BBC’s forgotten crime drama about Britain’s notorious serial killer is now on Netflix

Hey there fellow gamers! Guess what? The gripping crime-drama Ripper Street, set amidst the dark and gritty days of Britain’s most infamous serial killer, has made a comeback and is now streaming on Netflix. Can’t wait to dive into this thrilling mystery!

From 2012 to 2016, over five seasons, the BBC show unfolded. It started in 1889, a time when the murder spree of Jack the Ripper had left Whitechapel and London reeling with shock.

Following the discovery of additional corpses on the city’s streets, Detective Inspector Edmund Reid (Matthew MacFadyen) assumes responsibility for the case. He enlists the assistance of DS Bennet Drake (Jerome Flynn) and ex-Pinkerton operative Homer Jackson (Adam Rothenberg), with their joint goal being to purge the streets of criminal activity.

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Featuring Charlene McKenna and MyAnna Buring in the cast, the crime series Ripper Street was a popular choice during its 37-episode span, and now you have another chance to watch or rewatch the entire drama – as all five seasons are now available on Netflix.

The crime-drama received positive reviews from critics, with the lowest rating of 86% going to its second season on Rotten Tomatoes. Remarkably, its first season earned an impressive 90% approval from 20 reviews, while each of the last three seasons scored a perfect 100%.

Dark, mysterious, and visually captivating, ‘Ripper Street’ is an intense, engaging thriller series boasting intricately developed characters and enthralling storylines filled with intrigue,” suggests the site’s collective critical review for the inaugural season, which encompassed eight episodes.

According to Den of Geek’s review for the fifth season, “Ripper Street” has been progressively improving as a consistently strong show throughout its broadcast, and if this trend continues, it is expected to conclude with us on a significant high note.

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The Arts Desk found it equally compelling, stating: “The premise might seem silly on paper, but Ripper Street holds up thanks to its robust character development and authentic acting,” while The Daily Telegraph commented that the series would be sorely missed.

On Rotten Tomatoes, Ripper Street was highly appreciated by viewers, boasting an impressive average rating of 91% across its five seasons. Now streaming on Netflix, immerse yourself in the gripping, entertaining world of the Victorian era, filled with a touch of grimness!

Ripper Street is streaming on Netflix.

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2025-04-04 09:49

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