The BriefRobert De Niro stars in his first-ever television series, Zero Day, now streaming on Netflix.The two-time Oscar winner spoke about his most iconic roles in an exclusive interview.De Niro revealed how he prepared for The Godfather: Part II and shared a surprising story about Taxi Driver.

It’s been a long time since Robert De Niro stopped saying no to bad parts. But while the star has appeared in many kinds of film, from The Godfather Part II to Dirty Grandpa, the 81-year-old has largely resisted the call of the small screen.

It’s no exaggeration to say that Robert De Niro has one of the most recognizable and bluntly effective faces ever committed to the screen. His career spans decades of stone cold classics, many of which depended on him delivering yet another unforgettable performance.