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Jack the Ripper

NR19881 seasonDerek Marlowe
IMDb 7.4
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"The hunt is on for the world's most infamous diabolical murderer."

Jack the Ripper is a 1988 two-part television film/miniseries portraying a fictionalized account of the hunt for Jack the Ripper, the unidentified serial killer responsible for the Whitechapel murders of 1888. The series coincided with the 100th anniversary of the murders.

DramaMysteryCrime
DetectiveScotland YardNewspaperJack The RipperInvestigationPolicePsychopathVictorian EnglandSerial KillerMiniseries

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Frequently asked questions

What is Jack the Ripper (1988) about?

Jack the Ripper is a 1988 two-part television film/miniseries portraying a fictionalized account of the hunt for Jack the Ripper, the unidentified serial killer responsible for the Whitechapel murders of 1888. The series coincided with the 100th anniversary of the murders.

Who stars in Jack the Ripper?

Jack the Ripper stars Michael Caine (Inspector Frederick Abberline), Jane Seymour (Emma), Lewis Collins (Sergeant George Godley), Armand Assante (Richard Mansfield), Lysette Anthony (Mary Jane Kelly). The series was created by Derek Marlowe.

How many seasons does Jack the Ripper have?

Jack the Ripper has 1 seasons. There are 2 episodes in total.

Is Jack the Ripper worth watching?

Jack the Ripper holds an IMDb rating of 7.4/10. Fans of Drama, Mystery, Crime are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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