanlon, who played DI Jack Mooney, will also be making a shock guest appearance in the town
The trailer begins with her stepping out of a taxi and telling the driver: 'I am a paying customer,' to which he mysteriously responds: 'I can't believe you came back after what you did'
The teaser then takes a darker turn shows scenes of a murder investigation surrounding a body found on the beach, with actor Lloyd Griffith's character on the case
Other shock scenes show the new lead detective chasing down a criminal, admitting she's 'not a people person' and later adding: 'The only thing that makes sense....is murder'
His character seems to clash with Anna's quirky new character, as he tells her: 'Excuse me, who are you because this is official police business?,' when he meets her for the first time.
Other shock scenes show the new lead detective chasing down a criminal, admitting she's 'not a people person' and later adding: 'The only thing that makes sense....is murder'.
British born Australian actress Anna has previously starred in Home And Away and HBO's Leftovers.
The new series' offical synopsis reads: 'Return to Paradise follows DI Mackenzie Clarke, an Australian ex-pat who's made a name for herself in London's Metropolitan Police for cracking uncrackable murder cases'.
'When she is accused of tampering with evidence, Mackenzie returns to Australia, back to the last place she ever wanted to be – her hometown of Dolphin Cove. Having fled the town six years ago, infamously leaving her ex- fiancée Glenn (Tai Hara) at the altar, Mackenzie is not welcome there'.
'But with no other job options, and a unique talent for solving a mystery, no matter how challenging, a reluctant Mack joins the team at Dolphin Cove Police Station'.
'Once a case lands on her desk, she can't rest until she's figured it out, and the killer is in handcuffs. It's that tenacity and work ethic that might just, over time, help Mackenzie win over her new colleagues, and the people of Dolphin Cove'.
Sue Deeks, Head of BBC Programme Acquisition, said: 'Everything we all love about Death in Paradise - the humour, the beautiful scenery, the likeable characters, the ingenious plots - now in a fabulous Australian setting'.
British born Australian actress Anna has previously starred in Home And Away and HBO's Leftovers
Meanwhile, Beyond Paradise fans will no doubt rejoice as its been announced that the BBC drama has began filming for season three - and there's set to be a surprise return of a major character
Beyond Paradise show bosses have confirmed the return of Jamie Bamber as Martha's ex Archie Hughes, who left Shipton Abbott in series one
'I cannot wait for BBC viewers to be introduced to Detective Mack and the good (and not so good!) folk of Dolphin Cove. What a treat we have in store!'
According to the broadcaster the six-part series will have a 'distinct Australian flair' while still paying homage to original series and will debut on BBC1 and iPlayer later this year.
The new show marks the franchise's second spin-off after Kris Marshall's DI Humphrey Goodman left sun-soaked Saint Marie for a new life in Devon in Beyond Paradise, which has begun filming for season three.
The highly anticipated third outing for the Death In Paradise spin-off it will reunite viewers with characters Humphrey (Kris Marshall) and Martha (Sally Bretton) in Devon, following the season two finale in which they came close to tying the knot.
But in ever more exciting news, show bosses have confirmed the return of Jamie Bamber as Martha's ex Archie Hughes, who left Shipton Abbott in series one.
It remains to be seen what kind of impact his arrival will have on Humphrey and Martha, with the pair set to 'continue their heartfelt fostering journey' in the series.
The latest installment will also 'deliver more intriguing puzzles for the Shipton Abbott team to solve', which will no doubt leave fans on the edge of their seats.
