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Day of the Jackal Taps David Harrower as Season 2 Lead Writer as Ronan Bennett Steps Back

Season 2 will tap unused elements from Frederick Forsyth’s novel, according to Carnival Films.

Overview

  • Creator Ronan Bennett is stepping back from writing due to other commitments but will remain an executive producer.
  • Playwright David Harrower, creator of Lockerbie: A Search for Truth, has been appointed lead writer.
  • Carnival says production on the second season is slated to begin in the coming months.
  • Season 1 was a breakout hit, becoming Sky’s biggest Original with 3 million U.K. viewers in its first week and Peacock’s most-watched new original drama after 75 days, according to NBCUniversal.
  • No premiere date has been announced for the new season.