How many seasons does Ludwig have?

Ludwig has 2 seasons and 12 episodes.

Is Ludwig renewed or canceled?

Ludwig is currently returning. A premiere date has not been announced yet.

Where can I watch Ludwig?

Ludwig is available on BBC One. You can stream it on BritBox.

Ludwig

Name: Ludwig
Genre: Mystery, Crime, Drama, Comedy
Released: 2024-09-25
Rating: 7.825
Cast: David Mitchell, Anna Maxwell Martin, Dipo Ola, Ben Ashenden, Rumi Sutton

RETURNING2 Seasons12 Episodes★ 7.8

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NetworkBBC One

First AiredSep 25, 2024

Last AiredSep 10, 2026

GenreMystery, Crime, Drama, Comedy

Created ByMark Brotherhood

John Taylor lives in quiet solitude, designing puzzles for a living, under the nom-de-plume of 'Ludwig'. When his identical twin, James, disappears off the face of the earth, John takes over his brother's identity in a quest to discover his whereabouts.

RENEWED

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Cast

David Mitchell

John 'Ludwig' Taylor / James Taylor

Anna Maxwell Martin

Lucy Betts-Taylor

Dipo Ola

DI Russell Carter

Ben Ashenden

DC Ethan Cole

Rumi Sutton

DC Caitlin Sullivan

Dorothy Atkinson

DCS Carol Shaw

Dylan Hughes

Henry Betts-Taylor

Ralph Ineson

Chief Constable Ziegler

Mark Bonnar

Gerran Howell

Sian Clifford

Joanne Kemper MP

Seasons & Episodes2 seasons · 12 episodes

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Puzzle setter John ‘Ludwig’ Taylor returns under the new title of crime scene consultant.

E1Episode 1

Aug 20, 202660m★ 8.2

An unusual double confession at the theatre sees John take centre stage, where he must prove who didn’t commit the crime.

E2Episode 2

Aug 27, 202654m★ 8.3

When a ceilidh is cut short by an unwelcome guest, John is left in a spin. Ironically, a murder witnessed by an entire wedding party proves to be quite the puzzle.

E3Episode 3

Sep 3, 202655m★ 8.3

Trying to gather intel for Lucy’s interview, John gets sidetracked by the murder of an influencer in the heart of Cambridge. The Taylors soon spot a sinister pattern in their theory.

E4Episode 4

Sep 10, 202658m★ 8.3

John is snookered by Cambridge’s latest murder, and an unexpected phone call tests his patience even further. A daunting afternoon awaits Lucy. Will she crumble under pressure?

E5Episode 5

Sep 10, 202660m

When a sushi bar turns into a crime scene, an unlikely witness helps John in both of his investigations. Russell takes matters into his own hands.

E6Episode 6

Sep 10, 202654m

With a death that strikes close to home, all avenues point to one suspect. Has Kemper made a wrong move, and will Ludwig ensure that justice is served?

About Ludwig

Ludwig is a mystery, crime, drama, comedy series on BBC One. The show first aired on Sep 25, 2024 and currently has 2 seasons and 12 episodes. Ludwig has been renewed and is returning for more episodes. It has a rating of 7.8/10 based on 140 votes. The cast includes David Mitchell, Anna Maxwell Martin, Dipo Ola, Ben Ashenden, Rumi Sutton. Created by Mark Brotherhood.