Common Sense Media Review
By Polly Conway
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Classic, intense thriller has great characters; violence.
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The Day of the Jackal
What's the Story?
When an assasin known as the Jackal (Eddie Redmayne) kills Manfred Fest, a controversial German government official, M16 gun specialist Bianca Pullman (Lashana Lynch) believes she has the expertise and connections to track him down. Meanwhile, the Jackal is hiding out, pretending to lead a perfect life with his beautiful wife in a luxurious Spanish mansion. But he hasn't gotten paid for his last kill, and is getting the runaround from his next potential job. After a tragic coincidence stalls Pullman's search, it looks like the Jackal may slip through the cracks once again.
Is It Any Good?
This sleek, chic thriller is a gripping retelling of Frederick Forsyth's classic cat-and-mouse tale. Lynch and Redmayne, though they share no screen time, play against each other beautifully in The Day of the Jackal—both characters have families they love, and both are highly motivated to succeed in their separate goals. It's a tense mystery, and even though it's a little by-the-books, this series is perfect for those looking for a classic thriller with a modern edge.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about thrillers as a genre. How do they make us feel? Why do you think this particular story has been retold?
What do you think about the actions of the Jackal? Are they moral in any way? How do you think he reconciles with his choices?
TV Details
- Premiere date : November 14, 2024
- Cast : Eddie Redmayne , Lashana Lynch
- Genre : Action
- TV rating :
- Award : Golden Globe - Golden Globe Award Nominee
- Last updated : January 14, 2025
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