Lucifer

Lucifer Morningstar has grown tired of ruling Hell and walks away from his throne, setting up in Los Angeles to enjoy its pleasures. He ends up partnering with LAPD detective Chloe Decker, using his ability to tempt and interrogate to help solve violent crimes. As he becomes more invested in mortal life and in Chloe, celestial forces and human foes start testing the limits of his absence from the underworld. The show mixes case-of-the-week police work with ongoing personal stakes, as Lucifer wrestles with identity, desire, and the consequences of leaving the place he once governed, while dangerous elements watch to see what his choice will mean.

The series premiered in 2016, developed for television by Tom Kapinos and based on characters by Mike Dringenberg and Sam Kieth from the Sandman comics. Tom Ellis stars as Lucifer, joined by Lauren German, Kevin Alejandro, D. B. Woodside and Lesley-Ann Brandt.

The program and its performers attracted attention from genre and fan-focused award bodies, earning several nominations and wins across television and popular-vote ceremonies. Tom Ellis in particular received praise and recognition for his charismatic lead performance, and the ensemble was often highlighted in year-end lists.

Lucifer gained a vocal fan base that helped secure its continuation after network cancellation, boosting its profile on streaming platforms and fueling conventions, merchandise, and fan art. The show's mix of procedural plots and supernatural elements made Lucifer a frequent subject of online discussion, cosplay and social media enthusiasm, increasing its visibility beyond typical genre series.

Critics generally responded positively, noting the blend of humor, moral questions and procedural structure, reflected in a strong viewer rating around 8.4/10. Major themes include identity, redemption, free will and the messy consequences of desire. The show balances lighthearted banter and emotional stakes while letting characters change across seasons, which kept audiences invested.