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The Day of the Jackal (1973)

"Nameless, faceless... relentlessly moving towards the date with death that would rock the world."

7.519732h 23mEN
ActionThriller

Directed by Fred Zinnemann

Rating

7.5/10

Runtime

2h 23m

Language

EN

Release

May 16, 1973

Director

Fred Zinnemann

Official Trailer

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Overview

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.

Cast

Edward Fox

Edward Fox

The Jackal

Terence Alexander

Terence Alexander

Lloyd

Michel Auclair

Michel Auclair

Colonel Rolland

Alan Badel

Alan Badel

the Minister

Tony Britton

Tony Britton

Inspector Thomas

Denis Carey

Denis Carey

Casson

Cyril Cusack

Cyril Cusack

Gunsmith

Maurice Denham

Maurice Denham

General Colbert

Michael Lonsdale

Michael Lonsdale

Deputy Commissioner Claude Lebel

Vernon Dobtcheff

Vernon Dobtcheff

Interrogator

Jacques François

Jacques François

Pascal

Olga Georges-Picot

Olga Georges-Picot

Denise

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Day of the Jackal (1973), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

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.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Day of the Jackal. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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