Hands of the Ripper
"The hands of Jack the Ripper live again..."
Originally released in 1971. Hands of the Ripper is a horror/thriller film. directed by Peter Sasdy. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Eric Porter, Angharad Rees, and Jane Merrow
Synopsis
A series of murders occur that mirror those committed by the Whitechapel Ripper. Through his experiments with psychoanalysis Dr Pritchard discovers a deadly violence in one of his young female patients. As he delves into the recesses of her mind he uncovers that Anna is possessed by her dead father's spirit, willing her to commit acts of gruesome savagery over which she has no control. But the most chilling revelation of all is the identity of her father: Jack the Ripper himself.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 17, 1971
54 years ago
Runtime
1h 25m
85 minutes total
User Rating
6.1/10
Good (74 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Hammer Film Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hands of the Ripper about?
A series of murders occur that mirror those committed by the Whitechapel Ripper. Through his experiments with psychoanalysis Dr Pritchard discovers a deadly violence in one of his young female pati...
Who directed Hands of the Ripper?
Hands of the Ripper was directed by Peter Sasdy.
How long is Hands of the Ripper?
Hands of the Ripper has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).
When was Hands of the Ripper released?
Hands of the Ripper was released on October 17, 1971 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Hands of the Ripper?
The main cast of Hands of the Ripper includes Eric Porter, Angharad Rees, Jane Merrow, Keith Bell, Derek Godfrey.