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Series 1

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.

Episode 6

6/6 Luther, accused of murder, goes on the run with Alice to try and prove his innocence.

First broadcast: 08 Jun 2010
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Episode 5

5/6 Things become personal for Luther when a wealthy couple are taken hostage.

First broadcast: 01 Jun 2010
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Episode 4

4/6 When three girls are found murdered, Luther is forced to put personal matters aside.

First broadcast: 25 May 2010
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Episode 3

3/6 John Luther must catch a satanic occult killer accused of kidnap and murder.

First broadcast: 18 May 2010
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Episode 2

2/6 Luther must outmanoeuvre a trained sniper on a mission to gun down police officers.

First broadcast: 11 May 2010
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Episode 6

6/6 Luther, accused of murder, goes on the run with Alice to try and prove his innocence.

BBC HD

Wed 8 Dec 2010 23:35 BBC HD

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Episode 5: Reed's video diary

Hear Reed's confession as he tries to explain why he killed Zoe. He knows murder ends everything.
So what will he do now?
Highlight: Episode 6

On the run from his own team, Luther makes it clear to Reed that no matter what, he is coming for him.
Will Reed be able to stay one step ahead of Luther or will Luther suceed in exacting his revenge?
Preview: Episode 6

Following Zoe's murder and Luther's disappearance, he is SCU's number one suspect.
Only Ripley refuses to believe it. But what can he do to prove Luther's innocence?
BBC TV Blog

Scriptwriter of Luther, Neil Cross, speaks to the TV blog about creating the complex character of Luther and his inspiration behind the series.
BBC TV Blog: Introducing Luther – with love to Detective Columbo
Cast and crew credits

View the full cast & crew list for Episode 6
Luther who's who

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Luther series 2 trail

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Series 1 is available in the following formats:

DVDs available from 5 suppliers

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