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Forsyth was working as a freelance journalist covering the Biafran war
Tale
The Jackal is an invisible assassin who makes his living by making high-priced hits. He soon meets his match in a tough British intelligence officer who tracks him down on a thrilling cat-and-mouse chase across Europe. Check out our list of renewals and cancellations to see if your favorite show has been cut.
Then I had this crazy, crazy idea to write a novel
When it ended, he returned to Britain unemployed and unsure of what to do next. He said, “I had no chance of a job, no flat, no car and no savings. ‘Everyone said you had to be crazy or crazy because the chances of it even getting published were one in hundreds or thousands.’ The film rights were snapped up within weeks of publication.
Graham Norton Show: Denzel Washington/Paul Mescal/Saoirse Ronan/Eddie Redmayne/Blossoms (2024)
Several big-name Hollywood stars vied to play the role of the Jackal in the 1973 film, but the role went to a then-unknown Edward Fox because director Fred Sinnamon thought he could blend in with a crowd. (Airmail). Day of the Jackal boasts a stellar cast, with Eddie Redmayne giving a chilling performance as the Jackal, while Lashana Lynch falters as the series’ lead.
A missed opportunity for what could have been a masterpiece of modern horror
Her portrayal lacks the gravitas and charm needed to anchor such a high-stakes narrative, and often feels out of sync with the tense plot. However, Eleanor Matsuura and Úrsula Corberó shine in their supporting roles, bringing depth and intrigue to their characters. The cinematography and pacing are commendable, but Lynch’s miscasting of the role hinders the show’s ability to truly captivate.