Doctor Plague

John Verney is a weary detective investigating a series of violent crimes within London's criminal underworld. While his superiors believe the killings are the result of gang warfare, Verney suspects the work of an ancient cult of plague doctors. His pursuit of the truth leads him into a conspiracy involving a secret society with ties to the 1888 Jack the Ripper murders, a discovery that puts both him and his family at risk.

This crime horror thriller was directed by Ben Fortune and written by Robert Dunn. Produced by Shogun Films and Empire Studios (II), the film features a cast led by Martin Kemp in the role of John Verney, alongside Charlie Bentley, Johnny Palmiero, Andy Gatenby, Abi Liz-King, and Tara Sumner. A total of 20 actors are credited in the production. The movie has a runtime of 82 minutes and was released on January 12, 2026, in the United Kingdom.