We’re celebrating 10 years of Death in Paradise in the
RT Rewind, looking back at a decade of the BBC’s much-loved Caribbean police drama. And what better way to mark the anniversary than by digging into the show’s history and uncovering some fascinating behind-the-scenes facts?
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Thankfully, the show’s creator Robert Thorogood and executive producer Tim Key were on hand to help, telling
RadioTimes.com all the secrets of the show… and we’re ready to share 11 of them with you. Enjoy!
1. Harry the Lizard may be immortal. Because although Harry is at least 10 years old now – far beyond his expected lifespan – he is considered absolutely integral to the show. “Will Harry the lizard ever die? We talk about that sometimes,” says Key. “That would be a good story, the death of Harry, but I think there’d be an outcry. I think the viewers would be furious.” He adds: “I worry that he’s a bit like the ravens at the Tower, you know?” So – Har