How to watch Luther: Never Too Much documentary film in the UK
It's now available to stream
The new documentary about Luther Vandross called Luther: Never Too Much was in cinemas earlier this year, and now it is available to stream in the UK. It was premiered last year at the Sundance Film Festival to critical acclaim and follows the life and career of legendary singer Luther Vandross, who sadly died in 2005.
The documentary uses rare archival footage and interviews with the legendary singer's closest friends and collaborators to tell his story. The film was written and directed by Dawn Porter, who has previously directed Bobby Kennedy for President and Deadlocked: How America Shaped the Supreme Court.
Watch the trailer for Luther: Never Too Much
Following its cinema showing on 30th January, it was later revealed the documentary would be available to stream on Sky Arts in the UK.
Luther's official Instagram account shared a post captioned: 'Whether you're experiencing it for the first time or reliving the magic, Luther: Never Too Much is now streaming on MAX and OWN in the U.S. and on Sky Arts in the U.K. Thank you to the @naacpimageawards for this honor and continuing to support Luther's Legacy.
'Congratulations to Trilogy Films, Raindog Films, Foxxhole Productions, Sony Music, CNN, Giant Pictures, and team Luther for bringing this incredible journey to life.
'Keep following to stay up to date on when the film will be available in additional territories.' (sic)
Luther Vandross released many songs in the 80s and 90s including 'Endless Love' with Mariah Carey, 'The Best Things in Life Are Free' with Janet Jackson and the track that inspired the documentary's name 'Never Too Much'.
How to watch Luther: Never Too Much in the UK
Luther: Never Too Much is now available to stream on Sky Arts, after it was originally shown in cinemas on 30th January, and on Sky Arts on 14th February 14th at 2am and at 9pm.
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