Mon Nov 18 01:20:00 UTC 2024: ## Redmayne Leads All-Star Cast in Peacock’s Thrilling “Day of the Jackal” Series
**London/Los Angeles –** Peacock’s highly anticipated adaptation of Frederick Forsyth’s classic thriller, “The Day of the Jackal,” premiered this week, starring Eddie Redmayne as the titular assassin. The series, directed by Brian Kirk (“Game of Thrones”) and written by Ronan Bennet (“Top Boy”), promises a gripping cat-and-mouse chase across Europe, echoing the suspense of the 1973 film.
Redmayne, who also serves as an executive producer, is joined by a stellar ensemble cast including Lashana Lynch as the tenacious British intelligence officer hot on his trail. Other notable cast members include Úrsula Corberó, Eleanor Matsuura, Charles Dance, Richard Dormer, Chukwudi Iwuji, Lia Williams, Khalid Abdalla, Jon O’Neill, Nick Blood, Sule Rimi, and Florisa Kamara.
The 10-episode series follows the Jackal’s deadly exploits and the relentless pursuit by his determined opponent. Peacock released the first five episodes on November 14th, with new episodes dropping weekly until the double finale on December 12th. The series is available in the UK on Sky, launching on November 7th. Peacock’s official synopsis describes the series as “a thrilling cat-and-mouse chase across Europe, leaving destruction in its wake.” Fans of suspenseful thrillers are encouraged to tune in for what promises to be a captivating and action-packed ride.
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