Jack The Ripper (jesгєs Franco, 1976) Apr 2026

The film reimagines the Ripper as , a respected surgeon by day who murders and mutilates streetwalkers by night.

A West German-Swiss co-production filmed primarily in Zurich, Switzerland, though set in 19th-century London. Key Themes & Narrative Structure Jack the Ripper (JesГєs Franco, 1976)

Jesús Franco’s 1976 adaptation of the mythos stands as one of the more grimy, nihilistic entries in the director’s vast filmography. Rather than a historical whodunit, the film—alternatively titled Der Dirnenmörder von London —is a psychological exploitation horror that prioritizes sleaze and gothic atmosphere over factual accuracy. Film Overview Director: Jesús "Jess" Franco The film reimagines the Ripper as , a