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  1. Feb 9, 2016
    5
    Lucifer's character is amusing but hes just not enough to make the show anything more than yet another cop show with a gimmick. Lucifer has some good moments but the generic cop work in between is just boring. People on IMBD seem to really like this show, so I guess it's a cop show for people who don't watch any other cop shows and haven't aren't tired of the genre.
  2. Feb 2, 2016
    7
    I know people are going to hate on this show because it's a complete debauchery of the source material, and that's a perfectly acceptable criticism. There is so much about the source material that would have made a "great" show, and instead all there is, is a police procedural with a small twist.

    But you know what? I enjoy it for what it is. It's simple fun; it's certainly not one of
    I know people are going to hate on this show because it's a complete debauchery of the source material, and that's a perfectly acceptable criticism. There is so much about the source material that would have made a "great" show, and instead all there is, is a police procedural with a small twist.

    But you know what? I enjoy it for what it is. It's simple fun; it's certainly not one of the best shows on TV (or even on Fox), but it's fun watching Tom Ellis wise-crack and spout terrible devil puns. It's a guilty pleasure. Just try to forget what it represents and accept it as B-level entertainment.
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  3. Apr 30, 2018
    2
    Tame. And boring. Week to week, it's just another cookie-cutter cop+buddy show mixed with tedious and unimaginative relationship drama. The backstory is hardly played and never extrapolated with wit and creativity. If you've read the graphic novels by Mike Carey on which the character is allegedly based, you are in for unutterable levels of disappointment at the sheer humdrum banality ofTame. And boring. Week to week, it's just another cookie-cutter cop+buddy show mixed with tedious and unimaginative relationship drama. The backstory is hardly played and never extrapolated with wit and creativity. If you've read the graphic novels by Mike Carey on which the character is allegedly based, you are in for unutterable levels of disappointment at the sheer humdrum banality of this show. Expand
  4. Feb 11, 2016
    9
    I have to say this is one of my favourite new shows. I love the main character and the humour. I find myself laughing every episode. It's interesting watching the evolution of the Devil from someone who enjoys hurting people to someone who has empathy and feelings. I look forward to watching this show!
  5. Feb 16, 2016
    9
    I am not a fan of procedural cop shows ( i think CSI and all that is a waste of money) so fortunately, this isn't one. Yes there is cops and cases and all that but it isn't really centered around that, it's more of a side subject. Great show, nothing bad to say about it.
  6. Apr 3, 2016
    7
    Lucifer has fallen prey to exactly what I thought it would fall prey to, and that is the show's procedural nature. Granted, they have also departed quite a lot from the source material, but I don't give that too much attention, unless it's one of my favourite characters. Tom Ellis as the Devil Himself is quite brilliant, all his little daddy issue jokes are still fun for me. I believe theyLucifer has fallen prey to exactly what I thought it would fall prey to, and that is the show's procedural nature. Granted, they have also departed quite a lot from the source material, but I don't give that too much attention, unless it's one of my favourite characters. Tom Ellis as the Devil Himself is quite brilliant, all his little daddy issue jokes are still fun for me. I believe they could've cast a better actress to play Chloe, not saying that she's bad, but just doesn't seem believable as a cop to me. It's an okay show, and if you're gonna watch it, do not keep the Lucifer from the comics in your head, otherwise you won't stay with what the show is trying so hard to pitch. Expand
  7. Mar 11, 2016
    10
    A very well done show with complex, 3 dimensional characters and an intriguing premise. This show is not a vapid reality show so it probably will get cancelled just like Constantine did. It was vilified by the moms against something (probably fun) for having the devil in it. Please don’t listen to them and cancel yet another interesting show because it’s not a fake reality. Watch it aA very well done show with complex, 3 dimensional characters and an intriguing premise. This show is not a vapid reality show so it probably will get cancelled just like Constantine did. It was vilified by the moms against something (probably fun) for having the devil in it. Please don’t listen to them and cancel yet another interesting show because it’s not a fake reality. Watch it a few times, realize the humor and understand the deeper discussion of good vs. evil. Just don’t expect someone to sing for Blake Shelton. Although the lead (tom Ellis) is quite the singer. Expand
  8. Apr 5, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Delicious Show, it has great sense of humor and double sense jokes that keep the viewers entertained, its a great story, who cares of the plot might have been used before? the actors are doing a really good job, and Tom Ellis as Lucifer, is one of the best representations of this role I've seen and enjoyed so far.

    Slightly step down into a humanity crush on the latest episode, which could have been handled better, he is still Lucifer and having his character reject sex to whom he has been trying to achieve the entire series, i believe was a weak decision, maybe instead of rejecting her, he could have gone for it but to give more strength to her "powers" over him, maybe Lucifer couldn't get "it up" with her. but they chose to go to the "i feel more human now" route.

    Overall i enjoy this show and is one of the best things on Monday.
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  9. Sep 11, 2016
    10
    This show is GREAT, love how this actor portrays the Devil, never knew he was like that. This show keeps you going with the drama and the laughs. Show have a little comedy, a little drama and a little supernatural, this is why the show is so Great. Keep the show coming, can't wait for Season 2.
  10. Sep 21, 2018
    9
    Eu realmente gosto desta série. Foi interessante, divertido e cativante ver os dois atores principais terem uma ótima química. Adoro imenso o Lucifer, o seu humor e a forma como ele encara assuntos que parecem ser tão complexas para nós, humanos. As histórias dos casos são únicas e raramente são previsíveis (coisa que é rara acontecer em dramas policiais).
  11. Sep 2, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best TV-series produced over many years, S1 deserves a separate review being it truly a MASTERPIECE, captivating, ironic, original, amazing, never predictable. The film-photography was incomparable. “Cinema is moving painting” said Louis Delluc and Fellini used to say: "A movie is written with the light". Lucifer was something-like-this. Indeed, photographic images shot in the interiors are rich in "chiaroscuro". The effect is, using a metaphor, that it looks like you plunged yourself into a Caravaggio paint. Everything’s perfectly studied: acting, writing, camera framing all are unbelievable, allowing to capture the best actors’ performance. Soundtrack, the best I've ever heard, is cleverly coordinated to each episode and the action, both in lyrics and in tune.
    There’s thread of sadness running underneath this season that gives it its “noir” aftertaste. Despite the jokes and lightheartedness, the protagonist is lonely, living his life as something ineluctable. S1 attracts a selected audience that is just its strength. I was very surprised and unpleasantly impressed from some critics/audience reviews I read. Anyway, a masterpiece may be least appreciated than a worthless-crust. Although the series’s got a cop procedural format (I suppose it’s one reasons S1 was unjustly penalized by Critics and didn’t received the rating it deserves, in addition to differences with Gaiman’s Comics, which may have disappointed comics-readers), it hides deep meanings as it plays with a larger story arc throughout all seasons. S1 captures and manages you to unleash intense emotions and reflections. Its strengths are the content and the protagonist who’s attracting for his tasty touch, mannerism, intense looks.
    The series is supported by a noteworthy Cast. Ellis, with his masterful performance and playful-gleam in his eyes, is effortless at being devilishly awesome, in S1 is a more believable Devil, than in the following ones. Lucifer is a psychologically complex character. Apparently cold, distant, self-centred, superficial, impudent, hiding his own lack of self-confidence with his irony but, in the deeper, emotionally captivating, never overdone, having deep feelings, living by his passion, never ridiculous, a charming British accent and dandy-side. His extraordinary acting allows him to better express all these aspects. If I could, I’d surely give 10 stars.
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  12. Mar 19, 2016
    5
    It's ok I guess. It's one of those shows that lets you relax your mind after a hard day at work. The writing isn't anything special. The story is intriguing enough that the show won't fall apart but nothing that will fully engage you. Currently it's mostly about a devil having a mid life crisis / identity crisis, but in my opinion this would be better if he was a bit more darker and useIt's ok I guess. It's one of those shows that lets you relax your mind after a hard day at work. The writing isn't anything special. The story is intriguing enough that the show won't fall apart but nothing that will fully engage you. Currently it's mostly about a devil having a mid life crisis / identity crisis, but in my opinion this would be better if he was a bit more darker and use more than powers of persuasion to tell secrets.
    Also more focus on his story, than cop cases would make the quality improve.
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  13. Jan 28, 2016
    6
    A different series I don't like too much but the acting was good and the series is making good progress.I'll give 3 episode a chance.The series is funny,it's fun, but didn't feel right.
  14. Feb 7, 2016
    10
    The show is another police procedural with a slight twist. Very entertaining and a quality show. The on screen chemistry between characters shows up early and helps the show feel believable. Overall the best new show I've seen in awhile.
  15. Apr 19, 2016
    8
    With such an enticing premise I was hoping for a little more supernatural and less cliché police drama but beggars can't be choosers. I must admit I really am a fan of this show as it really is easy to watch and basically anyone can jump into it at any point and have a fair understanding of what it's all about.
  16. Jan 30, 2016
    5
    "Fox's" latest new offering premiered this week. "Lucifer" is based on a DC Comics character. Lucifer Morningstar wants to take a break from Hell. Where does the Devil go when he needs a little R&R? Why Los Angeles of course. Off he zips is his sporty car, tailored suit, and British accent. Incidentally, I had always suspected Satan was from across the pond.

    Beelzebub hangs out at his
    "Fox's" latest new offering premiered this week. "Lucifer" is based on a DC Comics character. Lucifer Morningstar wants to take a break from Hell. Where does the Devil go when he needs a little R&R? Why Los Angeles of course. Off he zips is his sporty car, tailored suit, and British accent. Incidentally, I had always suspected Satan was from across the pond.

    Beelzebub hangs out at his swanky nightclub Vox. He seems like a surprisingly nice guy (for being Evil Incarnate and all). Big D has a soft spot for a girl (Delilah) who is shot in his arms. Have no fear. Morningstar is now on the case.

    On a side note, the Devil's dad (I'm envisioning Harvey Keitel in "Little Nicky") wants him home. Angel Amenadiel will escort Luc back. Amen has some big black wings. Too bad we couldnt see more of him. The Prince of Darkness has retired though. He doesnt plan to return anytime soon.

    One of Lucifer's powers (I assume there are many) is getting humans to reveal their deepest fantasies. For some reason this doesnt work on LAPD Detective Chloe Decker though. He's intrigued. She arrests him for being a creeper. Of course she has to stop at her daughter's school on the way to the police station. The Prince of Darkness has a way with children (even though he despises them). Trixie and he become fast friends. Off Lucifer goes to help Chloe solve crimes. What I thought was going to be a horror show has now turned into a cop procedural/possible romcom.

    "Lucifer" isnt a completely terrible show. It's just not my cup of tea. I wrongly assumed it would be a horror series (since it's about the Devil and all). This offering seems better suited for the light fluff of the "CW" channel. Do we really need another cop show on TV? I think not. And why would Satan waste his time solving crimes? I'm sure he already know who committed them in the first place. Tom Ellis is super charming as Lucifer. He gives the role his all. Lauren German is also appealing as Chloe. There just isn't enough here to keep me coming back though.
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  17. Sep 20, 2016
    8
    Brilliant job by Tom Ellis. The Show has a lot of jokes and sarcasm. It's really interesting and fun to watch. And don't get me stared on the music. The music in this show is just amazing!

    Definitely a must watch!
  18. Jan 31, 2016
    7
    I don't think Lucifer is a bad show, however after seeing the pilot this looks to become a run of the mill police procedural. There's nothing wrong with that, however there's nothing really special about it either apart from the catch being the guy helping the police is the king of Hell. Which makes about as much sense as it sounds.

    For the few people familiar with the Vertigo character
    I don't think Lucifer is a bad show, however after seeing the pilot this looks to become a run of the mill police procedural. There's nothing wrong with that, however there's nothing really special about it either apart from the catch being the guy helping the police is the king of Hell. Which makes about as much sense as it sounds.

    For the few people familiar with the Vertigo character this is based on, don't expect to see any fateful rendition. Lucifer the tv show is so different from the source material, that I wonder why they even bought the rights to the property. They could have done the same exact thing with a different name for the show, and nobody would have thought it's based on the Lucifer comic. The changes however aren't for the better (are they ever when directors think they know better than the original writers?) and instead we get a somewhat dumbed down version.

    Lucifer is now portrayed as a boy in a man's body, is British, wants to solve crimes, and has Jedi powers. Again, not necessarily a bad thing. However this is not Lucifer the show is supposedly based on. At least they are including the storyline where the angels try to get Lucifer back into Hell, which at the same time was the most interesting thing about the first episode in my opinion.

    I'll watch the following episodes to see where they will take the main storyline, however I can't help be dissapointed by the show as I was expecting something much better considering what this is based on.
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  19. Feb 11, 2016
    10
    There are many TV shows which I simply am not interested in but Lucifer is one which really holds me to the TV set. I love how Lucifer is extremely honest and tells it like it is, is not afraid to use his powers to punish those who deserve it and how he fights crime in Los Angeles. I think all the actors do a very nice job.

    I also love it that this TV show freaks out those who are
    There are many TV shows which I simply am not interested in but Lucifer is one which really holds me to the TV set. I love how Lucifer is extremely honest and tells it like it is, is not afraid to use his powers to punish those who deserve it and how he fights crime in Los Angeles. I think all the actors do a very nice job.

    I also love it that this TV show freaks out those who are credulous enough to believe in the mythology of Christianity (or any other religious mythology with a devil character). It's quite fun to see the credulous squirm and get bent out of shape.
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  20. Feb 20, 2016
    10
    Great, just great, I mean ofcourse the show is not accurate. It wouldnt be any fun. This show is just awesome. Lucifer is just casted so extremely well you just look in his eyes and you see evil. He turns slowly to good what makes sure that you can symphatize en emphatize with the character. hes still evil though, very cocky and doesnt give a **** about anything. On top of that he doesntGreat, just great, I mean ofcourse the show is not accurate. It wouldnt be any fun. This show is just awesome. Lucifer is just casted so extremely well you just look in his eyes and you see evil. He turns slowly to good what makes sure that you can symphatize en emphatize with the character. hes still evil though, very cocky and doesnt give a **** about anything. On top of that he doesnt seem to understand how humans work. Its just awesome best Video,show,serie,footage about satan/devil/lucifer/evil ever! Expand
  21. Mar 2, 2016
    10
    Ignore those who judge and don't watch. Great show and my personal favorite so far this year. Please, please renew.... show has nothing to do with religion, it is a form of comedy made to laugh and enjoy. Try it.
  22. Mar 7, 2016
    10
    Lucifer is a great new show. Tom Ellis is brilliant and so very gorgeous charming and sexy. I hope this show stays around for many years. The story line is original and very creative. Watching Tom Ellis's character grow and develop in a most positive way, is fun and exciting.
  23. Apr 29, 2016
    9
    When I first heard about the premise for this show I thought it sounded pretty silly but by hubby liked the idea of it and convinced me to watch it with him. While I wasn't wowed by the writing, I was wowed by Tom Ellis' performance, he was just that mesmerizing. Later episodes they had Tom singing and, I'm not sure whether he really plays the piano or not but, I wouldn't be surprised ifWhen I first heard about the premise for this show I thought it sounded pretty silly but by hubby liked the idea of it and convinced me to watch it with him. While I wasn't wowed by the writing, I was wowed by Tom Ellis' performance, he was just that mesmerizing. Later episodes they had Tom singing and, I'm not sure whether he really plays the piano or not but, I wouldn't be surprised if he did. The man is just that talented.

    Fortunately, the rest of the show started to catch up with Tom's brilliant Lucifer. He and Chloe became a team that reminded me a little bit of the things I liked about the Jane & Lisbon relationship from the first couple of seasons of The Mentalist. And I adore Trixie, she's not the usual annoying kid that so many shows like to pop in. Instead she's smart, cute and sorta streetwise and she throws Lucifer off his game which is quite amusing. The psychiatrist is also a favourite because of how she makes everyone see the world in healthy, mature ways. And I wish the writers would continue to show Maze going to her for therapy - I thought that was gold!

    The season finale, and the episodes leading up to it, were brilliant and bode very well for season 2.

    Lucifer isn't a show meant to be a horror show, it's closer to family fare with a bit of sex and violence thrown in, but it's good at what it is and has found its stride.
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  24. Apr 30, 2016
    9
    Awesome TV show, love how the Lucifer play with his awesome accent. Anyway, I hope this show get more interesting in the next season. This show is worth to watch, really recommend!
  25. May 17, 2016
    10
    this is 1 of the best tv shows i love it ..................................................................................................................................................................
  26. Sep 25, 2016
    8
    I feel as if Lucifer isn't getting it's due.

    Why? Because too many people on here have a habit of, "It feels like a..." and they want to compare it with something else to either enhance the review or degrade it. Another bad habit that reviews here have is projecting: Wanting it to be something it's not and criticizing something for it not fitting in their, little "box" so to speak.
    I feel as if Lucifer isn't getting it's due.

    Why? Because too many people on here have a habit of, "It feels like a..." and they want to compare it with something else to either enhance the review or degrade it. Another bad habit that reviews here have is projecting: Wanting it to be something it's not and criticizing something for it not fitting in their, little "box" so to speak.

    Lucifer is a growing character played by a talented actor that seems to have more than just acting as a talent, he plays piano and sings. The character is more sarcastic with only very hints of his old self, which makes him less like any standard fallen angel role.

    Also, and i've got to point this out, this is not a "super" show. I've seen so many people, over other sites, criticize him for losing his powers and that it makes it "just another" (another HORRIBLE critic habit phrase) whatever show. Part of the whole ideal of this show is that Lucifer's understanding the price he's paying for being among mortals, it's part of the show...it's SUPPOSED to be part of the show.

    Jeez, critics, stop "projecting".

    With Season 2 hitting, i've seen people criticize the new character. Really people? One episode and you're criticizing them? They've not had time to grow and fill out. They need, at the minimum, 5-8 episodes to really find their place in a show or find their way out.

    I saw Christian mothers go nuts, negatively, about this show but i find it's spin on biblical dogma to be very interesting. The "Big Bang" explanation really gave me a chuckle.

    Amenadiel is growing as a character and we're supposed to be seeing him as "Luke Cage" later on through Marvel so i'm rooting for this guy. He's a great monkey-wrench in Lucifer's desperate efforts to make Chloe understand who he is....plus an occasional a$$-kicking scene is fun. Him making it with Maze made his role instantly more interesting because you KNOW he's got to answer to the boss sooner or later and that's going to be interesting.

    Mazikeen is starting to find her own independence. She's going to be one of those "elemental" characters that's going to be in and out but timing, with her like some others, is key.

    Chloe Decker is a good character but i was a little let down about her possible hidden origins. I was hoping that Lucifer getting affected with her around might make her a long-forgotten direct-descendant of Christ or something along those lines.

    Linda Martin's character, the shrink, makes an interesting voice of reason among all of the chaos of the other characters. Her being still in the dark makes it all the better, she can remain who she is without understanding the truth and still get through to them.

    And the music on this show, whether it's from an original artist or a cover by Tom or someone else, just makes this show even better....Two Dylan songs have already come across Lucifer's piano and i firmly believe that "Sympathy for the Devil" or "You Can't Always Get What You Want" are soon to come if they can procure the rights...it just fits.

    I dunno where people align this show with Syfy shows, maybe they just don't have any more creativity than that but i wish people would use a little more critical thinking rather than just saying "It's just like X show".

    Look, while Lucifer (to me, at least) is pretty predictable...it's the "good" predictable. It's a good show and i still look forward to every episode.

    Look at it this way, anyone here, who has written a bad review...and you're still watching the show, well...i dunno if that makes you an idiot or a hypocrite but it doesn't make you a good reviewer. You trample a show and still watch it means you "know" you were wrong and don't have the stones to admit it...keep guzzling that "haterade"
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  27. Aug 3, 2016
    10
    Excellent acting from main character. Good contexts of clash between what the gods would experience on earth as earthlings. Love how lucifer is portrayed as an angel that is only bad in theory and is actually very useful.
  28. Oct 26, 2016
    10
    I love this show! It is rare that I find a new series that is original and doesn't rely on 'Dumb and Dumber' middle school bathroom humor to entertain its audience - or the overdone typical cop shows (if you have seen one, you have seen them all). This is brilliantly and beautifully done. I just pray it isn't cancelled like all the truly good quality shows are (Hannibal). Keeping myI love this show! It is rare that I find a new series that is original and doesn't rely on 'Dumb and Dumber' middle school bathroom humor to entertain its audience - or the overdone typical cop shows (if you have seen one, you have seen them all). This is brilliantly and beautifully done. I just pray it isn't cancelled like all the truly good quality shows are (Hannibal). Keeping my fingers crossed. Expand
  29. Jan 27, 2016
    1
    If the Church of Satan has an anti-Pope, surely His Unholiness will place the Fox Network under anathema for "Lucifer." The show makes the Prince of Darkness into a mischievous rogue, which has to be blasphemy of some kind, surely worthy of a formal curse on the network.

    Seriously, a show about Lucifer spending come time on earth could have been clever if the writers had respected the
    If the Church of Satan has an anti-Pope, surely His Unholiness will place the Fox Network under anathema for "Lucifer." The show makes the Prince of Darkness into a mischievous rogue, which has to be blasphemy of some kind, surely worthy of a formal curse on the network.

    Seriously, a show about Lucifer spending come time on earth could have been clever if the writers had respected the premise or showed an ounce of originality. Why, traditionally, does a devil show up on this plane? Usually to tempt someone really important in the hope that he or she will succumb and change the fate of all humanity. Now wouldn't it be funny for Lucifer to decide each week who the most important person on earth is and try to make that person "fall"? I'd watch that show, especially if Lucifer had trouble working out who was important and who was merely a big noise.

    Instead, Lucifer comes to earth and does what 60 percent of all TV characters do: solve mysteries. Yawn. And his diabolical skills are pathetic, just some charm and a knack for getting people to confess their desires. Big, contagious yawn. I'm now imagining how the series will depict God--maybe a blond underwear model who fixes high-school football games and beauty pageants--but I won't be sticking around to find out.
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  30. Jan 26, 2016
    10
    I really enjoyed this show it was fast and fun and the two main actors look to have great chemistry, and an overall story arc the works to you're the episodes together which many cop dramas lack.
Metascore
49

Mixed or average reviews - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 24
  2. Negative: 5 out of 24
  1. Reviewed by: Michael Slezak
    Apr 6, 2016
    58
    The show’s supporting players--in particular, D.B. Woodside’s Amenadiel, sent down from Heaven to insist Lucifer go back from where he came, Rachael Harris as Lucifer’s shrink, and Lesley-Ann Brandt as Maze, Lucifer’s ass-kicking assistant--hint at the possibility of a more interesting show (as does a closing twist in “Favorite Son”). Until or unless the show’s writing staff digs down and explore those darker instincts, however, Lucifer feels stuck in creative purgatory.
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    Reviewed by: Matt Roush
    Jan 28, 2016
    50
    Here's the uncomfortable truth about Lucifer the series: It's just too damnably familiar. [1-14 Feb 2016, p.19]
  3. Reviewed by: Gail Pennington
    Jan 25, 2016
    63
    Lucifer is the most accessible [of the twoshows--the other being Syfy's "The Magicians"], mostly because it feels as if we've already seen it before. And we have, one way or another; "Lucifer" feels a bit as if Syfy's fallen-angel drama "Dominion" mated with ABC's "Castle."