Beyond Paradise season 3 episode 3 cast as The Stranger and Call the Midwife stars join series

BBC One's Beyond Paradise is back with a gripping episode in its third season, where three customers fall ill after tasting sweets from a chocolate shop. The task of determining whether the chocolatier was set up or if she orchestrated the attack falls on DI Humphrey Goodman, portrayed by Kris Marshall.

The team is left puzzled when they find no trace of poison in the remaining chocolates, leading them to question how the culprit ensured the victims consumed the right ones. As public fear escalates, the team must swiftly unravel the truth.

All main cast members will return for the third episode, including Sally Bretton as Martha Lloyd, who continues to navigate her relationship with her foster child, Rosie, played by Bella Rei Blue Stevenson.

DS Esther Williams (Zahra Ahmadi) and Archie Hughes (Jamie Bamber) continue to explore potential romantic ties, while Zoe Williams (Melina Sinadinou) stands by Anne Lloyd (Barbara Flynn) during her health crisis.

PC Kelby Hartford (Dylan Llewellyn) and Margo Martins (Felicity Montagu) persist in their duties at the station. Here's what you need to know about the exciting guest cast list.

Reverend Kate - Chizzy Akudolu

Reverend Kate is played by Chizzy Akudolu, a 51 year old British actress and comedian known for her debut TV appearance in 15 Storeys High. While her career has largely centred around children's TV, she has also featured in Holby City and Kate and Koji.

She was previously married to computer engineer Henry Anang until 2000.

Kenny Pluckley - Brandon Fellows

Kenny Pluckley is portrayed by Brandon Fellows, a 30 year old English actor recognised for his roles as Callum in Raised by Wolves, Mike Tripp in The Stranger, and Charlie in Dead Hot. He has also made appearances in Doctors, Upstart Crow, and Casualty.

Gabriella Dalmori - Alicia Charles

The character of Gabriella Dalmori is brought to life by Alicia Charles, an English actress with credits in popular series such as Holby City, Casualty, Father Brown, and Doctors. In 2023, she landed a leading role as Hazel in Phoenix Rise, spanning all four seasons.

Her acting journey began on Coronation Street right after school.

Sherie Howard - Holly Atkins

Sherie Howard is played by Holly Atkins, a 52 year old actress renowned for her stage performances and roles in hit TV shows like This Country, Call the Midwife, Wallander, and Residents.

Martin Gaffney - Matthew Gravelle

Martin Gaffney is enacted by Matthew Gravelle, a 48 year old Welsh actor known for his work in Holby City, Torchwood, and Belonging. He later took on the lead role of gangster Lyn Edwards in the Welsh-language TV series Y Pris.

Gravelle is married to Welsh actress Mali Harries, and they have often played each other's on-screen partners in several TV shows.

Dr Lionel Jennings - Abdul Salis

Dr Lionel Jennings is played by Abdul Salis, a 45 year old British actor best known for his role as paramedic Curtis Cooper on Casualty. His other TV credits include Doctor Who, Father Brown, Hard Cell, and The Wheel of Time.

Lizzie Dyer - Bebe Sanders

Bebe Sanders, a graduate of The Bristol Old Vic Theatre School, made her television debut in Doctors and has featured in the TV movie, The Best of Men.

Dr Hodges - Syreeta Kumar

British actress Syreeta Kumar, known for her role as DC Leslie in Coronation Street where she investigated the Rovers' fire that claimed the life of firefighter Toni Griffiths. Recently, she has appeared in DI Ray, Fool Me Once and Doctors.

Her filmography includes Notes on a Scandal and I Came By.

Monica Grey - Lauren Vandike

Lauren Vandike first appeared on television in the series Poldark as Beth Daniel. She later portrayed various characters in Rosamunde Pilcher.

Beyond Paradise is broadcast on BBC One on Fridays at 8pm.