Zero Days
“World War 3.0”
Synopsis
Alex Gibney explores the phenomenon of Stuxnet, a self-replicating computer virus discovered in 2010 by international IT experts. Evidently commissioned by the US and Israeli governments, this malware was designed to specifically sabotage Iran’s nuclear programme. However, the complex computer worm ended up not only infecting its intended target but also spreading uncontrollably.
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Zero Days - Official Trailer (Madman Films)Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2016-06-29
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Yossi Melman
Self
Ralph Langner
Self
Emad Kiyaei
Self
Richard A. Clarke
Self
Eric Chien
Self
Liam O'Murchu
Self
George W. Bush
Self (archive footage)
Hillary Clinton
Self (archive footage)
Mikhail Gorbachev
Self (archive footage)
Ronald Reagan
Self (archive footage)
Mahmoud Ahmadinejad
Self (archive footage)
Abdul Qadeer Khan
Self (archive footage)
Barack Obama
Self (archive footage)
Benjamin Netanyahu
Self (archive footage)
Joanne Tucker
NSA Character
Allison Cohn
Background Performer
Camilo Quiroz-Vazquez
Background Performer
Tadashi Mitsui
Background Performer
Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 0 DaysSydney Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
July 8, 2016
Wide Cinema Exhibition
July 8, 2016
VOD & Digital Platforms
February 6, 2017
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$110K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alex Gibney
- Screenplay & Story
- Alex Gibney
- Original Score
- Will Bates
- Original Title
- Zero Days
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- Russian, German, English, Persian, French
- Runtime
- 1h 56m
- Worldwide Gross
- $110K
- Production Studios
- Participant, Jigsaw Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alex Gibney
Alex Gibney
Will Bates
Avner Shahaf, Brett Wiley, Antonio Rossi
Hannah Vanderlan, Andy Grieve
Alex Gibney, Olga Kuchmenko, Marc Shmuger
Department Leadership Roster
Alex Gibney
Director
Hannah Vanderlan
Editor
Andy Grieve
Editor
Alex Gibney
Writer
Alex Gibney
Producer
Olga Kuchmenko
Producer
Marc Shmuger
Producer
Will Bates
Original Music Composer
Avner Shahaf
Director of Photography
Brett Wiley
Director of Photography
Antonio Rossi
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Zero Days
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What is Zero Days about?
Alex Gibney explores the phenomenon of Stuxnet, a self-replicating computer virus discovered in 2010 by international IT experts. Evidently commissioned by the US and Israeli governments, this malware was designed to specifically sabotage Iran’s nuclear programme. However, the complex computer worm ended up not only infecting its intended target but also spreading uncontrollably.
Who directed Zero Days?
Zero Days was directed by Alex Gibney.
Who stars in Zero Days?
The principal cast of Zero Days includes Yossi Melman, Ralph Langner, Emad Kiyaei, Richard A. Clarke, Eric Chien.
When was Zero Days released and how long is it?
Zero Days was released in 2016 with a total runtime of 1h 56m.
How much did Zero Days make at the box office?
Zero Days grossed $110K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Zero Days?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Zero Days was composed by Will Bates.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Zero Days?
Zero Days holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).