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The Day of the Jackal season 2 is approaching, and the show is already experiencing a major creative shift. Ronan Bennett, the director and writer of the show, who played a major role in setting up the tone and characters of the show originally, is stepping back from his position due to some scheduling conflicts.
Season 1 of The Day of the Jackal wrapped up in December 2024 with great viewership metrics and was renewed for another season. Now that Ronan isn't the writer, this might lead to some visible changes in the writing style and tone of the coming season. However, the fans need not worry, as Ronan will remain connected with the show as an executive producer and ensure the overall vision, helping keep it intact.
Read on to know more about the exit of the veteran writer-director and what this means for The Day of the Jackal.
Here is why Ronan Bennett, the writer of The Day of the Jackal, steps back
As mentioned, Ronan Bennett has stepped down as a writer from The Day of the Jackal after facing some major scheduling conflicts. However, he remains connected with the show to ensure the same quality and narrative flow in the coming seasons.
David Harrower, known for Lockerbie: A Search for Truth, is taking on the baton further and is responsible for overseeing the narrative direction of season 2. According to reports, the filming of season 2 is about to begin by the end of 2025, with no confirmation about the release date. However, depending on production, it can be speculated that Season 2 could arrive in either late 2026 or early 2027.
The makers, amidst adjusting to this major shift in team dynamics, also need to focus on the swift premiere of season 2, as any delays could result in reduced viewership.
What does Ronan Bannet's exit mean for The Day of the Jackal?
The series stars Eddie Redmayne, Lashana Lynch, and Chukwudi Iwuji in leading roles, blending some high espionage drama with complex characters and impactful performances. Ronan has been the spine of The Day of the Jackal since the beginning, and his exit from his primary role could be a major shift, especially when season one has raised the bar tremendously.
Ronan is known for writing and showrunning some shows, such as Top Boy in 2011, for which he was recognised for gritty realism. He also wrote Public Enemies in 2012, a BBC miniseries about ex-convicts re-integrating into society. In 2017, he shared credits in Gunpowder, a miniseries starring Kit Harington. Along with these, there is Hideen (2011), again a BBC production. He also wrote a popular novel, The Catastrophist (1997), which was shortlisted for the Booker Prize, suggesting his strong literary background.
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Therefore, his exit is significant, especially when he has shaped the show's tone in season 1. Harrower is also an award-winning playwright and screenwriter who has given life to some deep psychological characters. This could make season 2 more introspective and emotionally charged.
We can say that Bennett, as executive producer, will be involved in protecting the overall vision and tone of the show, with the new writer blending his magic and expertise into the narrative.
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