The Day of the Jackal (1973)
Nameless, faceless... relentlessly moving towards the date with death that would rock the world.
Director: Fred Zinnemann
|Writers: Frederick Forsyth, Kenneth Ross
|Stars: Edward Fox, Terence Alexander, Michel Auclair
Storyline
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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Movie Details
| Original title | The Day of the Jackal |
|---|---|
| Release date | May 16, 1973 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | based on novel or book, police, assassin, paris, france, hitman, fake identity, castle, france, disguise, assassination, traitor, assassination of president |
FAQ
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.
When was The Day of the Jackal released?
The Day of the Jackal was released on May 16, 1973 (status: Released).
Who directed The Day of the Jackal?
Fred Zinnemann directed The Day of the Jackal.
What is the TMDB rating of The Day of the Jackal?
The Day of the Jackal has a TMDB rating of 7.5/10 from 711 votes.