Jack the Ripper
"Close your eyes and whisper his name..."
Originally released in 1976. Jack the Ripper is a drama/thriller film. directed by Jesús Franco.
Starring Klaus Kinski, Josephine Chaplin, and Andreas Mannkopff
Synopsis
A serial killer whose mother was a prostitute starts killing streetwalkers as a way of paying back his mother for her abuse.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 23, 1976
49 years ago
Runtime
1h 32m
92 minutes total
User Rating
5.8/10
Mixed (52 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
Germany
+ 1 more
Director
Top Cast
Klaus Kinski
as Dr. Dennis Orloff / Jack the Ripper
Josephine Chaplin
as Cynthia
Andreas Mannkopff
as Inspektor Selby
Herbert Fux
as Charlie, the Fisherman
Lina Romay
as Marika Stevenson
Nikola Weisse
as Frieda
Hans Gaugler
as Mr. Bridger
Ursula von Wiese
as Ms. Higgins
Francine Custer
as Sally Brown
Olga Gebhard
as Mrs. Baxter
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Cinemec
- Elite Film
- Ascot Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jack the Ripper about?
A serial killer whose mother was a prostitute starts killing streetwalkers as a way of paying back his mother for her abuse.
Who directed Jack the Ripper?
Jack the Ripper was directed by Jesús Franco.
How long is Jack the Ripper?
Jack the Ripper has a runtime of 1 hours and 32 minutes (92 minutes total).
When was Jack the Ripper released?
Jack the Ripper was released on September 23, 1976 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Jack the Ripper?
The main cast of Jack the Ripper includes Klaus Kinski, Josephine Chaplin, Andreas Mannkopff, Herbert Fux, Lina Romay.