Day of the Jackal Season 2: Release Date and Streaming

Few spy thrillers have sparked as much curiosity as The Day of the Jackal, with whispers of a Netflix removal and eager questions about season 2. This guide cuts through the chatter with the latest confirmed updates on the show’s streaming future.

First aired: 2024 ·
Genre: Spy thriller ·
Based on: The Day of the Jackal novel by Frederick Forsyth ·
Streaming in UK: NOW TV

Key facts about The Day of the Jackal series.

Has season 2 of The Day of the Jackal been released?

No, but it has been officially confirmed. TV Insider (entertainment outlet) reported that NBCUniversal/Peacock announced at its 2026 TV upfronts that The Day of the Jackal season 2 will premiere in 2027. While no specific date has been set, the confirmation ends months of speculation.

Latest updates on season 2

• Season 2 officially greenlit by Sky and Peacock (TV Insider)
• Eddie Redmayne will return as the Jackal (TV Insider)
• Úrsula Corberó, Charles Dance, and Eleanor Matsuura confirmed to return (TV Insider)
• Weruche Opia and Pablo Schreiber added in mystery roles (TV Insider)

The takeaway: The wait is long but the show is coming. For fans who feared cancellation, the 2027 window offers a concrete, if distant, target.

Official announcements from Sky

Sky, the original commissioner, has not issued a standalone press release, but the Peacock upfront announcement covers both platforms. According to Cosmopolitan (lifestyle publisher), executive producer Gareth Neame revealed that the season 1 ending was deliberately altered to keep key characters alive for future storytelling. That change now makes sense with the renewal.

“We made changes to the novel’s original ending so certain characters could remain alive for future storytelling.” – Gareth Neame, executive producer, via Cosmopolitan

Gareth Neame, executive producer, via Cosmopolitan

The implication: The creative team planned for a multi-season arc from the start, making the 2027 renewal less of a surprise and more of a logical step.

Where can I watch The Day of the Jackal?

Streaming rights are split by region. In the UK, season 1 is available exclusively on NOW TV, as Country & Town House (culture magazine) confirms. In the United States, it streams on Peacock. Irish viewers can access NOW TV through Sky’s UK service, though the platform’s availability depends on individual subscriptions.

Streaming on NOW TV in Ireland

• NOW TV is accessible in Ireland as part of Sky’s UK offering (Country & Town House)
• The series is a Sky original, airing on Sky Atlantic (Country & Town House)
• Season 2 will likely follow the same distribution pattern once it premieres in 2027

Availability on Sky Atlantic in the UK

Sky Atlantic is the linear home of the series in the UK. For those without a Sky TV subscription, NOW TV offers a streaming-only option. Both are confirmed by Country & Town House as the exclusive UK destinations.

Is it on Netflix or other platforms?

No. The Day of the Jackal was briefly available on Netflix in some international markets but has since been removed. As of early 2025, TV Insider (industry source) reports that there is no indication Netflix will carry season 2 in Ireland or elsewhere. The show remains a Sky/Peacock exclusive.

What this means: If you’re hoping for a single global Netflix release, you’ll be disappointed. The series is firmly anchored in the Sky/Peacock ecosystem, and any future expansion would require new licensing deals.

Is The Day of the Jackal on Netflix?

The short answer: no, not anymore. The series appeared on Netflix in select regions during late 2024 but was removed as licensing agreements expired. According to TV Insider (industry source), the show is not currently available on Netflix US or in Ireland. The removal stems from Sky’s exclusive hold on the rights in the UK and Ireland.

Netflix status by region

• United States: Never available on Netflix (TV Insider)
• Ireland/UK: Removed after a brief window
• Other international markets: Availability was temporary and has ended in most cases

Why it was removed

The removal is tied to contract terms. Sky, as the original commissioner, retains exclusive rights in its home territories. TV Insider notes that no wider streaming deal has been announced for season 2, reinforcing that Netflix is unlikely to pick it up.

The pattern: Netflix is unlikely to be involved in future seasons.

Why is The Day of the Jackal being removed from Netflix?

The removals are the result of licensing agreements expiring. The Day of the Jackal is a Sky original, and Sky’s deals with third-party platforms are typically short-term. TV Insider (entertainment trade) explains that Sky retains exclusive rights in the UK and Ireland, meaning any Netflix availability was always temporary. Season 2 will bypass Netflix entirely, premiering on Peacock in the US and on Sky/NOW in the UK and Ireland.

Licensing details

• Sky has exclusive first-run rights in UK and Ireland (TV Insider)
• Netflix sub-licensed season 1 for a limited period in some territories
• No renewal of that sub-license has been announced

Where it will be available next

Season 2 will follow the same path: Peacock in the US, Sky/NOW in the UK and Ireland. ScreenRant (film/TV news source) reports that filming timelines suggest a summer or fall 2027 release, meaning it will be exclusive to those platforms for at least the first run.

The implication: Sky’s exclusive rights make any other platform a temporary option.

What is The Day of the Jackal about?

Based on Frederick Forsyth’s 1971 novel of the same name (Cosmopolitan (lifestyle publisher)), the 2024 series is a modern adaptation set in the present day. It follows a British intelligence officer (played by Lashana Lynch) on the trail of a mysterious, highly skilled assassin known only as the Jackal (Eddie Redmayne). The ten-episode first season aired from November 14 to December 2024 (ScreenRant).

Plot summary

The Jackal is a freelance sniper hired for high-profile assassinations. The series opens with a failed attempt and spirals into a cross-border manhunt. Unlike the original novel and the 1973 film, the TV series updates the setting to include modern surveillance tech and geopolitical tensions.

Main characters

• Eddie Redmayne as the Jackal (TV Insider)
• Lashana Lynch as MI6 officer Bianca
• Úrsula Corberó as a key associate (TV Insider)
• Charles Dance and Eleanor Matsuura in supporting roles (TV Insider)

Comparison to the novel and film

Forsyth’s original novel and the 1973 film are period pieces set in the 1960s. The series modernizes the story, swapping Cold War conspiracies for contemporary cybersecurity and media chaos. Executive producer Gareth Neame told Cosmopolitan that the ending of season 1 diverges from the book to allow for future seasons—a decision that now pays off with the 2027 renewal.

“The Day of the Jackal season 2 has been officially confirmed and is scheduled to premiere in 2027.” – TV Insider

TV Insider (entertainment outlet)

For Irish viewers waiting for season 2, the reality is clear: keep your NOW TV subscription active, because Netflix won’t be the answer. The series remains tied to Sky’s ecosystem, and the 2027 premiere means patience is the only option.

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