There are countless movies and shows that focus on famous serial killers. Some are fictional, like Hannibal Lecter or Candy Man, but either way, they tend to draw crowds when it comes to gruesome on-screen serial killers. Jack the Ripper is a notorious killer who has never been caught in real life.
Jack the Ripper was a serial killer who terrorized the Whitechapel district of London in 1888. Although his mode of operation was to kill prostitutes and perform gruesome acts of mutilation, he evaded the scene. close. Over the years, the story of this evil killer has been adapted many times to the big and small screens. There are even documentaries that attempt to reveal his true identity.
Updated by Ben Hathaway on December 19, 2021: With the release of Showtime’s Dexter revival and a seemingly never-ending interest in serial killers, now is the perfect time to review movies and TV shows about the world’s most famous killer: Jack the Ripper. Most of the Jack the Ripper movies and series are either passable or moderately entertaining, but there are a few that make a real impression despite the stale material.
Jack the Butcher: London Assassin (2016) – 5.2
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The film takes place at the heart of Jack the Ripper’s serial murders in London. Jack the Ripper’s film focuses not only on the killer, but also on a young woman who arrives in London with big dreams of becoming a photographer. However, instead of the glamorous city of London, she discovers chaos and murder.
What makes this movie interesting is that it focuses mainly on female characters. When her brother is falsely accused, she embarks on a journey of her own to try to find the real killer. This is a Jack the Ripper mystery movie but still delves into the fascinating story of the serial killer.
Edge of Sobriety (1989) – 5.2
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As the star of one of the best serial killer movies ever made, Anthony Perkins got his own big shoes in 1989. edge of sanity. Unfortunately, with Mentalperfect, edge of sanity It was a mess.
It is a cross between Jack the Ripper, Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. It’s a weird movie, and Perkins’ performance is even weirder (often with a hideous makeover). He’s playing Dr. Jekyll, but it’s a cocaine-addicted Dr. Jekyll. He spends half of the movie freeing and the other half killing prostitutes. All very disturbing, and the film is considered Brian De Palma’s best.
Tenants (2009) – 5.7
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renter Introduce the audience to two parallel stories. This movie is not about Jack the Ripper, but an imitator. It takes place in modern Hollywood, and it all begins with the brutal murder of a prostitute on Sunset Boulevard.
Detectives in the case soon realize the killer is using the same method of operation as Jack the Ripper. On the other hand, a married woman has a guest staying at their guesthouse. But the film has an unforeseen episode where the married woman falls in love with the tenant and suspects him, but will stop at nothing to protect his chastity. This movie has a twisted ending that no one anticipated.
Jack’s Back (1988) – 5.9
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Actor James Spader has played many roles, from voicing Ultron in the MCU to black list But in 1988, he was involved in a crime/thriller set in Jack the Ripper. Jack is back is another film that does not include the man Jack the Ripper, but does include his method of murder.
A Los Angeles doctor has been charged with imitation murder similar to Jack the Ripper. The main suspect eventually committed suicide, leaving police trying to find the real culprit. In a series of events, the doctor’s twin brother claims to have seen the real killer. The film itself did not do well with critics, giving it a rather low score.
The Man in the Attic (1953) – 6.2
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The late legend Jack Palance plays in another remake renterwith a simple header: man in the attic. While it may not be one of the best serial killer movies ever, the cast is always welcoming.
Palance plays a soft-spoken and deeply enigmatic pathologist who rents a penthouse in central London. In doing so, he finds himself in love with his landlady’s daughter, but she declines his offer. Then the bodies of young women started appearing on the streets and the police had no idea who they might be.
Once Again (2017) – 6.7
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Like other TV shows, repeat First the novel, then the 1979 film. The show mixes genres, from historical drama and crime/thriller to science fiction. Sadly, it only completed one season before being canceled due to low ratings.
repeat According to the theme of Jack the Ripper, the plot is unique. It first took place in 1893 and featured acclaimed author HG Wells (Freddie Stroma). At a dinner party, Welles shows off his time machine, while the police arrive to arrest Jack the Ripper, who escaped with Wells’ machine. Wells continues to hunt down modern-day Manhattan to bring him to justice and prevent any new murders.
From Hell (2001) – 6.8
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the hunt is going on in the movie from hell. The 2001 film starred Johnny Depp as detective Fred Abberline. Based on the graphic novel of the same name, the film tells the story of Jack the Ripper.
Inspector Abberland is determined to catch Ripper before he causes more destruction and chaos in London. But the story has some details that make it interesting, such as how Abram’s hallucinations while smoking opium helped him. Interspersed, Ripper’s next victim, is Abberline’s great love. Featuring intense gore during the rampage attack, the film is one of the most mainstream films about Jack the Ripper.
Murder Decree (1979) – 6.9
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Bob Clark (black christmas, Christmas story) directed by Christopher Plummer as the legendary detective Sherlock Holmes in one of his best heroic roles.
The film follows Sherlock Holmes and his trusted partner, Dr. Watson (the great James Mason), as they search for Jack the Ripper on the streets of London. With a strong cast that includes Donald Sutherland and Genevieve Bujold, it’s surprising that the film hasn’t been as well received by audiences as it is now.
The Lodger: A Tale of the London Fog (1927) – 7.3
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The Tenant: A Story of the London Fog Use the story of Jack the Ripper, but never say who he is. At the beginning of the film, the killer is called “The Avenger” and the story bears a striking resemblance to the 2009 film. renter.
A young blonde model returns home after hearing about a recent murder, and that same night a mysterious new guest rents a room at her family’s motel. She and her tenants begin to attract, much to her police mistress’s disgust. As the murder continues, the family begins to suspect their new guest, and strange circumstances surrounding his innocence ensue.
Black Butler (2008-2014) – 7.8
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Black Butler There’s only a slight twist to the Jack the Ripper storyline. The story is so complex that it only appeared briefly in the comic-inspired show. The film revolves around a 12-year-old boy who sells his soul to the devil to avenge his family.
The protagonist becomes a watchdog, sent by the Queen to uncover the true identity of Jack the Ripper. The story follows a similar path to the real-life Jack the Ripper. He killed and removed prostitutes in London. This aspect of the show changes the story because Jack the Ripper is not really the mastermind behind the murders.
Jack the Butcher (1988) – 7.6
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Before Michael Caine played one of the most beloved Alfreds in Batman movies, in beauty contest, he starred in the miniseries. In 1988, he played Chief Inspector Frederick Ebeling, the lead detective in the murder of Jack the Ripper.
The miniseries focuses solely on the Ripper’s killing in London. Abram walks the ropes when it comes to finding the killer and bringing him to justice. He has a long list of suspects to deal with, and authorities fear a revolution is brewing in London’s East End.
Whitechapel (2009-2013) – 7.9
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white church is a beloved British crime show that revolves around a group of detectives in the Whitechapel area of London. Like other versions of the Jack the Ripper story, the show focuses on finding the mimic killer.
In addition to the bloodthirsty assassins and the secrets of the past being revealed, the film also focuses on the fascinating relationship between the three main detectives. Fans love the ability to connect elements of the past and present to solve the Whitechapel murders, as well as the dynamics of the main cast.
Ripper Road (2012-2016) – 8.1
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slit It’s a crime movie worth watching. The British show uses Jack the Ripper as the premise for the main plot. However, the film takes place just months after the Ripper was last murdered in 1888, when a seemingly peaceful London faces another gruesome murder.
Inspector Edmund Reed (Matthew Macfadyen) is haunted by his past with Jack the Ripper, leading to tragedy. While trying to keep order in Whitechapel, Reid and his gang find themselves caught up in the dark criminal reality of Victorian London, while trying to control their fear that the Ripper might return.