Jack's Back
“One hundred years ago, in the City of London, in the East-End slum of Whitechapel, a man shocked the world by murdering, raping and mutilating five women. He was never caught.”
Synopsis
A young doctor is suspected when a series of Jack the Ripper copycat killings is committed. However, when the doctor himself is murdered, his identical twin brother claims to have seen visions of the true killer.
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Jack's Back (1988) Original Trailer [FHD]
Type: Trailer • Published 2024-07-23
Top Cast
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James Spader
John Allen Wesford / Richard Wesford
Cynthia Gibb
Christina "Chris" Moscari
Jim Haynie
Sgt. Gabriel
Robert Picardo
Dr. Carlos Battera
Rod Loomis
Dr. Sidney Tannerson
Rex Ryon
Jack Pendler
Chris Mulkey
Scott Morofsky
John Wesley
Sam Hillard
Bobby Hosea
Tom Dellerton
Danitza Kingsley
Denise Johnson
Anne Betancourt
Mary
Kevin Glover
Neil Finchley
Cassian Elwes
Pimp #1
Kathryn O'Reilly
Hooker
Wendell Wright
Capt. Walter Prentis
Diane Erickson
Andrea Banks
Sis Greenspon
Martha
Graham Timbes
Surgeon
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 6, 1988
Wide Cinema Exhibition
September 1, 1989
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rowdy Herrington
- Screenplay & Story
- Rowdy Herrington
- Original Score
- Danny Di Paola
- Original Title
- Jack's Back
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Production Studios
- Cinema Group, Palisades Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rowdy Herrington
Rowdy Herrington
Danny Di Paola
Shelly Johnson
Harry B. Miller III
Cassian Elwes, Tim Moore
Department Leadership Roster
Rowdy Herrington
Writer
Rowdy Herrington
Director
Shelly Johnson
Director of Photography
Harry B. Miller III
Editor
Piers Plowden
Production Design
Jerry Spicer
Stunt Coordinator
Cassian Elwes
Producer
Tim Moore
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jack's Back
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Jack's Back about?
A young doctor is suspected when a series of Jack the Ripper copycat killings is committed. However, when the doctor himself is murdered, his identical twin brother claims to have seen visions of the true killer.
Who directed Jack's Back?
Jack's Back was directed by Rowdy Herrington.
Who stars in Jack's Back?
The principal cast of Jack's Back includes James Spader, Cynthia Gibb, Jim Haynie, Robert Picardo, Rod Loomis.
When was Jack's Back released and how long is it?
Jack's Back was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
Who composed the musical score for Jack's Back?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Jack's Back was composed by Danny Di Paola.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Jack's Back?
Jack's Back holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.).