Luke CageCharacter guide · Mike Colter

Mike Colter plays Luke Cage, a man whose extraordinary strength and resistant skin follow a sabotaged experiment. Trying to build a new life in Harlem, he is drawn into a conflict that brings his past back into view. The series places his abilities within the life of a neighborhood.

Pay attention to the people around the hero

Watch how different people approach Luke and what they expect him to do. The local conversations, businesses and loyalties give the action its stakes. Following those details makes his decisions about involvement as useful to consider as what his strength allows him to withstand.

Jessica Jones season one introduces this portrayal before Luke Cage’s own first season. Use the individual series guides to choose that release-order route or learn the context for starting with his solo show. Consult the Luke Cage guide before crossing into The Defenders and returning for season two.

1. 01

   Marvel's Jessica Jones

   2015 · Open the title guide ↗

2. 02

   Marvel's Luke Cage

   2016 · Open the title guide ↗

These are the existing catalog records, including supporting roles, cameos and other formats. This list is not a required watch order or proof that every appearance shares one continuity. Future entries may change.