The Day of the Jackal
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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The Day of the Jackal (1973) Trailer HD | Edward Fox | Terence Alexander
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Frequently asked questions about The Day of the Jackal
Where can I watch The Day of the Jackal in the United States?
The Day of the Jackal is not on a subscription streaming service in the United States at the moment, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
What are the ratings for The Day of the Jackal?
The Day of the Jackal scores 7.5 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Day of the Jackal?
The Day of the Jackal stars Edward Fox, Terence Alexander, Michel Auclair, Alan Badel, and Tony Britton. Fred Zinnemann is the director.
How long is The Day of the Jackal?
The Day of the Jackal runs 2h 23m (143 minutes).
When did The Day of the Jackal come out?
The Day of the Jackal was released on May 16, 1973.
Which studio made The Day of the Jackal?
The Day of the Jackal was produced by Universal Productions France, Warwick Film Productions, and John Woolf Productions in France and the United Kingdom.
How much did The Day of the Jackal make at the box office?
The Day of the Jackal grossed $16,056,255 worldwide.
What languages is The Day of the Jackal in?
The Day of the Jackal is in French, Italian, and English, and its original language is English.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.