Lucifer at 10: Tom Ellis Reflects on the Show’s Legacy

Lucifer at 10: Tom Ellis Breaks Down the Beloved Show’s Devoted Fanbase and Enduring Legacy

It has been ten years since the world first met the devilishly charming Lucifer Morningstar, and despite the series concluding its six-season run in 2021, the "Lucifer" phenomenon shows no signs of cooling down.To mark the 10th anniversary of the show's 2016 premiere, Tom Ellis sat down to reflect on a decade of fandom, the show’s uncanny "survival skills," and how a story about the Devil became a global symbol of redemption.

The "Lazarus" of Television

One of the most remarkable aspects of Lucifer is its history of defying the odds.Originally airing on Fox, the show was famously cancelled after its third season in 2018. Ellis recalls the moment as his "lowest ebb," but what followed was one of the most successful fan campaigns in television history.

The #SaveLucifer movement didn't just grab headlines; it caught the attention of Netflix, which picked up the series for three additional seasons. Ellis describes the show as the "Lazarus of TV," constantly rising from the dead because its audience simply refused to let go. This survival story has become as much a part of the show's legacy as its witty dialogue and procedural charms.

A Global Connection

While the show struggled for traditional ratings on network television, it exploded into a global juggernaut once it hit streaming platforms.Ellis notes that the show found its most passionate homes in places like Brazil and various Catholic countries, where the fascination with the figure of the Devil met the show's deeply human themes.

According to Ellis, the enduring connection comes from the show's core message:

• The Redemption Arc: At its heart, it wasn’t about wings or hellfire; it was a human story about a "man" trying to be better.

• The "Luci-Family": The chemistry between Ellis and Lauren German (Chloe Decker) and the rest of the ensemble created a sense of warmth that fans still find comforting a decade later.

• Humor and Heart: The show's ability to pivot from slapstick comedy to gut-wrenching emotional beats is what keeps it on "Top 10" lists across the globe years after the finale.

Looking Back and Moving Forward

Now 47, Ellis looks back on the role of a lifetime with immense gratitude. He credits the show for introducing him to the international convention circuit, where he still meets "new recruits" who have just discovered the show on Netflix.

While Ellis has moved on to new projects—including the high-stakes CIA spin-off on CBS and Netflix’s The Thursday Murder Club—he admits that Lucifer Morningstar is a character he will carry with him forever. For the fans, the "10-year Luciversary" isn't just a celebration of a TV show, but a celebration of the community that saved it and the legacy of hope it left behind.

Source - https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/fantasy/lucifer-tom-ellis-10-legacy-rt-rewind/

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