”Ludwig” is a British television comedy-drama and detective series that premiered on BBC One and BBC iPlayer in September 2024. The show stars David Mitchell as John Taylor, a reclusive puzzle maker who publishes under the pen name “Ludwig.” When his identical twin brother, Detective Chief Inspector James Taylor, goes missing, John assumes his brother’s identity to investigate his disappearance, inadvertently becoming involved in solving other cases.
The series has been well-received, holding a 96% rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 24 reviews. Critics have praised its unique blend of comedy and mystery, with The Telegraph calling it a “comedy triumph.”
As of March 2025, the first season is available for streaming on BritBox.
A second season has been confirmed, with filming scheduled to begin in September 2025. The new season is expected to continue the story from the first season’s cliffhanger, where John assisted Lucy, his brother’s wife, in escaping a wrongful murder charge.