The Day of the Jackal set for second season in spring 2027

The second season of the spy thriller series ‘The Day of the Jackal’ is expected to premiere in spring 2027. Filming has concluded, and the new episodes are currently in post-production.

Eddie Redmayne returns in the lead role of the professional assassin known as the Jackal. The series, a modern reinterpretation of Frederick Forsyth’s 1971 novel, saw significant success in its first season, which premiered in November 2024. Sky reported it as its most successful original title at the time, attracting three million viewers in its first week, while it also reached the top of Peacock’s most-watched list in the United States.

The upcoming season will feature several new cast members, including Matt Bomer, Pablo Schreiber, and Weruche Opia. Returning cast members include Úrsula Corberó, Charles Dance, and Eleanor Matsuura. Specific plot details for the second season remain confidential.