Slasher: Ripper
Slasher: Ripper

Slasher: Ripper

2023TV ShowReturning Series1 SeasonEnglish

There's a killer stalking the mean streets, but instead of targeting the poor and downtrodden like Jack the Ripper, The Widow is meting out justice against the rich and powerful.

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IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes60%
Director: Adam MacDonaldGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller, Slasher

Plot Summary

In the late 19th century, Detective Thomas follow a brutal serial killer known as 'The Seamstress' through the underbelly of Toronto. The killer's gruesome murders are meticulously crafted, mirroring the city's social and economic divides. As the body count rises, Thomas must confront his own demons and a conspiracy that reaches the highest levels of society to unmask the killer before they claim another victim.

Critical Reception

Slasher: Ripper received mixed to positive reviews. Critics praised its atmospheric setting and the performances of its cast, particularly Eric McCormack. However, some found the plot convoluted and the violence excessive, even for a slasher series. Audiences were generally more receptive, appreciating the historical setting and the return to the franchise's gory roots.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its ambitious historical setting and strong lead performance.
  • Criticized by some for excessive gore and a convoluted plot.
  • Appreciated for its faithful return to the slasher genre's core elements.

Google audience: Audience reception for Slasher: Ripper is generally positive, with viewers enjoying the period setting and the suspenseful narrative. Many commented on the series' commitment to its gruesome premise and the compelling performances.

Fun Fact

The series' creators meticulously researched late 19th-century Toronto to accurately portray the city's architecture, social dynamics, and the grim atmosphere of the era.

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