The Jackal (Turkish: Çakal) is a 2010 Turkish action film, directed by Erhan Kozan, about a quiet young boy who gradually becomes a criminal nicknamed the Jackal. The film, which went on nationwide general release across Turkey on December 17, 2010 (2010-12-17), premiered in competition at the 47th Antalya "Golden Orange" International Film Festival (October 9 to 14, 2010). ()