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‘The Day of the Jackal’ Is the Biggest New Series to Ever Launch on Sky (Exclusive)

The Hollywood Reporter
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Eddie Redmayne and Lashana Lynch star in 'The Day of the Jackal,' the biggest new series to ever launch on Sky, breaking viewership records across the UK.
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  • The first episode of 'The Day of the Jackal' reached a UK audience of 4.5 million, making it Sky's most-watched original series launch ever, surpassing even unscripted shows.
  • On Peacock in the US, 'The Day of the Jackal' ranked among the top 5 original streaming series in its opening weekend, proving its international appeal.
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Eddie Redmayne, Lashana Lynch, Sky, Peacock, HBO, The Day of the Jackal
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