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High energy, strong craft, emotionally cool.
Energy
Nerve-racking and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension9
- Adrenaline8
- Fast Pace8
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy5
- Catharsis5
- Pathos4
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor6
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Cringe Humor2
World
Everyday modern life, crime, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout performances
- Intrigue9
- Acting8
- Direction7
Style
Standout cinematography and editing
- Cinematography8
- Editing8
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighNerve-racking and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
Luther: The Fallen Sun is nerve-racking, thrilling, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, crime, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around everyday modern life, crime, and mystery. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Tech & Humanity5Human stories in a tech world.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
HighStandout cinematography and editing
Look and sound: the cinematography and editing stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
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About
A gruesome serial killer is terrorizing London while brilliant but disgraced detective John Luther sits behind bars. Haunted by his failure to capture the cyber psychopath who now taunts him, Luther decides to break out of prison to finish the job by any means necessary.
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Questions about Luther: The Fallen Sun
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Luther: The Fallen Sun worth watching?
59
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (IMDb 6.4, Rotten Tomatoes 68%, and Metacritic 53). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Luther: The Fallen Sun rated?
RViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagery
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, and disturbing imagery.
How long is Luther: The Fallen Sun?
2 h 9 min
Luther: The Fallen Sun runs 2 h 9 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Luther: The Fallen Sun?
Critics61
Audiences57
Yes. Critics average 61 and audiences 57 out of 100, so both groups see Luther: The Fallen Sun much the same way.
What language is Luther: The Fallen Sun in?
EnglishEstonian
It was made in English, with some Estonian. Produced in United Kingdom, United States.
In how many countries can I watch Luther: The Fallen Sun?
131
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+117GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Luther: The Fallen Sun in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Luther: The Fallen Sun use?
"Well Done, Son" GuyAffably EvilSitting on the RoofI Know You Know I KnowThe HeavyFire-Forged FriendsFirst-Name BasisSerial KillerPost-Rape TauntBlown Across the RoomGreater-Scope VillainAbsurdly High-Stakes Gameand 119 more
TV Tropes lists 131 storytelling tropes for Luther: The Fallen Sun, including "Well Done, Son" Guy, Affably Evil, Sitting on the Roof.