Comic Relief Viewers Celebrate as Beyond Paradise and Not Going Out Collide in Hilarious BBC Crossover

The latest Comic Relief special had fans buzzing as two beloved BBC shows, Beyond Paradise and Not Going Out, collided in a brilliant crossover sketch. With Sally Bretton starring in both series, the mini-episode delighted audiences with its clever mix of mistaken identities and comedic chaos.

Sally Bretton’s Double Act Stuns Fans in Comic Relief Special

Sally Bretton, who plays Lucy in Not Going Out and Martha in Beyond Paradise, seamlessly balanced both roles in the special episode. The crossover featured her Not Going Out husband, Lee Mack (Lee), and Beyond Paradise partner, Kris Marshall (DI Humphrey Goodman), alongside Beyond Paradise’s Esther Williams, played by Zahra Ahmadi. Additional familiar faces from both shows made surprise appearances, adding to the fun.

Fans React: ‘Best Part of the Night!’

The mash-up was met with an overwhelmingly positive reaction from fans. Social media lit up with excitement:

• “The Not Going Out/Beyond Paradise sketch is exactly what Comic Relief should be doing—absolutely brilliant!”

• “That was so much fun! More of these, please!”

• “Now that was more like it! Not Going Beyond Paradise is the highlight of the night!”

Sally Bretton on the Experience: ‘A Joy to Film’

Speaking about the crossover, Sally Bretton shared her excitement:

“It was great fun to have the two worlds collide, play my own doppelganger, and get swept up in the madness that comes with that! It was particularly special to be doing it all for such a brilliant cause like Comic Relief.”

What’s Next for Beyond Paradise and Not Going Out?

The excitement doesn’t stop here. Fans of Not Going Out can look forward to the upcoming season, which is currently in production. Meanwhile, Beyond Paradise returns for its highly anticipated third season on BBC One, Friday, March 28, at 8 PM, leading directly into the Death in Paradise season finale at 9 PM.

Exclusive: Sally Bretton Teases What’s Coming for Martha and Humphrey

In an interview with The Mirror, Sally Bretton revealed exciting details about Beyond Paradise Season 3:

“Martha and Humphrey are in a great place. They’re busy, but happy.”

However, drama is brewing. Martha’s relaunch of her restaurant, Ten Mile Kitchen, is set to be a major focus. Meanwhile, her mother Anne faces an unexpected challenge. If that wasn’t enough, Martha’s ex-fiancé Archie (Jamie Bamber) returns—this time with a business proposal that could change everything.

Where and When to Watch Comic Relief 2025

Red Nose Day for Comic Relief 2025 airs on BBC One and BBC iPlayer from 7 PM, with additional coverage on BBC Two from 10 PM on Friday, March 28.