The Ripper (2020)
The Ripper is a 2020 documentary series created by Ellena Wood and Jesse Vile. It stars Alan Whitehouse, Keith Hellawell and Bruce Jones.
For five years, from 1975 to 1980, the Yorkshire Ripper murders cast a dark shadow over the lives of women in the North of England. 13 women were dead and the police seemed incapable of catching the killer. No one felt safe, and every man was a suspect.
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What is The Ripper about?
For five years, from 1975 to 1980, the Yorkshire Ripper murders cast a dark shadow over the lives of women in the North of England. 13 women were dead and the police seemed incapable of catching the killer. No one felt safe, and every man was a suspect.
When was The Ripper released?
The Ripper was released on 16 December 2020.
How many episodes does The Ripper have?
The Ripper has 4 episodes across 1 seasons.
Who made The Ripper?
The Ripper was created by Ellena Wood, Jesse Vile and Roger Goula.
Where can I watch The Ripper?
The Ripper is available on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads.
Where to watch The Ripper
Stream: Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads
Cast
- Alan Whitehouse as Self - Yorkshire Post
- Keith Hellawell as Self - Superintendent, Bradford
- Bruce Jones as Self
- Jeremy Thompson as Self
- Christa Ackroyd as Self - Halifax Courier
- George Oldfield as Self - Chief Detective (Archive Footage)
- Mike Green as Self - Forensic Pathologist
- Joan Smith as Self - Journalist, Sunday Times
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