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‘The Day Of The Jackal’ Pilot To Air On NBC

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NBC gives viewers a sneak peek of its new Peacock thriller series 'The Day of the Jackal' in a strategic bid to drive subscriptions.
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  • The pilot episode of the series, based on the classic 1971 film, will air on NBC before its Peacock debut as a way to lure new streamers.
  • Industry insiders are keeping a close eye on whether this cross-platform promotion strategy pays off in increased Peacock sign-ups, a crucial metric for the network.
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NBC, Peacock, The Day of the Jackal
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