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Ripper Street

2012·Show
36Episodes in5Seasons·TV-MA
82
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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense and violent

  • Tension8
  • Violence7
  • Adrenaline6

Heart

Moving

  • Pathos7
  • Melancholy6
  • Catharsis5

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Dark Humor4
  • Satire & Parody3

World

Crime, history, and mystery

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances, direction, and dialogue

  • Acting9
  • Direction8
  • Dialogue Quality8

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

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About

The law for the lawless.

A drama set in the East End of London in 1889, during the aftermath of the "Ripper" murders. The action centres around the notorious H Division – the police precinct from hell – which is charged with keeping order in the chaotic streets of Whitechapel. Ripper Street explores the lives of characters trying to recover from the Ripper's legacy, from crimes that have not only irretrievably altered their lives, but the very fabric of their city. At the drama's heart our detectives try to bring a little light into the dark world they inhabit.
Victorian Crime ProceduralGritty Historical DramaAtmospheric MysteryComplex Character StudySocial RealismDarker Than Sherlock HolmesPeriod Piece AuthenticityPsychological Thriller ElementsWhitechapel Setting

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Ripper Street

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Where can I stream Ripper Street legally?

Ripper Street is included with a subscription to fuboTV, Peacock, BritBox, and Peacock Premium+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla and Fawesome. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Ripper Street worth watching?

82
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 82/100 (IMDb 8.1, Rotten Tomatoes 94%, and Metacritic 72). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Ripper Street rated?

TV-MAViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagerySexual content

It's rated TV-MA in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, disturbing imagery, and sexual content.

How many seasons does Ripper Street have?

5 seasons

It has 5 seasons with 36 episodes of about 60 minutes each.

Do critics and audiences agree on Ripper Street?

Critics83
Audiences84

Yes. Critics average 83 and audiences 84 out of 100, so both groups see Ripper Street much the same way.

When did Ripper Street air?

It ran from 2012 to 2016 and has ended.

What language is Ripper Street in?

EnglishChinese

It was made in English, with some Chinese. Produced in Ireland, United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Ripper Street?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Ripper Street in 22 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Ripper Street use?

The Fellowship Has EndedBottle EpisodeA Day in the LimelightTeam Power WalkKnight Templar Big BrotherI Need a Freaking DrinkShowdown at High NoonDeterminatorYour Approval Fills Me with ShameWham LineGood Cop/Bad CopHooker with a Heart of Goldand 99 more

TV Tropes lists 111 storytelling tropes for Ripper Street, including The Fellowship Has Ended, Bottle Episode, A Day in the Limelight.