BBC 1973 Jack the Ripper Series (Barlow & Watt) Coming to DVD

[fanoofez]

You might be interested to know that after 46 years, the six-part BBC series 'Jack the Ripper' featuring an investigation into the case by Z-Cars/Softly Softly stalwarts Charlie Barlow and John Watt is finally due to be released on DVD by Simply Home Entertainment (https://www.simplyhe.com/)

The episodes passed through the BBFC over the past few days, has been given a 12 certificate and is due for release on 21 October 2019.

https://bbfc.co.uk/releases/jack-ripper-complete-mini-series-2019

[Herlock Sholmes]

You might be interested to know that after 46 years, the six-part BBC series 'Jack the Ripper' featuring an investigation into the case by Z-Cars/Softly Softly stalwarts Charlie Barlow and John Watt is finally due to be released on DVD by Simply Home Entertainment (https://www.simplyhe.com/)

The episodes passed through the BBFC over the past few days, has been given a 12 certificate and is due for release on 21 October 2019.

https://bbfc.co.uk/releases/jack-rip...ni-series-2019

Thanks for that Fanoofez

Definitely a must-have for anyone interested in the case.

[Ozzy]

I thought I'd have a look at the website for the price, as well as the possibilty that their other series from 1976, Second Verdict, might be getting a release.

I couldn't even find mention of the Ripper release on simplyhe's website. Maybe my search skills aren't up to scratch.

I've only seen one episode of Second Verdict, the one about Edward IV's sons, the princes in the tower. I'd like to see the rest.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Second_Verdict

[Herlock Sholmes]

I thought I'd have a look at the website for the price, as well as the possibilty that their other series from 1976, Second Verdict, might be getting a release.

I couldn't even find mention of the Ripper release on simplyhe's website. Maybe my search skills aren't up to scratch.

I've only seen one episode of Second Verdict, the one about Edward IV's sons, the princes in the tower. I'd like to see the rest.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Second_Verdict

I can’t see it either Ozzy.

I hadn’t heard of the Second Verdict series. Was it a good one?

[DJA]

Just in time for Xmas!

[fanoofez]

The DVD is now up for pre-order.

https://www.simplyhe.com/products/jack-the-ripper-complete-mini-series-dvd

[barnflatwyngarde]

My dvd has just arrived today.
Really looking forward to watching it.

Has anyone else seen it recently?
Does it stand up well after all these years?

[Hair Bear]

This (truly excellent) 6-part series can now be found on YouTube, here...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iU_tbDY3KdE&t=4615s

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o8kXNyuz0Hs&t=1888s

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6f0OqfUMdM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RrVlw-YFdZg

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QB7GiYJUwEs

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zSBRiKQqMfk

[Herlock Sholmes]

My dvd has just arrived today.
Really looking forward to watching it.

Has anyone else seen it recently?
Does it stand up well after all these years?

My mate ordered me one (and one for himself when it first came out) and I really enjoyed watching it again after a few years gap. I think it was really well done.

With all the crap that they remake it would be good to see a high quality remake of this.

[barnflatwyngarde]

"With all the crap that they remake it would be good to see a high quality remake of this."
(Herlock Sholmes)

I absolutely agree Herlock, a sober analytical remake, incorporating all the new stuff that has been discovered/discussed over the years would be a great project.

[Herlock Sholmes]

"With all the crap that they remake it would be good to see a high quality remake of this."
(Herlock Sholmes)

I absolutely agree Herlock, a sober analytical remake, incorporating all the new stuff that has been discovered/discussed over the years would be a great project.

If not the Ripper File then a real good lengthy documentary investigation would be good. A few episodes long with more focus that the usual one hour ones allow . Last episode 10 writers/researchers get 5 minutes to propound their theories.

Cant see it happening though.

[caz]

The same Barlow and Watt format would be great, brought right up to date, but who would you like to see in the starring roles? Stratford Johns and Frank Windsor [who died last month] made a superb duo.

Love,

Caz
X

[barnflatwyngarde]

Folks, I forgot to mention that although the original tv BBC version was in black and white, the version on sale on Amazon is in colour,and it looks great!

Frank Windsor and Stratford Johns play it absolutely straight.

Highly recommended!

[Herlock Sholmes]

The same Barlow and Watt format would be great, brought right up to date, but who would you like to see in the starring roles? Stratford Johns and Frank Windsor [who died last month] made a superb duo.

Love,

Caz
X

Fish and Trevor

[barnflatwyngarde]

Fish and Trevor

Fight, fight, fight, fight!