Luther
“What if your worst enemy was your own conscience?”
Series Overview
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.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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5 Seasons • 20 Episodes
2010 – 2019
Premiered: Tue, May 4, 2010
Neil CrossLatest Aired Episode
Season 5, Episode 4: “Episode 4”
Reeling from the death of his friend, Luther races to save the others from Cornelius's terrible retribution. With Luther's increasing absence from the case, Halliday heads the hunt for a killer on the loose - a killer determined to complete his final macabre masterpiece.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official Hulu TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2024-11-11
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Neil Cross
Paul Englishby
Marcus Wilson
Department Leadership Roster
Paul Englishby
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-14: Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.
Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Luther
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What is Luther about?
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.
How many seasons does Luther have?
Luther comprises 5 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Luther?
Key cast members in Luther include Idris Elba, Dermot Crowley, Hermione Norris, Michael Smiley, Ruth Wilson.
Who created or directed Luther?
Luther was developed and directed by Neil Cross.