Martin Luther (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Series · ★ 8
Released in 1983, Martin Luther is a drama series.
What it’s about. This five-part East German biographical drama chronicles the life and religious reforms of Martin Luther, the 16th-century monk who sparked the Protestant Reformation. Produced by DEFA Studios for East German television to commemorate Luther's 500th birthday, the series follows Luther from his early protests against the Catholic Church's sale of indulgences in 1517 through his translation of the Bible.
Who’s in it. Martin Luther stars Ulrich Thein as Martin Luther, Otto Mellies as Lucas Cranach, Ralf Kober as Philipp Melanchthon and Hartmut Puls as Georg Spalatin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Martin Luther sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Martin Luther page.
If you liked it. Fans of Martin Luther tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Martin Luther (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Martin Luther change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Martin Luther worth watching?
- Martin Luther holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Martin Luther?
- Martin Luther stars Ulrich Thein, Otto Mellies, Ralf Kober, Hartmut Puls and Horst Schönemann.
- When was Martin Luther released?
- Martin Luther was released in 1983.