Netflix’s new political conspiracy thriller, ‘Zero Day’, starring the legendary Robert De Niro, has finally dropped, and X (formerly known as Twitter) is buzzing with opinions. The show, which premiered on February 20, 2025, dives into a high-stakes story about a massive cyberattack that throws the US into chaos. De Niro plays George Mullen, a former US president brought back to lead an investigation into the attack.
Robert De Niro's Zero Day Storyline
The series kicks off with a devastating cyberattack, dubbed ‘Zero Day’ that cripples the nation’s computer systems, causing widespread blackouts and chaos. Over 3,400 people die in the aftermath, and panic spreads like wildfire. Enter George Mullen (Robert De Niro), a former president who’s called back into action by current President Evelyn Mitchell (Angela Bassett) to head a commission investigating the attack. As Mullen digs deeper, he uncovers a web of lies, power struggles, and political intrigue.
The show boasts a stellar cast, including Jesse Plemons, Lizzy Caplan, and Gaby Hoffmann, who plays Monica Kidder, a tech billionaire whose company, Panoply, is linked to the attack.
Don't Miss:Alice In Borderland Season 3: Mind-Blowing Fan Theories You Need To Know
View this post on Instagram
Zero Day Season 1 Twitter Review
The reactions on Twitter are varied. Some viewers are hooked, while others are left scratching their heads or worse, bored.
One user didn’t hold back, tweeting, “Zero Day was a badly written, badly structured political thriller. Disjointed and rushed.” Another chimed in with, “Don’t bother with Zero Day... trust me on this. Intriguing premise and an inexplicably impressive cast completely wasted on an increasingly tedious, often nonsensical conspiracy plot. I barely made it to the end.”
ZERO DAY was a badly written, badly structured political thriller. Disjointed and rushed. It tried too hard to emulate "The Manchurian Candidate." The cast ensemble were like walking caricatures.
— Rama's Screen (@RamasScreen) February 20, 2025
On the nose, preachy and patronizing... #ZeroDay kept shooting itself in the foot. pic.twitter.com/JfPOjvgYQK
Others felt the show had potential but fell short. “More a conspiracy thriller than a political one, Zero Day is good enough to keep watching. A bit too convoluted, with too many chess pieces that it ends up not as thrilling and interesting as it could have been with a tighter narrative,” wrote one viewer.
More a conspiracy thriller than a political one, Zero Day is good enough to keep watching. Bit too convoluted, with bit too many chess pieces that it ends up not as thrilling and interesting as it could have been with a tighter narrative. Still, a solid mini-series. #JustWatched pic.twitter.com/itYdnkPhxx
— Pavol Matula (@pavol_matula) February 21, 2025
But it’s not all bad news. Some fans are loving it. One tweet raved, “Zero Day is absolutely amazing with an absorbing political plot. Lesli Linka Glatter is a veteran director who projects her intentions to perfection. Robert De Niro, as we are accustomed to, appears to eat up the screen with a cast that is undoubtedly outstanding.”
ZERO DAY is absolutely amazing with an absorbing political plot. Lesli Linka Glatter is a veteran director who projects her intentions to perfection. Robert De Niro, as we are accustomed to, appears to eat up the screen with a cast that is undoubtedly outstanding. @netflix pic.twitter.com/rYAvZs5yxm
— Jairo Jiménez (@jairojimenez_) February 20, 2025
On the flip side, another viewer called it “one of the silliest things I’ve seen in some time,” adding, “Every time a great new cast member showed up, I was amazed—only to see them engulfed in a show that wants to be both pulpy and preachy but blows past its chances to be really scary and pertinent to the times.”
ZERO DAY is one of the silliest things I have seen in some time. Alternately amazed every time a great new cast member showed up only to see them engulfed in a show that wants to be both pulpy & preachy but blows past its chances to be really scary and pertinent to the times.
— Erik Childress (@EriktheMovieman) February 20, 2025
One fan gushed, “Over the years, there have been a handful of movies and series that set a new cinematic bar. Zero Day, on Netflix, is one of those. Super entertaining and a very good look at what’s currently happening in America. I couldn’t recommend it more.”
Over the years there have been a handful of movies and series that set a new cinematic bar . Zero Day , on Netflix is one of those. Super entertaining , and a very good look at what's currently happening in America. I couldn't recommend it more. ✌️
— gerald cook (@cookster1953) February 20, 2025
Watched Zero Day on Netflix Best thing Robert DeNiro has done. Suppose a Tech Giant started a cyber web coup aided by members of Congress and speaker of the House ? Oligarchs defeated democracy and rule of law was controlled by fascists It was terrifying. You need to watch
— Singhjen @ yellow dog (@KathyKeysMason) February 21, 2025
Watching Zero Day, it's not good. Ideologically confused in the same way House of Cards was, hamstrung by desire to avoid picking a side. Sad.
— Billy Armshaw (@william_armshaw) February 21, 2025
I didn't expect Netflix's "Zero Day" to be so cheaply made and, frankly, boring. I usually can push through a mediocre show, but my attention kept drifting away during the first hour.
— Jason Colavito (@JasonColavito) February 20, 2025
The cast of Zero Day is stacked, the premise is interesting, but the story is frustrating, slow, and sometimes a bit dumb. Maybe my hopes were too high, but the series fumbles a lot of great talent and storytelling, ending up as a mundane, sluggish drama most of the time.
— W. Andrew Powell (@wanderpow) February 21, 2025
Zero Day asks the question on everyone’s mind: How do we find truth in a world in crisis, one seemingly torn apart by forces outside our control? And in an era rife with conspiracy theories and subterfuge, how many of those forces are of our own making? https://t.co/0AtlsY15Rj
— Sandeep Ozarde (@sandeepozarde) February 20, 2025
‘Zero Day’ is a show about power, deception, and the blurred lines between truth and lies. It tackles timely issues like cyber warfare, political corruption, and the fragility of modern society. But whether it succeeds in delivering a compelling story seems to depend on who you ask.
For some, the show is a gripping exploration of contemporary threats, anchored by strong performances from De Niro and the rest of the cast. For others, it’s a messy, overly complicated thriller that doesn’t live up to its potential.
Don't Miss:Friday OTT Releases (February 21, 2025): 5 New Movies And Web Series Hitting Netflix, ZEE5, And More
Keep reading Herzindagi for more such stories.
Take charge of your wellness journey—download the HerZindagi app for daily updates on fitness, beauty, and a healthy lifestyle!
Comments
All Comments (0)
Join the conversation