Eddie Redmayne Lands Lucrative Deal
Eddie Redmayne is set to earn a jaw-dropping seven-figure sum per episode for his lead role in a new Sky TV drama. The actor will star in a remake of the iconic 70s thriller The Day of the Jackal, with Sky investing a whopping £100 million into the project, making it their largest undertaking to date.
Sky's Biggest Project Yet
The upcoming 10-episode series is expected to be a major hit, with Eddie Redmayne's salary totaling an impressive £10 million for the entire run. This fee is reported to be one of the highest ever paid to a British drama lead, showcasing the increasing competition in the industry.
High Stakes and Global Reach
The new adaptation, featuring Redmayne as the cunning Jackal, will face off against a formidable MI6 agent in a high-stakes game of cat and mouse. With Sky Atlantic set to broadcast the show in the UK and Europe, Peacock has already secured the rights for US viewers, highlighting the series' international appeal.
Talented Team Behind the Scenes
The drama, spearheaded by renowned creator Ronan Bennett and directed by Brian Kirk of Game of Thrones fame, promises to deliver suspense and intrigue on a grand scale. Redmayne's impressive track record in both theater and film sets high expectations for his portrayal of the enigmatic Jackal.
