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Luther

2003·Movie
2h 3min·PG-13
55
DecentGoodWatch score

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Strong craft, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension4
  • Fast Pace4
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Cathartic

  • Catharsis7
  • Pathos6
  • Hopefulness6

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Satire & Parody1
  • Situational Comedy0

World

History, a real life story, and faith and meaning

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Standout characters and dialogue

  • Character Depth9
  • Dialogue Quality8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

Rebel. Genius. Liberator.

During the early 16th century, idealistic German monk Martin Luther, disgusted by the materialism in the church, begins the dialogue that will lead to the Protestant Reformation.
Historical BiographyReligious DramaPolitical RebellionCharacter StudyInspirational JourneySocial CommentaryIntellectual ConflictMoral DilemmaPeriod Piece

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Luther

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Luther legally?

You can rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Luther worth watching?

55
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 56/100 (IMDb 6.6, Rotten Tomatoes 46%, and Metacritic 47). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Luther rated?

PG-13

It's rated PG-13 in the United States.

How long is Luther?

2 h 3 min

Luther runs 2 h 3 min.

Is Luther based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Luther?

Critics47
Audiences65

Not quite. Audiences rate Luther higher (65) than critics (47). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Luther a box office hit?

Budget$30 million
Box office$29 million

No. It cost about $30 million to make and earned $29 million worldwide, 98% of its budget.

What language is Luther in?

EnglishLatin

It was made in English, with some Latin. Produced in Germany, United States.

In how many countries can I watch Luther?

6ATCACHDEDKUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Luther in 6 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Luther use?

Large HamBadass PreacherArtistic License – HistoryCool TeacherWon't Do Your Dirty WorkMythology GagFire and Brimstone HellToken RomanceGood ShepherdPerformance AnxietyThe HereticDean Bittermanand 21 more

TV Tropes lists 33 storytelling tropes for Luther, including Large Ham, Badass Preacher, Artistic License – History.