Jack the Ripper Romance Films Collection

Description: Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson investigate the Ripper murders, with Holmes developing a romantic interest in one of the victims.

Fact: This film was one of the first to pair Holmes with the Ripper case, setting a trend for future adaptations.

Description: Another Sherlock Holmes adventure where he and Watson delve into the Ripper case, with Holmes showing a protective, almost romantic, concern for the women of Whitechapel.

Fact: Christopher Plummer, who played Holmes, was nominated for a Saturn Award for his performance.

Description: H.G. Wells pursues Jack the Ripper through time to modern-day San Francisco, where he falls in love, blending romance with time-travel and historical intrigue.

Fact: The film was based on a novel by Karl Alexander, which was inspired by the real-life friendship between Wells and a doctor who was a suspect in the Ripper case.

Description: This film explores the investigation of the Jack the Ripper murders through the eyes of Inspector Frederick Abberline, who falls for a potential victim, Mary Kelly. The romantic subplot adds depth to the grim tale.

Fact: Johnny Depp's character, Abberline, is depicted as an opium addict, a creative liberty taken for the film's narrative.

Description: While not directly about Jack the Ripper, this film explores a similar Victorian-era serial killer, with a romantic subplot between a detective and a music hall star.

Fact: The film features Bill Nighy as the detective, adding depth to the character with his performance.

Description: This TV mini-series features a love story between a police inspector and a journalist, set against the backdrop of the Ripper's murders.

Fact: The series was filmed in London, providing an authentic backdrop to the story.

Description: A modern-day detective series where the lead detective has a romantic interest in a colleague, set against the backdrop of a Ripper-like killer in contemporary London.

Fact: The series was critically acclaimed for its blend of historical and modern elements.

Description: This film focuses on the investigation of the Ripper murders with a romantic subplot involving a detective and a woman who might be in danger.

Fact: The film was released in the UK under the title "Jack the Ripper."

Description: A remake of the 1927 silent film, this version tells the story of a mysterious lodger who might be Jack the Ripper, with a romantic tension between him and the landlady's daughter.

Fact: This film was directed by John Brahm, known for his work in horror and noir genres.

Description: A modern-day take on the Ripper story where a detective falls for a woman who might be connected to the killer, creating a romantic tension amidst the investigation.

Fact: The film was shot in London, enhancing its historical authenticity.