| Region | Service | |--------|---------| | UK | BBC iPlayer (free with account) | | USA | BritBox, Amazon Prime Video (with subscription or purchase) | | Canada | CBC Gem | | Australia | ABC iview | | Worldwide | Acorn TV (via Prime Channels or standalone) |
The episode also introduces the iconic theme music and the recurring visual of Poole swatting away mosquitoes while refusing to remove his tie. Critical reception for the pilot was strong. The Guardian called it “intelligent, sun-drenched escapism.” The Telegraph praised Ben Miller’s performance: “Playing uptight has rarely been so entertaining.” deathinparadises01all
It’s a masterclass in setting up a long-running detective series: memorable characters, a gorgeous but treacherous location, and a puzzle that respects the viewer’s intelligence. Watching Poole sweat through his suit jacket while logically dismantling an impossible murder is the perfect introduction to one of the most beloved cozy crime shows of the modern era. | Region | Service | |--------|---------| | UK
Murder on the Saint Marie Express (though sometimes listed simply as “Episode 1” or “Arrival”) Original air date: October 25, 2011 Writer: Robert Thorogood Director: Charles Palmer Watching Poole sweat through his suit jacket while
The killer turns out to be Rebecca, acting out of moral outrage — but the arrest leaves other secrets unresolved, setting up character arcs for the series. For new viewers, S01E01 is a perfect pilot. It establishes:
So skip the malware-ridden file search. Brew some tea (even if it’s iced). Open BBC iPlayer or BritBox. And enjoy the murder on Saint Marie.