Ludwig is an intriguing six-part comedy-drama series that combines elements of mystery and humor. This show revolves around John ‘Ludwig’ Taylor, a reclusive puzzle designer who steps out of his comfort zone to impersonate his identical twin brother, Detective Chief Inspector James Taylor, after James mysteriously disappears. Check it the songs form the show’s soundtrack.
John, played by David Mitchell, leads a solitary life, shunning modern technology and preferring the company of puzzles over people. His world turns upside down when he learns of his brother’s disappearance. To uncover the truth, John takes on James’s identity, which proves to be a monumental challenge.
Not only must he navigate the complexities of police work within Cambridge’s Major Investigations Team, but he also has to manage the responsibilities of being a family man—something entirely foreign to him. This duality creates a rich ground for both comedic and dramatic moments as John grapples with the demands of his new role while leveraging his unique perspective as a puzzle creator.
BBC Soundtracks: The Cleaner Season 3 Songs
The cast features Anna Maxwell Martin portrays Lucy Betts-Taylor, John’s sister-in-law and James’s wife. Other key cast members include Izuka Hoyle, Gerran Howell, Dipo Ola, Dorothy Atkinson, and Dylan Hughes. The series also have guest appearances from well-known actors such as Derek Jacobi and Felicity Kendal, adding depth and variety to the storytelling.
Ludwig (Original Score From the BBC Series)
Original Music Composed by Nathan Klein & Finn Keane
- Ludwig (0:32)
- Prelude to a Murder (1:33)
- Station Disorientation (2:51)
- John Overwhelmed (1:18)
- Car Epiphany (0:50)
- Clocking Off (1:40)
- Letters (2:09)
- Bryce Manor (1:05)
- Confession (3:06)
- Hidden Photographer (1:40)
- Hung Head (0:45)
- Reflected Three (1:04)
- The Impossible Crime (1:30)
- Plausible Deniability (0:55)
- Puzzling Hero (1:26)
- Ludwig’s Hypothesis (1:34)
- Bowerbird (2:40)
- Puzzle Montage (1:02)
- Ludwig Theme (Extended) (1:28)
Ludwig Soundtrack, music by episodes
Episode 1 Songs – S01E01
- Symphony No.9 in D Minor, Op.125 – “Choral”: 4. Presto – Allegro assai – Ludwig van Beethoven, Jessye Norman, Reinhild Runkel, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Chicago Symphony Chorus
- Symphony No. 9 in D Minor, Op. 125 “Choral”: 4. Allegro assai “Freude, schöner Götterfunken – Ludwig van Beethoven, Liselotte Rebmann, Eugen Jochum, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Anna Reynolds, Gerd Feldhoff, Anton de Ridder, Netherlands Radio Chorus
Episode 2 Songs – S01E02
- Symphony No. 9 in D Minor, Op. 125 “Choral”: 4. Allegro assai “Freude, schöner Götterfunken – Ludwig van Beethoven, Liselotte Rebmann, Eugen Jochum, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Anna Reynolds, Gerd Feldhoff, Anton de Ridder, Netherlands Radio Chorus
Episode 3 Songs – S01E03
- Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 in D Minor, Op. 125 “Choral”: 4. Allegro assai “Freude, schöner Götterfunken – Liselotte Rebmann, Eugen Jochum, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Anna Reynolds, Gerd Feldhoff, Anton de Ridder, Netherlands Radio Chorus
Episode 4 Songs – S01E04
- Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5 in C Minor, Op. 67: I. Allegro con brio – Richard Hickox & Northern Sinfonia
- Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 in D Minor, Op. 125 “Choral”: 4. Allegro assai “Freude, schöner Götterfunken – Liselotte Rebmann, Eugen Jochum, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Anna Reynolds, Gerd Feldhoff, Anton de Ridder, Netherlands Radio Chorus
Episode 5 Songs – S01E05
Episode 6 Songs – S01E06
Production of Ludwig is spearheaded by Big Talk Studios in association with That Mitchell and Webb Company. Mark Brotherhood serves as the writer and creator of the series, while Georgie Fallon takes on the role of producer. The directing duties are shared between Robert McKillop and Jill Robertson. Executive producers include Kenton Allen, Chris Sussman, Kathryn O’Connor, David Mitchell himself, and Saurabh Kakkar.