The Jackal is a 1997 American action thriller film directed by Michael Caton-Jones and starring Bruce Willis, Richard Gere, and Sidney Poitier. The film is a loose remake of the 1973 film The Day of the Jackal, which was based on the novel of the same name by Frederick Forsyth.
In the movie, The Jackal is a hired assassin who is hired by a powerful Russian mafia boss to kill a prominent American political figure. The FBI becomes aware of the plot and seeks the help of Declan Mulqueen (Richard Gere), a former IRA terrorist who has been jailed for his involvement in a bombing. Mulqueen knows The Jackal by reputation and is their best hope to stop him.
Mulqueen agrees to work with the FBI, but he insists on certain conditions, one of which is that he be released from prison and given a free pass to Ireland. Despite Mulqueen's assistance, The Jackal proves to be an elusive target, staying one step ahead of his pursuers by using a variety of disguises and aliases.
As the deadline for the assassination approaches, the FBI becomes more desperate and Mulqueen and his team must use all their resources to track down and stop The Jackal before it's too late. In a tense climax, Mulqueen comes face to face with The Jackal in a showdown that will determine the fate of the American political figure and the safety of the nation.
Overall, The Jackal is a riveting and intense thriller that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats. With its exciting plot, strong cast, and excellent direction, the movie is a must-see for fans of the genre.