Whitechapel
Created by Caroline Ip, Ben Court
On ITV1
A dark, procedural crime drama centered on Jack the Ripper copycat murders in Victorian London, balancing historical obsession with contemporary investigation.
Detective Inspector Chandler investigates copycat killers in London's East End.
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Is Whitechapel scary? Yes, very. More frightening than 97% of series.
Is Whitechapel violent? Yes, very. More violent than 92% of series.
Does Whitechapel leave you hopeful? Barely. Less hopeful than 88% of series.
Is Whitechapel easy watching? Barely. Less comforting than 75% of series.
Is Whitechapel sad? Somewhat. More sad than 66% of series.
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How much this series gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.
Familiar shape, done well.
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How much more it delivers than it promises
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Like Whitechapel
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Whitechapel
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Whitechapel, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Whitechapel, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Whitechapel, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
