“Luther” on Netflix: Idris Elba returns as DCI John Luther feature-length in March 2023!

• The British hit series “Luther” does not return with new episodes but as a film. Netflix is ​​showing the epic sequel to the award-winning television saga in March 2023.
• Netflix has now announced the title of the film and released more pictures. These show DCI John Luther in unusual situations.
• Idris Elba can be seen again in the lead role as John Luther. He is supported by Andy Serkis and Cynthia Erivo.

Fans have been hoping for a conclusion to the series “Luther” for a long time. But the British broadcaster BBC has now decided against a final and 6th season. However, that doesn’t mean the end. Instead, “Luther” returns one last time as a film. To this end, the BBC is cooperating with streaming giant Netflix.

Series star Idris Elba tweeted: “Oi … I’m back!” Apparently, filming has started and the “Luther” finale is finally making progress.

1. start date

2. Trailers

3. Plot

4. Cast

5. production

Luther: Start date

Netflix now has one Start date of “Luther” divided. in the March 2023 DCI John Luther investigate in new cases. The streamer has not yet named the specific day. We’ll keep you up to date in our overview of all new Netflix releases.

Luther: trailer for the finale

At the moment there is no trailer available. This is not expected until the beginning of 2023. However, Netflix has already published the first images for the “Luther” film, which show the commissioner in unfamiliar territory.

“Luther” finale: plot

Since John Luther was taken away in handcuffs by his boss Martin Schenk in season 5, the movie will begin with Luther behind bars. As the story progresses, he must then clear his name and prove his innocence.

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“I feel like John has a decision to make in prison,” Elba told Entertainment Weekly.

“It’s pretty clear that continuing to be a cop would be very difficult for him. I think that’s a great setting for a movie. The last few seasons have been more like mini-movies and the movie now allows us to do more dramatic, having punctuated moments that are a bit more compressed, and it’s a bigger, yet smaller, dose of Luther.”

Idris Elba

Idris Elba made it clear in advance that he thought a feature film would be a worthy conclusion to the series. “I would like it to be a movie and I think that’s where it’s headed at the moment,” the actor revealed to online magazine Bustle. The length of the film and the financial support from Netflix can be used to tell a big story with an international setting. So there are definitely a few surprises waiting for you here.

“Luther” movie: Cast

There is no series without John Luther, so it is completely clear that leading actor Idris Elba will return for the “Luther” movie. Not confirmed yet, but it’s also almost certain that Dermot Crowley will reprise his role as Martin Schenk. These stars are confirmed for the “Luther” film:

• Idris Elba as John Luther
• Bluebell Farey as Tanya
• Cynthia Erivo
• Andy Serkis
• Samuel Spring as Jool

Since Alice Morgan apparently died in the Season 5 finale, it would take a miracle for Ruth Wilson to return in her role. Since gangster boss George Cornelius, played by Patrick Malahide, is still in police custody, there is currently speculation about his return.

New additions are Cynthia Erivo (“Genius.”) and “The Lord of the Rings” star Andy Serkis. However, it is not yet known what roles Erivo and Serkis will play.

“Luther” feature film: Production

Idris Elba is not only on board as the main actor, but also as the producer of the “Luther” movie. Also on board as a producer is Neil Cross, who is also writing the screenplay for the big “Luther” finale. Jamie Payne (“The Encirclement”) is directing the film. Elba confirms via Instagram with the words “On Set” that filming has finally started.

The “Luther” film is being produced in cooperation with Netflix. In addition to Cross and Elba, Peter Chernin, Jenno Topping (“Fear Street”) and David Ready (“Tolkien”) are also listed as producers. Chernin Entertainment’s Dan Finlay is executive producing along with BBC Studios’ Kris Thykier and Priscilla Parish (“Bodyguard”).

All 5 seasons of “Luther” are currently available to Netflix customers to stream for free as part of their subscription. The seasons can be purchased from Amazon Prime and other streaming providers.