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A slick, breezy procedural-fantasy hybrid with a charismatic lead, playful case-of-the-week energy, and a surprisingly durable will-they-won’t-they core. It’s not especially subtle, but it is consistently entertaining, especially once it leans into the ensemble and its comic-book mythology.
39% (405,972)
Where to watch: Netflix
2016 · ★ 39% (406K)
It's good to be bad.
Starring: Tom Ellis, Lauren German, Kevin Alejandro
Bored and unhappy as the Lord of Hell, Lucifer Morningstar abandoned his throne and retired to Los Angeles, where he has teamed up with LAPD detective Chloe Decker to take down criminals. But the longer he's away from the underworld, the greater the threat that the worst of humanity could escape.
Warner Bros. Television, DC Entertainment, Jerry Bruckheimer Television, DC Vertigo
Tom Ellis, Lauren German, Kevin Alejandro, D. B. Woodside, Lesley-Ann Brandt, Aimee Garcia, Rachael Harris, Brianna Hildebrand
Netflix
A slick, breezy procedural-fantasy hybrid with a charismatic lead, playful case-of-the-week energy, and a surprisingly durable will-they-won’t-they core. It’s not especially subtle, but it is consistently entertaining, especially once it leans into the ensemble and its comic-book mythology.
Lucifer works because it knows exactly what kind of show it is: glossy, funny, romantic, and just a little bit ridiculous. The premise is irresistible, and Tom Ellis gives the series a magnetic center, turning what could have been a one-note gimmick into a long-running character engine. The crime stories are often secondary to the banter, chemistry, and emotional back-and-forth, but that’s part of the appeal.
The early seasons are the most efficient version of the show, with the procedural setup and supernatural premise balancing each other cleanly. As it goes on, the mythology expands and the tone gets more serialized, which gives fans more to chew on even if the plotting becomes more uneven. The Netflix years tend to be more ambitious and more openly emotional, with a few dips in momentum, but the series remains easy to watch and hard to dislike.
If you want a polished genre series that moves quickly, leans into charm, and doesn’t take itself too seriously, this is a strong pick. It’s especially rewarding for viewers who like their crime drama with romance, divine nonsense, and a lead who can sell both comedy and vulnerability in the same scene.
A witty procedural built on chemistry, banter, and a charismatic lead pairing; the closest mainstream cousin in tone and easy binge appeal.
A long-running crime series that balances casework, humor, and slow-burn relationship dynamics with strong episodic momentum.
A charming investigator-driven procedural with a playful lead, serialized emotional payoffs, and a similarly accessible rhythm.
If the appeal is fairy-tale mythology mixed with soap opera emotion and ensemble drama, this is a natural companion.
Shares the blend of mythology, case structure, brotherly/found-family dynamics, and long-haul genre fandom.
For viewers who like moral philosophy wrapped in comedy, mythology, and a surprisingly emotional character journey.
More serious and more sci-fi, but similarly strong on mythology, case structure, and a growing emotional core.
A polished procedural that gradually deepens into serialized mythology, with strong character dynamics and momentum.
A light, joke-forward detective series with chemistry-driven storytelling and a very easy watchability factor.
Stylized, whimsical, and romantic, with a similarly offbeat tone and a strong sense of visual playfulness.
For viewers drawn to mythic beings, celestial stakes, and a glossy modern fantasy aesthetic with serious lore.
crime-solving, supernatural, redemption, romance, identity, family, morality, faith
supernatural procedural, crime drama, romantic tension, comic-book tone, urban fantasy, light mystery, ensemble cast, breezy binge, network-to-streaming