The Zero Years (2005): cast, story & where to watch
2005 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 2005, The Zero Years is a drama film directed by Nikos Nikolaidis, running about 126 minutes. “Today as tomorrow and as yesterday…” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Four women, who have been sterilized and are under constant toxic restraint and surveillance, are serving their term in a government-run brothel. The relations between them are at a critical point; food and water are scarce, their house is rotting and ready to collapse. Nothing on the outside exists any more. Nightmarish visions, simulated miscarriages, injections and nausea all make up their daily routine. Yet their dream – even though they have been sterilized by the State – is to have a child. One day, one of their customers disappears. The interrogation begins...
Who’s in it. The Zero Years stars Vicky Harris as Vicky, Jenny Kitseli as The Leader, Arhontissa Mavrakaki as Maro and Eftyhia Yakoumi as Christina, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Zero Years has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Zero Years page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Zero Years tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Zero Years (2005)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Zero Years change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Zero Years worth watching?
- The Zero Years holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Zero Years?
- The Zero Years stars Vicky Harris, Jenny Kitseli, Arhontissa Mavrakaki, Eftyhia Yakoumi and Michele Valley.
- When was The Zero Years released?
- The Zero Years was released in 2005, with a runtime of about 126 minutes.