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.
Showing Season 4 of 6
Season 4
2016
In 1897, Reid has given up his detective work and lives in Hampton-on-Sea with Matilda. When his old friend Isaac is accused of murder, he is drawn back to Whitechapel to investigate. Meanwhile Drake is now head inspector of Whitechapel and still employs Jackson who has given up his drinking and gambling in order to save money to free Susan from prison.
01. The Strangers' Home
2016-01-15
Reid must return to Whitechapel to covertly re-investigate a case made by Drake and Jackson.
02. Some Conscience Lost
2016-01-22
Reid struggles to adapt on his first day back at H Division under Drake’s command.
03. A White World Made Red
2016-01-29
Jackson feels the heat when a double murder throws light upon his recent illicit activities.
04. Men of Iron, Men of Smoke
2016-02-05
When a footballer is brutally murdered, a key suspect is a man close to Drake's heart.
05. No Wolves in Whitechapel
2016-02-12
Drake's life unravels as he questions whether he sent an innocent man to the gallows.
06. Edmund Reid Did This
2016-02-19
The walls close in on Reid as a secret from his past threatens to destroy his future in Whitechapel.
