The Day of the Jackal
“Nameless, faceless... relentlessly moving towards the date with death that would rock the world.”
An international assassin known as ‘The Jackal’ is employed by disgruntled French generals to kill President Charles de Gaulle, with a dedicated gendarme on the assassin’s trail.
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Where is The Day of the Jackal streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| India | JioHotstar | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| United Kingdom | Now TV Cinema | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Australia | BINGE, Foxtel Now | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, maxdome Store |
| France | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD |
| Spain | Filmin | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Amazon Video |
| Brazil | Looke, Looke Amazon Channel, NetMovies | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Japan | — | FOD |
About The Day of the Jackal
The Day of the Jackal is a 1973 English-language action and thriller film directed by Fred Zinnemann. The cast is led by Edward Fox, Terence Alexander, Michel Auclair. It has a runtime of 2h 23m. Viewers rate it 7.5/10 across 700 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
The Day of the Jackal was produced by Universal Productions France, Warwick Film Productions, and John Woolf Productions and made in France and United Kingdom. It was released on May 16, 1973, and carries a PG certification. At the box office it grossed around $16 million worldwide.
- Director
- Fred Zinnemann
- Writers
- Kenneth Ross
- Release date
- May 16, 1973
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG
- Status
- Released
- Country
- France, United Kingdom
- Box office
- $16 million
- Production
- Universal Productions France, Warwick Film Productions, John Woolf Productions
The Day of the Jackal cast & crew
The Day of the Jackal was directed by Fred Zinnemann and written by Kenneth Ross.
The cast features Edward Fox as The Jackal, Terence Alexander as Lloyd, Michel Auclair as Colonel Rolland, Alan Badel as the Minister, Tony Britton as Inspector Thomas, and Denis Carey as Casson.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Georges Delerue, cinematography is by Jean Tournier, and it was produced by John Woolf.
Is The Day of the Jackal worth watching?
The Day of the Jackal holds an audience score of 7.5/10 from 679 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed action films.
At 2h 23m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy action and thriller, The Day of the Jackal is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch The Day of the Jackal
The Day of the Jackal isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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Cast of The Day of the Jackal
Edward Fox
The Jackal
Terence Alexander
Lloyd
Michel Auclair
Colonel Rolland
Alan Badel
the Minister
Tony Britton
Inspector Thomas
Denis Carey
Casson
Cyril Cusack
Gunsmith
Maurice Denham
General Colbert
Michael Lonsdale
Deputy Commissioner Claude Lebel
Vernon Dobtcheff
Interrogator
Jacques François
Pascal
Olga Georges-Picot
Denise
The Day of the Jackal — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Day of the Jackal in United States?
The Day of the Jackal is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies and YouTube.
▸What language is The Day of the Jackal in?
The Day of the Jackal is originally in English, with audio tracks including French, Italian, English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The Day of the Jackal?
The Day of the Jackal runs 2 hours 23 minutes (143 minutes).
▸What is The Day of the Jackal rated?
The Day of the Jackal is rated PG. It holds a 7.5/10 audience score from 679 ratings.
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