The Day of the Jackal viewers share their fury over ‘annoying’ problem with Sky TV as Eddie Redmayne’s new series hits screens

The Day of the Jackal viewers share their fury over 'annoying' problem with Sky TV as Eddie Redmayne's new series hits screens

As a seasoned lifestyle expert and avid fan of thrillers, I must say that The Day of the Jackal has left me both entertained and baffled. On one hand, Eddie Redmayne delivers an exceptional performance as the elusive assassin, creating a palpable sense of tension throughout the series. Lashana Lynch also holds her own as the tenacious intelligence officer on his tail.


After much anticipation, Sky’s highly-touted new thriller “The Day Of The Jackal” premiered on Thursday, yet viewers have quickly identified a significant issue within the series.

In this show, the protagonist, a skilled assassin portrayed by Eddie Redmayne, finds himself pursued by a shrewd intelligence operative characteristically played by Lashana Lynch. This series is adapted from a novel bearing the same title as written by Frederick Forsyth.

Initiating on Sky Atlantic and NOW, viewers wasted no time expressing their displeasure over a particular irksome aspect of the show.

During discussions with X, it was mentioned that viewers criticized the fact that during intermissions in the program, instead of promoting other Sky content through trailers, they showed a trailer for The Day of the Jackal.

In the broadcasts of X, they’ve been airing previews for “The Day of The Jackal” during commercial breaks for exactly that show. It’s rather confusing since we are already watching it, aren’t we? #dayofthejackal

The Day of the Jackal viewers share their fury over 'annoying' problem with Sky TV as Eddie Redmayne's new series hits screens

Hi Now TV, would it be possible to have a preview for ‘The Day of the Jackal’ before the movie itself? Since I’ve chosen to watch it now, there’s no need for one.

The trailer for ‘The Day of The Jackal’ implies that its protagonist constantly changes his appearance, and indeed, it displays multiple variations of the same man with a unique, spam-like face wearing different wigs.

It seems they are forcing me to view a 30-second preview of The Day of the Jackal prior to watching it. Can we cut to the chase already?

The series has received mixed reviews from critics, with some hailing the Eddie Redmayne reboot ‘truly compelling’ while others branded it ‘dull and pointless’. 

In this rendition, Eddie plays the role of Jackal, an evasive assassin known for executing contracts at exorbitant prices. However, things take a turn when he crosses paths with a relentless British intelligence officer who doggedly pursues him in a pulse-pounding game of cat and mouse that spans across Europe.

According to The Telegraph, they found the modern take on the 21st century to be extremely engaging as they evaluated Eddie’s character.

Jasper Rees gave the series a 4-star review and commented: ‘Although the central chase sequence occasionally falters and loses momentum, Redmayne’s unique portrayal is captivating.’

According to the Irish Independent, The Day Of The Jackal is considered “lengthy and loose” with an abundance of “dull personalities.

The Day of the Jackal viewers share their fury over 'annoying' problem with Sky TV as Eddie Redmayne's new series hits screens
The Day of the Jackal viewers share their fury over 'annoying' problem with Sky TV as Eddie Redmayne's new series hits screens
The Day of the Jackal viewers share their fury over 'annoying' problem with Sky TV as Eddie Redmayne's new series hits screens

In simpler terms, Pat Stacey stated that ‘The Day of the Jackal’ is not as expected. It’s lengthy and loose with numerous dull characters, excessively mundane home scenarios, and the customary excessive, implausible gunfights and car pursuits.

Similarly, Rebecca Cook of Digital Spy noted that watching The Day Of The Jackal is quite captivating yet follows traditional viewing patterns.

Critics’ reviews have emerged following Eddie’s admission of scarcely interacting with his co-star Lashana on set, even though they both play pivotal roles in their latest gripping series.

The actor and actress joined host Nick Grimshaw, 40, on BBC Radio 1 last month.

Instead, Eddie mentioned that the most enjoyable aspect of his role has been sharing the series, since it allows him to socialize and spend quality time with his partner.

Eddie mentioned that despite both of them being part of the show, they hardly had a chance to meet during the production process since they seldom saw each other.

‘Because it was kind of a cat and mouse story and we’re kept apart for a huge amount of it.’ 

He confessed: ‘So, the promoting (side) has been the fun bit because we got to hang out and spend time together.’ 

The Day of the Jackal viewers share their fury over 'annoying' problem with Sky TV as Eddie Redmayne's new series hits screens

Lashana concurred with Eddie’s comment, expressing that indeed they had spent a year discussing every intricate detail of the show since they were also its producers.

We’ve witnessed every step, every change and transition throughout this process, and it’s been truly delightful growing closer to one another in the process.

Eddie additionally shared with the radio host the reasons behind his involvement in the latest series, a contemporary adaptation of the initial film and novel.

At first, Eddie expressed some reluctance about being part of it. However, he later admitted that he had a soft spot for the original film and the book during his childhood.

Upon receiving the scripts, I felt an overwhelming apprehension since no one wants to ruin something they admire.

After reviewing the revised script, he admitted that he had a change of heart. He went on to say, “The script has been brought up-to-date, and the new versions are incredibly engaging. It felt like an entirely fresh and novel experience.

However, it preserved the essence of what made the original captivating – the intriguing cat-and-mouse dynamic, along with the unpredictability as Jackal transforms like a chameleon, leaving one in suspense about his true nature.

According to an IMDB summary, the series follows a high-stakes pursuit of a mysterious, ruthless assassin, whom they call the Jackal.

In a different rendition, Eddie assumes the role of the lethal Jackal, while Lashana’s character spearheads the mission to uncover his true identity.

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2024-11-08 03:04

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