The Day of the Jackal episode 8 preview: Revisiting the past

A still from The Day of the Jackal episode 8 preview (via Sky TV / YouTube)
A still from The Day of the Jackal episode 8 preview (via Sky TV / YouTube)

The Day of the Jackal episode 8 is set to release via Peacock for American audiences on Thursday, December 5, 2024. The episode shall revolve around the Jackal's past as he grapples with his moral compass and revisits the memories that turned him into the person he is today.

Disclaimer: This article contains spoilers for The Day of the Jackal episode 8.

The preview for the upcoming episode shows the Jackal reminiscing over his most private memories after his failed attempt to assassinate UDC. The show shall also delve deeper into Bianca's story, emphasizing the agent's bond with her daughter.


The Day of the Jackal episode 8 preview and story to expect ahead

A still of the Jackal as a soldier from The Day of the Jackal episode 8 preview (via Sky TV / YouTube)
A still of the Jackal as a soldier from The Day of the Jackal episode 8 preview (via Sky TV / YouTube)

The preview mainly focused on the Jackal's life as a soldier in the army, stationed with a regiment in a deserted area. The preview featured the Jackal engaging in soldierly activities, including games and dark humor to keep his fellow soldiers engaged and spirited.

A life-changing incident happened on one of Jackal's assignments, that forced him to reevaluate his life completely. Though the preview has not revealed specifics of the mission, Jackal's regiment might likely use a wedding celebration to root out a terrorist cell, causing carnage and bloodshed without care for consequences.

The episode might shed some light on Jackal's thought process and why he thinks and acts in the way that he does now. Revisiting his past and contrasting it with his present life might also become a catalyst for Jackal to reevaluate his modern-day moral compass and methods of operating, especially after he fails in Tallinn.

A still of Bianca from The Day of the Jackal episode 8 preview (via Sky TV / YouTube)
A still of Bianca from The Day of the Jackal episode 8 preview (via Sky TV / YouTube)

On the other hand, the preview also focused on Bianca's storyline progressing further. She shall be seen meeting with Larry, and apologizing for her instincts after the happenings of the previous few episodes. His accusations and anger might even leave her defenseless but with more of a desperation to find the Jackal.

The audience can also expect to see Bianca's daughter Jasmine in the episode. Jasmine shall be presented as a mirror to Bianca's personality, but also as the reason that grounds the detective and always brings her back to her family. The mother-daughter dynamic is set to lend more depth to Bianca's story.

Also read: The Day of the Jackal episode 7 ending explained: Did the Jackal succeed in his hit on UDC at the event?


Where to watch The Day of the Jackal episode 8? Release details explored

A still of Bianca at an interrogation table from The Day of the Jackal episode 8 preview (via Sky TV / YouTube)
A still of Bianca at an interrogation table from The Day of the Jackal episode 8 preview (via Sky TV / YouTube)

The upcoming The Day of the Jackal's episode 8 will be released on Peacock for American audiences. With a subscription to the platform, audiences can watch the show upon its live release or via on-demand streaming.

Audiences will be able to watch The Day of the Jackal episode 7 released via Peacock on December 5, 2024, at 10 pm ET.


Also read: The Day of the Jackal episode 8: Release date, where to watch, and more

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