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The Day of the Jackal Director Breaks Down Killing Off Bianca

Variety
Story by K.J. Yossman
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A surprise character death shakes up the hit Peacock reboot of the classic thriller 'The Day of the Jackal'.
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  • Series director Michael Caton-Jones reveals the shocking decision to kill off fan-favorite character Bianca, played by Lashana Lynch, in the season finale
  • Caton-Jones explains the bold move was necessary to raise the stakes and set up a wild cliffhanger for season two, which is already in the works
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Eddie Redmayne, Lashana Lynch, Michael Caton-Jones, Peacock, NOW, The Day of the Jackal
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