JL
DCI John Luther
The brilliant detective juggling a disturbing new murder case with the consequences of his past.
COMPLETE SEASON 5 GUIDE · EPISODE 1 OF 4
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Season 5 · Episode 1
The setup
Luther and his new partner, Catherine Halliday, investigate an apparently random series of horrific attacks by a masked killer. At the same time, George Cornelius abducts Luther and demands help finding his missing son.
OPTIONAL REFERENCECharacters, places and useful termsContains story details. Open after watching.
QUICK REMINDER
8 peopleThe only names you need
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DS Catherine Halliday
Luther’s new, fast-tracked partner: observant, principled and unwilling to ignore inconsistencies.
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DSU Martin Schenk
Head of the Serious and Serial Crime Unit, increasingly concerned by Luther’s secretive behaviour.
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Benny Silver
The unit’s technology specialist and Luther’s loyal friend.
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George Cornelius
The London crime boss searching for his missing son and blaming Luther.
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Dr Vivien Lake
A psychiatrist who offers the police help with the masked killer case.
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Jeremy Lake
Vivien’s husband, a respected heart surgeon with a hidden life.
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James Hauser
A disturbed patient of Vivien Lake who becomes central to the police investigation.
WHILE WATCHING
Recap as you go
3 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, blood, torture, mutilation, suicide, threat and strong language.