Lucifer finale date and series conclusion
Lucifer ended on September 10, 2021, when its sixth and final season premiered on Netflix. The series originally concluded its linear broadcast on Fox on February 10, 2020, after Season 3, then was revived by Netflix for three additional seasons. The final episode, titled Til Death Do Us Part, aired as a 92‑minute series finale. This timeline captures network air dates, renewal patterns, and the streaming transition that shaped the show’s schedule.
Lucifer series overview
Lucifer is a fantasy police procedural and drama based on characters from Neil Gaiman’s Sandman universe. Developed by Tom Kapinos, it stars Tom Ellis as Lucifer Morningstar, who abandons Hell and runs a nightclub in Los Angeles while interacting with humans. The show is known for its serialized storytelling, mythological worldbuilding, and moral exploration. Its six-season structure supports sustained character arcs, and its move from broadcast television to Netflix reshaped release and renewal patterns.
Lucifer seasons and broadcast timeline
Below is a verified overview of Lucifer’s seasons, network air dates, renewal decisions, and how the transition to Netflix affected the show’s schedule and completion.
| Season | Episodes | Network / Platform | First air date | Last air date | Key context |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 10 | Fox | January 25, 2016 | April 25, 2016 | Strong debut; renewed after early pickup |
| 2 | 18 | Fox | September 18, 2016 | May 29, 2017 | Renewed; midseason return |
| 3 | 24 | Fox | September 25, 2017 | May 21, 2018 | Canceled after season 3; renewed by Netflix |
| 4 | 10 | Netflix | May 8, 2019 | August 14, 20919 | Netflix revival; tighter seasonal format |
| 5 | 16 | Netflix | August 21, 2019 | March 5, 2020 | Two-part narrative; early pandemic release |
| 6 | 16 | Netflix | September 10, 2021 | September 10, 2021 | Series finale; 92‑minute final episode |
Fox broadcast seasons (1–3)
Seasons 1 and 2 aired on Fox with standard seasonal breaks and midseason premieres typical for scripted dramas. Season 3 premiered in September 2017 and concluded in May 2018. Fox canceled Lucifer after season 3 in May 2018, prompting production uncertainty and online campaigns to save the show.
Netflix revival and final seasons (4–6)
Netflix picked up Lucifer in June 2018, producing three shortened seasons. The service structured seasons 4 and 5 as more contained narratives, and season 6 was ordered as a concise 10‑episode finale. This format enabled a focused, event‑style conclusion rather than an extended draw.
How the series finale aired
The series finale, Til Death Do Us Part, premiered exclusively on Netflix on September 10, 2021. It was presented as a single, double‑length episode (approximately 92 minutes) rather than two standard episodes. The finale wrapped core storylines, addressed long‑running mythology, and offered closure for character arcs established across six seasons.
Post‑finale context and legacy
After the finale, discussions focused on narrative choices, character resolutions, and the impact of moving from broadcast to streaming. The show maintained a dedicated fanbase and critical recognition for its tone, performances, and thematic ambition. Time‑jump possibilities and spinoff speculation have appeared in interviews, though no official continuations have been announced.
Key dates at a glance
- January 25, 2016: Season 1 premiere on Fox
- May 21, 2018: Fox airs Season 3 finale; show canceled
Common questions about Lucifer’s end
Viewers often ask why the show changed platforms, how the finale compares to earlier episodes, and whether the story was always planned to conclude in six seasons. The shift to Netflix allowed a more compact final run and gave creators greater narrative control, which influenced how and when the story ended.
Summary
Lucifer ended with its final episode on Netflix on September 10, 2021, after a transition from Fox that included cancellation and revival. The show’s structured six‑season plan, Netflix revival, and focused finale delivery provide a clear end date and context for when and how the series concluded.