Day Zero (2020): cast, story & where to watch
2020 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 2020, Day Zero is a documentary film directed by Kevin Sim, running about 71 minutes. “Every drop counts.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Filmed over a three-year period, the film journeys across the planet seeking those on the frontline fighting to protect the world’s most precious resource from running out. It seeks to awaken and inspire audiences to change how they think about the planet’s most vital resource: water, and act, by revealing the rapidly building water crisis at both a global and human scale. The documentary includes exclusive interviews from some of the world’s top scientists and experts, travelling across continents to explore some of the most shocking and alarming water shortage issues facing our planet today. From the Cape Town water crisis and the violent impact of deforestation in the Amazon to the catastrophic results of intensive farming in the American Mid-West.
Who’s in it. Day Zero stars Chiwetel Ejiofor as Narrator.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Day Zero has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Day Zero page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Day Zero (2020)?
- In US, Day Zero is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Day Zero worth watching?
- Day Zero holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Day Zero?
- Day Zero stars Chiwetel Ejiofor.