The Day of the Jackal
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.
First Air Year
2024
Seasons
1
Audience Score
8.2
Genres
Drama, Action & Adventure, Mystery
Series Snapshot
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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The Day of the Jackal is a mind-bending pick with high complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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