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Luther

2010·Show
20Episodes in5Seasons·TV-14
81
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High energy, strong craft, emotionally cool.

Energy

Nerve-racking and violent

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension9
  • Violence8
  • Adrenaline7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Pathos6
  • Melancholy5
  • Catharsis5

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Dark Humor2
  • Situational Comedy0

World

Crime, mystery, and the mind

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances, characters, and direction

  • Acting10
  • Character Depth9
  • Intrigue9

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchBinge-FriendlyDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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Episode ratings

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About

What if your worst enemy was your own conscience?

A dark psychological crime drama starring Idris Elba as Luther, a man struggling with his own terrible demons, who might be as dangerous as the depraved murderers he hunts.
Dark Psychological Crime DramaFlawed Hero ArchetypeGritty Urban AtmosphereIntense Cat-and-Mouse PursuitMoral AmbiguityHigh-Stakes InvestigationCharacter-Driven MysteryVisceral TensionBrilliant Lead Performance

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Luther

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Luther legally?

Luther is included with a subscription to Hulu, Philo, AMC+, and Acorn TV in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Luther worth watching?

81
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 81/100 (IMDb 8.4, Rotten Tomatoes 88%, and Metacritic 75). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Luther rated?

TV-14ViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagery

It's rated TV-14 in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, and disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does Luther have?

5 seasons

It has 5 seasons with 20 episodes of about 60 minutes each.

Do critics and audiences agree on Luther?

Critics82
Audiences82

Yes. Critics average 82 and audiences 82 out of 100, so both groups see Luther much the same way.

When did Luther air?

It ran from 2010 to 2019 and has ended.

What language is Luther in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Luther?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Luther in 54 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Luther use?

The Book CipherBlack-and-Gray MoralityFreudian ExcuseCrazy-PreparedConsulting a Convicted KillerDating CatwomanStalker with a CrushToken Evil TeammateHeroic BSoDHuge Guy, Tiny GirlBritish BrevityScary Black Manand 119 more

TV Tropes lists 131 storytelling tropes for Luther, including The Book Cipher, Black-and-Gray Morality, Freudian Excuse.