Peacock's 'The Day of the Jackal' Earns Acclaim and Secures Season 2
Eddie Redmayne's portrayal of the titular assassin drives the reimagined series to critical and commercial success, with its first episode set to air on NBC later this month.
- The modern adaptation of Frederick Forsyth's classic novel has been renewed for a second season following its well-received debut on Peacock and Sky.
- Eddie Redmayne and the series have garnered Golden Globe and Critics’ Choice nominations, with the show becoming Peacock's top-ranked new drama and Sky's most successful series launch.
- The 10-episode first season concluded with major deviations from the original film and book, leaving significant plot threads open for exploration in Season 2.
- NBC will air the series' first episode on December 30 to attract a wider audience, with all episodes currently available for streaming on Peacock.
- Producers and cast have hinted at potential storylines for Season 2, including the Jackal’s search for his family and unresolved conflicts from Season 1.
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