The Ripper (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1985, The Ripper is a horror film directed by Christopher Lewis, running about 102 minutes.
What it’s about. An old antique ring turns a college professor into a homicidal maniac when he puts it on. The ring originaly belonged to Jack the Ripper, and the Ripper's spirit possesses whoever wears it.
Who’s in it. The Ripper stars Tom Schreier as Richard Harwell, Andrea Adams as Cindy, Mona Van Pernis as Carol and Wade Tower as Steve, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, The Ripper has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on YouTube TV and Night Flight Plus. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Ripper page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Ripper tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Ripper (1985)?
- In US, The Ripper is available to stream on YouTube TV and Night Flight Plus. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Ripper worth watching?
- The Ripper holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Ripper?
- The Ripper stars Tom Schreier, Andrea Adams, Mona Van Pernis, Wade Tower and Tom Savini.
- When was The Ripper released?
- The Ripper was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.