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The Best Episodes of The Day of the Jackal

Every episode of The Day of the Jackal ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of The Day of the Jackal!

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An unrivalled and highly elusive lone assassin, the Jackal, makes his living carrying out hits for the highest fee. But following his latest kill, he meets his match in a tenacious British intelligence officer who

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    The Day of the Jackal Season 1 Episode 9 - Episode 9
    8.7/10(5026 votes)

    #1 - Episode 9

    S1:E9

    With the release of River imminent, UDC believes himself safe. As time runs out, the Jackal must use all his skills to reach his target.

    Director:Anu Menon
    Writer:Ronan Bennett

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  2. The Day of the Jackal Season 1 Episode 10 - Episode 10
    8.5/10(5545 votes)

    #2 - Episode 10

    S1:E10

    A wanted man, the Jackal is on the run, desperate to get back to Nuria, but Bianca is given one last shot to bring him to justice.

    Director:Anu Menon
    Writer:Ronan Bennett

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  3. The Day of the Jackal Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    8.2/10(5430 votes)

    #3 - Episode 1

    S1:E1

    When an elite assassin carries out a kill, it catches the attention of an intelligence officer, who starts to hunt him down.

    Director:Brian Kirk
    Writer:Ronan Bennett

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  4. The Day of the Jackal Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    8.2/10(4284 votes)

    #4 - Episode 3

    S1:E3

    Armed with the knowledge of his wayward client's identity, the Jackal tracks him down in Munich, determined to settle the score.

    Director:Brian Kirk
    Writer:Ronan Bennett

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  5. The Day of the Jackal Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    8.2/10(4127 votes)

    #5 - Episode 5

    S1:E5

    The Jackal visits Norman with a special commission... but with Bianca also tracking Norman down, she is starting to close in on him.

    Director:Anthony Philipson
    Writer:Jessica Sinyard

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  6. The Day of the Jackal Season 1 Episode 8 - Episode 8
    8.1/10(3894 votes)

    #6 - Episode 8

    S1:E8

    Bianca gains insight into a secret file. She learns the true identity of the Jackal and how he became a contract killer.

    Director:Paul Wilmshurst
    Writer:Ronan Bennett

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  7. The Day of the Jackal Season 1 Episode 7 - Episode 7
    7.9/10(3919 votes)

    #7 - Episode 7

    S1:E7

    The Jackal and Bianca head to Tallinn before UDC's announcement. The Jackal must use all his wiles as he prepares to take his shot.

    Director:Paul Wilmshurst
    Writer:Shyam Popat

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  8. The Day of the Jackal Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    7.8/10(4011 votes)

    #8 - Episode 4

    S1:E4

    His vengeance fulfilled, the Jackal flees Munich and tries to quell Nuria's suspicions. Bianca follows a new lead in her hunt.

    Director:Anthony Philipson
    Writer:Ronan Bennett

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  9. The Day of the Jackal Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    7.7/10(4414 votes)

    #9 - Episode 2

    S1:E2

    With his client backing out of payment, the Jackal's reputation is on the line, and he starts to plot his revenge.

    Director:Brian Kirk
    Writer:Ronan Bennett

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  10. The Day of the Jackal Season 1 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    7.4/10(4093 votes)

    #10 - Episode 6

    S1:E6

    Following his shootout with Bianca, the Jackal must escape his captors and regroup ahead of his next hit, as Bianca follows his trail.

    Director:Paul Wilmshurst
    Writer:Charles Cumming

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Best Episodes Summary

"Episode 9" is the best rated episode of "The Day of the Jackal". It scored 8.7/10 based on 5026 votes. Directed by Anu Menon and written by Ronan Bennett, it aired on 12/5/2024. This episode scored 0.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "Episode 10".