

A Cruel Love: The Ruth Ellis Story
Overview
A 1950s true crime drama about Ruth Ellis, the last woman in Britain to be hanged. This startling story reveals hidden truths about Ruth's murder of her lover, the legal case surrounding it and those who were also complicit.
Seasons (1)
Miniseries
4 Episodes
2025
Series Cast
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