directed by: Fred Zinnemann, year: 1973
actors: Edward Fox, Terence Alexander, Michel Auclair

The Day of the Jackal is a 1973 political thriller film that follows a professional assassin known only as 'The Jackal,' who is hired to kill French President Charles de Gaulle. As the Jackal meticulously plans his mission, a dedicated team of law enforcement officers, led by a sharp detective, races against time to stop him. The film is renowned for its intense, methodical storytelling and attention to detail, offering a gripping portrayal of cat-and-mouse suspense.

Assassination, Political Intrigue, Meticulous Planning, Identity Deception, Cat And Mouse