TV series
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.
Streaming, rental and purchase options
Checked Jul 22, 2026
Luther is available to stream on Acorn TV, Acorn TV (Via Amazon Prime), Britbox, Britbox (Via Amazon Prime), DirecTV On Demand, Disney+, Hulu, Philo, Spectrum On Demand, YouTube TV, and Hoopla in United States. You can also rent or buy it from Google Play, Amazon, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home. Use the direct links below to open the provider.
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.
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Episode 1
Away from the police force, Luther receives a visit from Detective Chief Inspector Theo Bloom and Detective Sergeant Emma Lane. They bring him some new evidence that will draw him back to London to find the truth. The team tracks a cannibalistic serial killer.
Directed by Sam MillerWritten by Neil CrossGuest stars Warren Brown, Michael Obiora, Joanna Croll, Darren Boyd, Simone James, Charlotte Pyke
Episode 2
On the trail of a horrifying killer, Luther finds himself haunted by ghosts from his past.
Directed by Sam MillerWritten by Neil CrossGuest stars Luke Ward-Wilkinson, Mark Carey, Lorraine Hilton, Tommy French, Ash Rizi, Annabel Bates, Selin Hizli, Hannah Bourne
Episode information updated Jul 23, 2026
Idris ElbaJohn Luther
Indira VarmaZoe Luther
Steven MackintoshIan Reed
Saskia ReevesRose Teller
Dermot CrowleyMartin Schenk
Aimee-Ffion EdwardsJenny Jones
Nikki Amuka-BirdErin Gray
Sienna GuilloryMary Day
BBC OneUnited Kingdom
BBCUnited Kingdom
