Oscar winner Eddie Redmayne has formally signed on for the main function in Peacock and Sky’s upcoming collection adaptation of The Day of the Jackal, primarily based on Frederick Forsyth’s seminal thriller novel of the similar title. This marks Redmayne’s first main scripted TV mission after greater than a decade since showing in the restricted dramas Birdsong and The Pillars of the Earth.
“We are excited to bring to life Ronan Bennett’s re-imagining of Forsyth’s revered thriller in the complex world in which we live today and are incredibly fortunate to have an actor of Eddie’s caliber as our Jackal,” government producer Gareth Neame mentioned in an announcement. “Paired with Ronan’s screenplay and Brian Kirk’s direction, this is a first-class creative team.”
The Day of the Jackal might be written by Ronan Bennett (Top Boy), who may even function a showruner, with Game of Thrones‘ Brian Kirk connected to direct. In addition to starring, The Danish Girl actor has additionally boarded the mission as an government producer. Production is anticipated to start someday this 12 months.
“The series is a bold, modern reimagining of the beloved and respected novel and film,” reads the logline. “While staying true to the DNA of the original story, this contemporary drama will delve deeper into the chameleon-like ‘anti-hero’ at the heart of the story in a high octane, cinematic, globetrotting ‘cat and mouse’ thriller, set amidst the turbulent geo-political landscape of our time.”
The Day of the Jackal might be government produced by Gareth Neame, Nigel Marchant, and Sam Hoyle. It is produced by Carnival Films and Sky Studios, with Forsyth set as a consulting producer and Christopher Hall to produce.
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