JL
DCI John Luther
A brilliant, driven murder detective returning to work after a breakdown.
COMPLETE SEASON 1 GUIDE · EPISODE 3 OF 6
LUTHER
Episode 3
The setup
A woman is abducted by a killer whose ritual resembles an unsolved case from ten years earlier. Luther suspects occult writer Lucien Burgess, but the previous failed investigation has taught Burgess how to resist the police.
OPTIONAL REFERENCECharacters, places and useful termsContains story details. Open after watching.
QUICK REMINDER
8 peopleThe only names you need
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DS Justin Ripley
Luther’s new partner: careful, capable and increasingly loyal.
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Alice Morgan
A gifted astrophysicist whose calm manner hides a dangerous lack of empathy.
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Mark North
Zoe’s new partner, who wants John to respect their relationship.
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DCI Ian Reed
Luther’s old friend and fellow detective in the Serious Crime Unit.
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Lucien Burgess
An occult writer and the chief suspect in two ritualistic abductions.
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Kirsten Ross
The abducted woman whom Luther’s team is racing to find.
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Grace Allen
The victim of a similar unsolved case ten years earlier.
WHILE WATCHING
Recap as you go
Scene stops placed after clear changes in the story. Open only the last scene you have reached.
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AFTER WATCHING
Key story points
Hidden until you finish the episode.
Content note: Strong violence, murder, threat, blood, disturbing crime scenes, strong language and themes of grief and mental illness.