


Film · Released
The Day of the Jackal
“Nameless, faceless... relentlessly moving towards the date with death that would rock the world.”
The Day of the Jackal at a glance
The Day of the Jackal is a 1973 action and thriller film, running 2h 23m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: 15 in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video and Sky Store.
Rated 15 in the United Kingdom — intended for adults. Expect the themes and content that rating covers.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 1973-05-16
- Runtime
- 2h 23m
- Genres
- Action, Thriller
- Director
- Fred Zinnemann
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 7.5 / 10 · 728 votes
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Availability
Where to watch in the United Kingdom
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Synopsis
Feature filmAn 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.
Cast
14 names
Edward FoxThe Jackal
Terence AlexanderLloyd
Michel AuclairColonel Rolland
Alan Badelthe Minister
Tony BrittonInspector Thomas
Cyril CusackGunsmith
Maurice DenhamGeneral Colbert
Michael LonsdaleDeputy Commissioner Claude Lebel
Vernon DobtcheffInterrogator
Jacques FrançoisPascal
Olga Georges-PicotDenise
Raymond GérômeFlavigny
Barrie InghamSt. ClairQuestions about The Day of the Jackal
Quick answersWhere can I watch The Day of the Jackal in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, The Day of the Jackal is listed on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store, YouTube, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is The Day of the Jackal suitable for children?
The Day of the Jackal is rated 15 in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
Is The Day of the Jackal on PelisPlus UK?
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What is The Day of the Jackal about?
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.
How long is The Day of the Jackal?
The Day of the Jackal runs for 2h 23m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
Can I watch the The Day of the Jackal trailer?
Yes. Press Watch trailer to play The Day of the Jackal (1973) Trailer HD | Edward Fox | Terence Alexander without leaving this page. The trailer is embedded from YouTube.
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