The Day of the Jackal (2024)

Synopsis

An unrivalled and highly elusive lone assassin, the Jackal, makes his living carrying out hits for the highest fee. But following his latest kill, he meets his match in a tenacious British intelligence officer who starts to track down the Jackal in a thrilling cat-and-mouse chase across Europe, leaving destruction in its wake.

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Where to watch

Stream

• Peacock Premium
• Peacock Premium Plus

Buy

• Amazon Video
• Apple TV Store
• Google Play Movies
• Fandango At Home

Streaming availability via JustWatch

Cast

• Eddie Redmayne as The Jackal
• Lashana Lynch as Bianca Pullman
• Eleanor Matsuura as Zina Jansone
• Chukwudi Iwuji as Osita Halcrow
• Úrsula Corberó as Nuria
• Adoney Díaz Barajas as Carlitos
• David Gojković as Bodyguard
• Ben Hall as Damian Richardson
• Jon Arias as Álvaro
• Lia Williams as Isabel Kirby

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BingeNext's take

If you love intense drama mixed with action and mystery, The Day of the Jackal is a gripping TV series to dive into. It follows a lone assassin known as the Jackal, who takes on high-stakes hits for top dollar, but things heat up when a determined British intelligence officer starts tracking him across Europe. The show feels like a thrilling cat-and-mouse chase that keeps you on the edge of your seat, with plenty of suspense and destruction along the way. With Eddie Redmayne and Lashana Lynch leading a strong cast, it’s perfect for fans of shows like 24 or The Night Agent who enjoy smart, fast-paced storytelling. The series has just one season with ten episodes, making it a great choice for a binge when you want something exciting that pulls you into a world of espionage and danger.