He doesn’t murder for love, honor, or political favor.

He kills because he is paid to and has no qualms removing any obstacles from his path.

It isnt just a defense of his choices, but a revealing glimpse into his psyche.

Eddie Redmayne stars as the Jackal in Peacock’s The Day of the Jackal

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The fact that the hitman breaks this poor persons neck without a moments hesitation is almost disturbing.

Their hearts may be dark, but, man, do we love them!

Overall, this cold-bloodedness is The Jackal becoming complete.

eddie redmayne wears a baseball hat and a long jacket while wheeling his suitcase down the hall

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It should be a test for the audience.

How far can this man go before we stop wanting him to succeed?

With this episode,The Day of the Jackalsuccessfully pushed the audience multiple steps further.

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The Day of the Jackal

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