Luther 2010
“What if your worst enemy was your own conscience?”
- Status
- Ended
- First Aired
- May 4, 2010
- Last Aired
- January 4, 2019
- Format
- 5 seasons · 20 eps
- Highest Rated Episode
- S1E6 "Episode 6" (★ 8.5/10)
- Created By
- Neil Cross
- Network
- BBC One
- Where to Stream
- Hulu, Philo, AMC Plus Apple TV Channel
What is Luther?
Luther is a television series that premiered in 2010 and stars Idris Elba as the main character. The series is a dark psychological crime drama that follows the story of a man who struggles with his own demons while hunting depraved murderers.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2010
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 20
- First aired
- May 4, 2010
- Last aired
- Jan 4, 2019
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- GB
- Networks
- BBC One
- Genres
- Crime, Drama, Mystery
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.9/10 from 1,218 votes
- Format
- 5 seasons · 20 episodes
- Status
- Ended
- Network
- BBC One
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Overview
Luther is a television series that premiered in 2010 and stars Idris Elba as the main character. The series is a dark psychological crime drama that follows the story of a man who struggles with his own demons while hunting depraved murderers. According to the show's creator Neil Cross, John Luther is a brilliant homicide detective with a knack for getting inside the minds of murderers, but his unconventional methods and personal demons put him at odds with his team. The series features a cast including Dermot Crowley, Michael Smiley, and Warren Brown. Luther is a BBC series written by Neil Cross and has a strong fanbase. The show has been on the air for several years and has gained popularity. Idris Elba plays the role of DCI John Luther in the series. The show is classified as a British psychological crime thriller series.
Should you watch it?
“A brilliant detective battles his own inner demons while hunting dangerous criminals in this dark crime drama.”
- compelling lead performance
- intense cat-and-mouse scenarios
- contains disturbing themes
- features intense violence
Watch it if you enjoy psychological thrillers that explore the blurred lines between law enforcement and criminality.
The series contains mature themes and depictions of violence that may be unsuitable for some viewers.
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Season 1 · 6 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 Episode 1 Mytharc May 4, 2010
- E2 Episode 2 Core May 11, 2010
- E3 Episode 3 Core May 18, 2010
- E4 Episode 4 Core May 25, 2010
- E5 Episode 5 Mytharc Jun 1, 2010
- E6 Episode 6 Mytharc Jun 8, 2010
Season 2 · 4 episodes
Open the complete Season 2 guide & lore primer →- E1 Episode 1 Mytharc Jun 14, 2011
- E2 Episode 2 Core Jun 21, 2011
- E3 Episode 3 Core Jun 28, 2011
- E4 Episode 4 Mytharc Jul 5, 2011
Season 3 · 4 episodes
Open the complete Season 3 guide & lore primer →- E1 Episode 1 Mytharc Jul 2, 2013
- E2 Episode 2 Core Jul 9, 2013
- E3 Episode 3 Core Jul 16, 2013
- E4 Episode 4 Mytharc Jul 23, 2013
Season 4 · 2 episodes
Open the complete Season 4 guide & lore primer →- E1 Episode 1 Mytharc Dec 15, 2015
- E2 Episode 2 Mytharc Dec 22, 2015
Season 5 · 4 episodes
Open the complete Season 5 guide & lore primer →- E1 Episode 1 Mytharc Jan 1, 2019
- E2 Episode 2 Core Jan 2, 2019
- E3 Episode 3 Core Jan 3, 2019
- E4 Episode 4 Mytharc Jan 4, 2019
Frequently asked questions
Who stars in the series?
Idris Elba stars as the title character, Luther.
What is the genre of the show?
It is a dark psychological crime drama.
What is the premise of the show?
A detective struggles with personal demons while pursuing dangerous murderers.
Is the main character a hero?
The character is depicted as being as dangerous as the criminals he hunts.
What kind of tone should viewers expect?
The series maintains a dark and intense tone throughout.
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