Robert De Niro headlines this new political conspiracy thriller as a retired president called back into action after a massive cyberattack devastates the nation. Joined by Jesse Plemons, Lizzy Caplan, and Joan Allen, Zero Day boasts a star-studded cast—but does it deliver on its doomsday premise or settle for a slow-moving, boomer fantasy? Tune in as we dissect the pilot’s high-profile cameos, debate its critical reception (which spans from “dull misfire” to “suspenseful nail-biter”), and decide whether this series truly captures the tension of modern cyber warfare—or just checks off the big-name box. Welcome to Today's Episode!