The film's narrative is a complex web of intrigue and deception, set against the backdrop of post-war France. The Jackal, played by Edward Fox, is a meticulous and skilled hitman who takes on the assignment to kill President de Gaulle, but soon finds himself in a cat-and-mouse game with the authorities. As the story unfolds, the audience is taken on a thrilling ride filled with twists and turns, as the Jackal navigates the treacherous landscape of French politics and espionage.