Wire Star To Play 'Luther'

Idris Elba, who played Russell 'Stringer' Bell in The Wire, is set to appear in BBC's new series Luther. The drama has been written by Spooks writer Neil Cross and sees Elba play a near-genius murder detective.

Elba said, "I'm really excited about playing Luther. He's a challenging and exciting character because he's so complex. While he's capable of great kindness and loyalty, sometimes he steps over the edge of madness - simmering with anger and rage."

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