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Ripper Street
The law for the lawless.
2012·5 Seasons·36 Episodes·★ 7.4
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.
LUXEN Decision Guide
Does this fit your time and taste?
A tension-led series where questions, pressure, investigation, or shifting trust can keep the story moving from episode to episode.
Best fit
Who it is for
Best suited to viewers who want an ongoing hook and a reason to keep watching the next episode.
Commitment
Long-form commitment · 5 seasons
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The series
Seasons
Season 1
8 episodes
2012
Season 2
8 episodes
2013
Season 3
8 episodes
2014
Season 4
6 episodes
2016
Season 5
6 episodes
2016
Cast
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