Netflix has officially announced the premiere date for its upcoming mini series Zero Day. The conspiracy thriller, starring Robert De Niro, Angela Basset and more will debut on Feb. 20, 2025, with six episodes diving into a world of political intrigue, cyber warfare, and personal secrets. Alongside the premiere announcement, Netflix has released a set of first-look images teasing the intense drama to come.
Zero Day boasts an impressive cast that includes Angela Bassett, Lizzy Caplan, Jesse Plemons, Joan Allen, Connie Britton, Dan Stevens, and Matthew Modine. Guest appearances from Clark Gregg, McKinley Belcher III, Bill Camp, and Gaby Hoffmann further add to the intrigue.
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In Zero Day, Angela Bassett takes on the role of President Mitchell, a sharp and perceptive political strategist closely aligned with former U.S. President George Mullen, played by De Niro. The series follows Mullen as he is called out of retirement to lead the Zero Day Commission in investigating a devastating cyberattack that has thrown the nation into chaos. As the hunt for truth intensifies, Mullen finds himself battling disinformation, power struggles, and personal demons.
Meet the Characters
- Lizzy Caplan as Alexandra Mullen
Alexandra, Mullen’s ambitious daughter, is a congresswoman determined to carve her own path away from her father’s political shadow. - Jesse Plemons as Roger Carlson
Mullen’s loyal former aide returns to the national spotlight alongside his old boss. - Joan Allen as Sheila Mullen
Once the first lady, Sheila has spent years sidelining her professional aspirations. She now faces a new challenge as a federal bench nominee. - Connie Britton as Valerie Whitesell
Valerie, Mullen’s former chief of staff, is a savvy political operative with a strategic mind. - Dan Stevens as Evan Green
The charismatic and polarizing host of a popular political TV show, Green is Mullen’s most vocal public antagonist. - Matthew Modine as Richard Dreyer
Speaker of the House Richard Dreyer is a confident and colorful political figure with a knack for navigating Washington’s corridors of power. - Bill Camp as CIA Director Lasche
As an insider privy to the nation’s secrets, Director Lasche can be either a formidable ally or a dangerous adversary. - McKinley Belcher III as Carl Lopez
Lopez is a brilliant Department of Justice lawyer leading the Zero Day Commission’s investigation. - Gaby Hoffmann as Monica Kidder
A Silicon Valley billionaire with both vision and controversy, Kidder wields the power to reshape society. - Clark Gregg as Robert Lyndon
A billionaire provocateur, Lyndon is a master manipulator of the political landscape. - Mark Ivanir as Natan
An intelligence veteran and Mullen confidant, Natan represents a bygone era of espionage expertise.
Behind the Scenes
Zero Day is co-created by Eric Newman (Narcos), Noah Oppenheim (Jackie), and Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Michael S. Schmidt. All three serve as executive producers, with Newman and Oppenheim also handling writing and showrunner duties. Robert De Niro joins as an executive producer in addition to his starring role, and Lesli Linka Glatter (Homeland) directs and executive produces. Jonathan Glickman also serves as an executive producer.
Mark your calendars for Feb. 20 to uncover the secrets of Zero Day.
