The Day of the Jackal Series Release Date, Trailer, Cast, Plot, First Look & Everything You Need to Know
The Day of the Jackal, a French thriller novel by Frederick Forsyth, is being adapted into a television series, and fans are eagerly waiting for its release. Here’s everything you need to know:
Release Date:
The Day of the Jackal series is expected to premiere on Starz in the US, with a reported release date in late 2022 or early 2023. As of now, there’s no official release date, but we’ll keep you updated as more information becomes available.
Trailer:
The first trailer for The Day of the Jackal series was released in October 2021, giving us a glimpse into the gripping storyline. Check it out:
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Cast:
The series boasts an impressive cast, featuring:
- Michael C. Hall as Dreyfus
- Lars Mikkelsen as The Jackal
- Jodie Comer as Becky
- Dan Stevens as Sir Edward
- Paloma Faith as Dominique
- Jon Bernthal as Slanski
- Stellan Skarsgård as Gerteis
- Judi Dench as Clara
Plot:
The Day of the Jackal is a political thriller that follows the story of The Jackal, a paid assassin, and Dreyfus, a French terrorist group, as they engage in a deadly game of cat and mouse. As the stakes rise, the two become oblivious to the true implications of their actions, racing towards an inevitable, and devastating, conclusion.
First Look:
Get a glimpse of the series’ atmosphere and action with this first-look image, courtesy of Entertainment Weekly:
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About The Day of the Jackal Novel:
Frederick Forsyth’s 1971 novel of the same name follows a French terrorist group, the OAS, who hire an unknown assassin known only as "The Jackal" to kill the President of France, Charles de Gaulle. The novel was a global bestseller and has since been adapted into a film starring Edward Fox and Donald Sutherland.
Production:
The Day of the Jackal series is produced by producer Damien Thomas, who has previously worked on projects like The Crown and Humans, with writer Liam McStay adapting the novel for television.
Stay tuned for more updates on The Day of the Jackal series, including casting news, trailer releases, and release date confirmations. In the meantime, get ready to be on the edge of your seats as this gripping thriller unfolds on the small screen!