What if H.G. Wells really invented a time machine?
Time After Time (1979)
In Victorian London, author H. G. Wells unveils his latest invention—a working time machine. But when his friend is revealed to be none other than the infamous serial killer Jack the Ripper, the murderer uses the machine to escape to 1979 San Francisco. Determined to stop him, Wells follows, finding himself navigating a bewildering modern world while racing to prevent a new wave of killings.
Starring Malcolm McDowell as H.G. Wells and David Warner as Jack the Ripper, Time After Time is a clever blend of science fiction, suspense, romance, and historical fantasy. Filled with wit, charm, and thrilling cat-and-mouse action, it has become one of the most beloved cult sci-fi films of the late 1970s. A very underrated movie.
Why Fans Love It:
A brilliant "what if?" premise involving H.G. Wells and Jack the Ripper.
Outstanding performances from Malcolm McDowell and David Warner.
A perfect mix of science fiction, thriller, and romance.
Clever fish-out-of-water humor as Wells encounters the modern world.
One of the smartest and most entertaining time-travel films ever made.