The show, which stars Oscar winner Eddie Redmayne as a ruthless assassin, debuted earlier this month and has already been sold to almost 200 territories around the world. In the UK, the show quickly became the highest-rated Sky original in history, with more than 3 million viewers in the first week alone - and is also the top-rated Sky original in the service's other territories of Ireland, Germany, Italy, Switzerland and Austria. On the other side of the pond, meanwhile, the show topped Peacock's most-watched TV shows and ranked as one of the streamer's top 5 original series for an opening weekend.
Further details about season two have yet to be revealed, although early 2026 is thought to be the most likely air date. Follow us on X/Twitter and like us on Facebook for the latest entertainment news alerts. Media Mole Black Friday Offer: Get Sky Entertainment, Sky Stream & Netflix for just £19 a month + £0 upfront fee for 24 months! Prices may change during this period.
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The Day of the Jackal renewed for second season
Sky and Peacock give the go-ahead to a second season of Eddie Redmayne thriller The Day of the Jackal.