Thailand: The Dark Side of Paradise

Thailand: The Dark Side of Paradise

2025•44m

Documentary

Zara McDermott travels to Thailand to discover an exotic paradise with two conflicting sides. Beyond the golden beaches and bustling cities lie wild parties, drugs and cheap sex.

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Language

EN

Status

Returning Series

First Aired

September 2, 2025

Last Aired

September 16, 2025

Networks

BBC Three

Where to Watch

Region US · Lang EN

US

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Seasons & Episodes

Select a season to view episodes. Reddit links may contain spoilers.

Season

Episode 1

E1

Episode 1

Air date: 2025-09-02

Zara McDermott travels to Thailand to discover an exotic paradise with two conflicting sides. Beyond the golden beaches and bustling cities lie wild parties, drugs and cheap sex.

Episode 2

E2

Episode 2

Air date: 2025-09-09

In Asia’s sex capital, Pattaya, Zara meets British men chasing cheap thrills, before heading to Ko Phangan, an exotic island famed for its spirituality and beauty.

Episode 3

E3

Episode 3

Air date: 2025-09-16

After a wild and crazy night at Ko Phangan’s Full Moon Party, Zara travels to Phuket and experiences a taste of Thailand’s luxury lifestyle.

Cast

Zara McDermott

Zara McDermott

Self - Presenter

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