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Eddie Redmayne Will Reprise ‘The Day of the Jackal’ Starring Role in Season 2

The Hollywood Reporter
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Oscar winner Eddie Redmayne confirms he'll reprise his role as the iconic assassin in season 2 of the hit thriller 'The Day of the Jackal'.
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  • The first season of 'The Day of the Jackal' on Peacock and Sky was a massive hit, reaching over 4.5 million UK viewers and ranking among the top 5 original streaming shows in the US on its opening weekend.
  • Redmayne was initially hesitant to join the series, worried about 'butchering' the beloved 1971 novel, but the compelling scripts and intriguing second season potential sealed the deal.
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Eddie Redmayne, Lashana Lynch, Peacock, Sky, The Day of the Jackal
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