Quick Summary
A veteran rock band gathers on a remote island to begin work on a new album together. During the sessions, the lead singer suffers a fatal electrocution in the swimming pool while the remaining members remain inside the studio, leaving the recording project in jeopardy.
About This Program ✦
Swimming in Murder is a television programme presented as a single episode. It falls within the broader category of drama, with its narrative unfolding in a self‑contained storyline rather than a serial format. The piece is billed simply as an episode, positioning it as a concise, focused work rather than a longer series. The central plot follows a seasoned rock group that reconvenes on a remote island with the intention of laying down tracks for a fresh album. The band members, all veterans of the music scene, gather in a makeshift studio set up on the island, hoping to capture the energy of their earlier years while creating new material together. During the recording sessions, a shocking incident occurs: the lead vocalist is suddenly electrocuted while in the swimming pool. The accident takes place at a moment when the rest of the band remain inside the studio, unaware of what is happening outside. This abrupt event interrupts the creative process and introduces a sudden, dangerous twist to the otherwise routine recording retreat. The episode juxtaposes the routine of studio work with the unexpected danger that befalls the singer, highlighting how a seemingly ordinary rehearsal environment can turn perilous in an instant. The narrative remains tightly focused on the band's reunion and the tragic mishap that follows.
Death in Paradise broadcasts on U&Alibi HD at 1:00pm, Thursday, 12 February 2026. (Subtitles)




