The Ripper
“He carved a trail of horror into the heart of the city.”
Synopsis
It is 1888, and London is in the grip of one of the most gruesome and mysterious crime sprees in history. Under extreme pressure from the Royal family, the head of Scotland Yard assigns its top man to the grisly case.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 2, 1998
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Janet Meyers
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert Rodat
- Original Title
- The Ripper
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Universal Television Entertainment, Mutual Film Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Janet Meyers
Robert Rodat
Allison Lyon Segan, Mark Gordon, Gary Levinsohn
Department Leadership Roster
Spike Cherrie
Stunt Coordinator
Chris Anderson
Stunt Coordinator
Janet Meyers
Director
Allison Lyon Segan
Producer
Robert Rodat
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Ripper
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Ripper about?
It is 1888, and London is in the grip of one of the most gruesome and mysterious crime sprees in history. Under extreme pressure from the Royal family, the head of Scotland Yard assigns its top man to the grisly case.
Who directed The Ripper?
The Ripper was directed by Janet Meyers.
Who stars in The Ripper?
The principal cast of The Ripper includes Patrick Bergin, Gabrielle Anwar, Samuel West, Michael York, Adam Couper.
When was The Ripper released and how long is it?
The Ripper was released in 1997 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.