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The Best Episodes of Luther Season 2

Every episode of Luther Season 2 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Luther Season 2!

A dark psychological crime drama starring Idris Elba as Luther, a man struggling with his own terrible demons, who might be as dangerous as the...
Genres:CrimeDramaMystery
Network:BBC One

Season 2 Ratings Summary

"Episode 1" is the best rated episode of "Luther" season 2. It scored 8.2/10 based on 2951 votes. Directed by Sam Miller and written by Neil Cross, it aired on 6/14/2011. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "Episode 2".

  • Episode 1
    8.2/102,951 votes

    #1 - Episode 1

    Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 6/14/2011

    Still plagued by the death of his ex-wife, Luther returns to work to face a surreal and nightmarish case of a masked murderer determined to enter into folklore. As the body count rises, Luther must use all his skills to stop the killer, at the same time trying to rescue an old acquaintance's daughter from the dangerous world of prostitution.

    Director: Sam Miller

    Writer: Neil Cross

  • Episode 2
    8.2/102,773 votes

    #2 - Episode 2

    Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 6/21/2011

    Luther must rescue Ripley, abducted by Cameron, in time to prevent Cameron's final murderous set piece. But Jenny's ruthless and vengeful boss is demanding compensation for stealing her protege. Luther is torn; will his visionary mind provide the team with the tools to save Ripley and the killer's intended victims, or will his focus be compromised?

    Director: Sam Miller

    Writer: Neil Cross

  • Episode 3
    8.3/102,716 votes

    #3 - Episode 3

    Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 6/28/2011

    As Luther's affection for Jenny grows, so does his determination to protect her and help her back on her feet. Baba, however, is determined to keep Luther on a tight leash. To add to Luther's difficulties, he is called in to investigate a man whose brutal and escalating murders seem to have no motive, leaving Jenny alone and vulnerable.

    Director: Sam Miller

    Writer: Neil Cross

  • Episode 4
    8.8/102,931 votes

    #4 - Episode 4

    Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 7/5/2011

    Luther's personal and professional life spirals out of control as he tries to cover up Toby's death and appease a suspicious Baba. He must also protect Jenny from any further harm. At work there's also a killer at large whose actions are ruled by his dice. How do you stop a man who sees life and death as a game and whose actions can't be predicted?

    Director: Sam Miller

    Writer: Neil Cross