Day Zero 2011
“"I should have been dead." ~ Blake Edwards”
What is Day Zero?
Day Zero is a post-apocalyptic television series that premiered in 2011. The show is set in the 22nd century, where advancements in science and technology had progressed beyond ethical boundaries, leading much of humanity to reverse course.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2011
- Status
- Returning Series
- Episodes
- 30
- First aired
- Sep 15, 2011
- Last aired
- Nov 5, 2022
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- Prime Video
- Genres
- Drama, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, War & Politics, Action & Adventure
- Updated
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Day Zero is a post-apocalyptic television series that premiered in 2011. The show is set in the 22nd century, where advancements in science and technology had progressed beyond ethical boundaries, leading much of humanity to reverse course. However, global dictatorships eventually violated the United Nations Bioethics Treaty by secretly stockpiling weapons. This breach led to an attack on an oblivious America, which retaliated with augmented nuclear weaponry. The consequences of this retaliation were unforeseen, affecting most survivors in the Western Hemisphere and transforming many into ravenous beasts. Despite the devastation, pockets of humanity persist. The series was created and developed by filmmaker and actor Cal Nguyen, who also stars in the show alongside Deven Skye, Kenneth Applegate, and Kabrina Miller. It initially aired on platforms such as blip.tv before being broadcast on Tuff TV and other web platforms. Shawn Stevens, known for his role in "Days of Our Lives," joined the cast as Father John, a Carmelite monk aiding in restoring normalcy. The series has been recognized with numerous awards and continued beyond its initial release into subsequent years.
Should you watch it?
“After a nuclear catastrophe creates ravenous beasts, scattered human survivors struggle to endure in the 22nd Century.”
- engaging premise
- high-stakes conflict
- grim subject matter
Watch it if you enjoy post-apocalyptic survival stories set in a technologically advanced future.
The series features intense themes of global conflict and predatory mutations.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 10 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Lethal (Pilot) Sep 15, 2011
- E2 Requital Apr 24, 2012
- E3 Suspicion May 22, 2012
- E4 Betrayal Jun 26, 2012
- E5 Memoriam Jul 24, 2012
- E6 Dementia Aug 29, 2012
- E7 Phoenix Sep 25, 2012
- E8 Metamorphosis Oct 23, 2012
- E9 Dawn Nov 27, 2012
- E10 Dusk Dec 25, 2012
Season 2 · 10 episodes
- E1 Requiem Jul 23, 2013
- E2 Redemption Mar 23, 2014
- E3 Revelations Apr 30, 2014
- E4 Sacrificial Lamb Sep 16, 2014
- E5 Return to Sender Nov 10, 2014
- E6 Resurrection Oct 5, 2015
- E7 Crucified Oct 12, 2015
- E8 Persecution Feb 22, 2016
- E9 Alpha Jun 9, 2016
- E10 Omega Sep 26, 2016
Season 3 · 10 episodes
- E1 The Battle for California Mar 13, 2018
- E2 Crusader Jul 17, 2018
- E3 Sanctuary Nov 8, 2018
- E4 Powers and Principalities Jul 14, 2019
- E5 Thrones and Dominions Aug 21, 2019
- E6 Rebel Yell Sep 9, 2019
- E7 The Road Not Taken Nov 5, 2022
- E8 Blessed Aren't the PeaceKeepers Nov 5, 2022
- E9 Just War Nov 5, 2022
- E10 Et VERBUM CARO FACTUM EST Nov 5, 2022
Frequently asked questions
When is the series set?
The story takes place during the 22nd Century.
What caused the collapse of society?
A combination of secret treaty violations, nuclear retaliation, and an ensuing biological mutation led to the collapse.
Are there any humans left?
Yes, the synopsis confirms that pockets of humanity remain.
What are the primary threats to survivors?
Survivors face ravenous beasts that were altered by augmented nuclear weaponry.
What was the catalyst for the nuclear attack?
The attack was triggered when global dictatorships violated the United Nation's Bioethics Treaty.