The Lodger (play)

"The Lodger" is a play by Marie Belloc Lowndes based on the real-life mystery of Jack the Ripper. It explores the tense relationship between a family living in Victorian London and their new lodger, who is secretly the infamous killer. The story delves into themes of suspicion, morality, and fear, as the family begins to question the lodger’s innocence. The play uses atmosphere and psychological tension to keep the audience guessing about his true identity, highlighting the suspense and societal anxieties of the era. It’s a gripping psychological drama rooted in mystery and moral ambiguity.