UK,
1988, 96+94 min
Directed by:
David WickesCinematography:
Alan HumeComposer:
John CameronCast:
Michael Caine, Armand Assante, Ray McAnally, Lewis Collins, Susan George, Jane Seymour, Harry Andrews, Lysette Anthony, Roger Ashton-Griffiths, Desmond Askew (more)Plots(1)
During the latter half of 1888 a notorious serial killer nicknamed Jack The Ripper terrorises the East End of London by murdering prostitutes in a terribly violent way. Public outrage follows. Inspector Frederick Abberline is assigned to the case but finds that it is not just a simple murder enquiry. (official distributor synopsis)
Awards
- Winner
- Nominations
Golden Globes
- 1989 - Michael Caine (Best Actor in a Miniseries or Motion Picture – Television)
- 1989 - Best Miniseries or Motion Picture – Television
- 1989 - Armand Assante (Best Supporting Actor – Miniseries or Motion Picture Made for Television)