However, it’s largely been forgotten since then.

Both the movie and the upcoming seriesZero Dayrevolve around the manipulation of the truth.

“War is showbusiness.”

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De Niro has also overseen the making of the series as executive producer.

As deception unfolds, the film explores themes of media manipulation and the intersection of politics and entertainment.

Tasked with navigating chaos and mounting casualties nationwide, Mullen confronts formidable challenges to maintain national security and stability.

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Robert De Niro as former President Mullen looking stoic in Zero Day

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Zero Day follows former U.S. President George Mullen as he leads the Zero Day Commission to uncover the perpetrators behind a catastrophic cyber attack. Tasked with navigating chaos and mounting casualties nationwide, Mullen confronts formidable challenges to maintain national security and stability.

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Movies

Wag the Dog

Zero Day