Jack the Ripper (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1976, Jack the Ripper is a thriller and drama film directed by Jesús Franco, running about 92 minutes. “Close your eyes and whisper his name...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A serial killer whose mother was a prostitute starts killing streetwalkers as a way of paying back his mother for her abuse.
Who’s in it. Jack the Ripper stars Klaus Kinski as Dr. Dennis Orloff / Jack the Ripper, Josephine Chaplin as Cynthia, Andreas Mannkopff as Inspektor Selby and Herbert Fux as Charlie, the Fisherman, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Jack the Ripper has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on History Vault and Artiflix and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Jack the Ripper page.
If you liked it. Fans of Jack the Ripper tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Jack the Ripper (1976)?
- In US, Jack the Ripper is available to stream on History Vault and Artiflix, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Jack the Ripper worth watching?
- Jack the Ripper holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Jack the Ripper?
- Jack the Ripper stars Klaus Kinski, Josephine Chaplin, Andreas Mannkopff, Herbert Fux and Lina Romay.
- When was Jack the Ripper released?
- Jack the Ripper was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.