First Look: ‘Luther’ Film Starring Idris Elba

Luther star Idris Elba
Idris Elba stars in ‘Luther’ 2023 film (Photo Courtesy of Netflix)

Netflix has unveiled the first two photos from Luther, the much-anticipated film sequel to the critically acclaimed series of the same name. The first photos feature Idris Elba reprising his role as John Luther.

Luther earned 11 Emmy nominations over its five-season run which wrapped up in 2019. The film is expected to arrive on Netflix in March 2023.

Dermot Crowley is returning as Martin Schen, with two-time Academy Award nominee Cynthia Erivo (Harriet) and Emmy Award nominee Andy Serkis joining the returning cast members for the sequel. Emmy nominee Jamie Payne directs from a screenplay by Luther series creator Neil Cross.

Peter Chernin, David Ready, Jenno Topping, Neil Cross, and Idris Elba serve as producers, with Kris Thykier, Priscilla Paris, Brendan Ferguson, Miki Emmrich, and Dan Finlay executive producing.

The Netflix film is produced in association with the BBC.

Luther star Idris Elba
Idris Elba stars in ‘Luther’ 2023 film (Photo Courtesy of Netflix)