In this BBC series. Idris Elba wrecks shop as Luther, a self destructive cop who sits firmly in the gray as it relates to his job. The show follows the case of the week format for a few episodes, then it jumps into a cat and mouse style battle of wits as the brilliant but flawed DCI (Detective Chief Inspector) Luther matches wits with the equally as brilliant but obviously flawed psychopaths of the city. As unorthodox and or unethical as it seems, he gets shit done.
Make no mistake, Luther is a cerebral show. But the twists and turns it takes to resolve its cases will draw you in and help you appreciate quality shows such as this. So far, there are 2 seasons or series as they are called across the pond, and I look forward to another two. Maybe it is because the quality of our TV has really gone down, but I'm realizing that the BBC has really stepped up their game lately. Between this show, Sherlock (2010), Jekyll (2007), and Dead Set (2008), I am 100% impressed and open to viewing nearly anything they have to offer.
Luther definitely cracks my top 10 series list (top 5 in british shows).
It is currently on instant watch. Why not give it a shot?
Explosions? Rarely. There may be one or two
Nudity? There may be a titty or two. The british aren't as uptight about showing boobs as we are.
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