Thriller

24

Release date: November 6, 2001


The Pitch:

Terrorist-annihilating badass Jack Bauer saves the world, one day at a time.

Why You Need It:

Because without Counter Terrorist Unit agent Jack Bauer, the planet would've exploded a long time ago and we'd all be space vapor. 24's live-wire, rule-breaking protagonist and its "real time" structure took a little while getting some love when it debuted in 2001 (barely two months after 9/11, at that) but is now considered to be one of the best thriller series out there, with Bauer soon to begin his eighth day in hell. The plots of the seasons - and the various situations therein - sometimes stretch the limits of plausibility and credibility (remember Elisha Cuthbert being chased by a cougar in Season Two?), but who the hell cares, really? Kiefer Sutherland rules.

Talent:

Robert Cochran, Joel Surnow (creators), Kiefer Sutherland, Mary Lynn Rajskub, Cherry Jones, James Morrison, Colm Feore, Bob Gunton, Janeane Garofalo, Elisha Cuthbert, Kurtwood Smith, Jon Voight.

The Rush Trivia: 24 Deaths Edition

Test your knowledge of 24's heavy casualties.

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Elisha Cuthbert as Kim Bauer

24 Pics of 24's Kim Bauer

Jack Bauer's hot daughter is trouble every day.

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The Rush Trivia: Kim Bauer Edition

Test your knowledge of the lovely but somewhat trouble-prone lady of 24.

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The Rush Trivia: Jack Bauer Edition

Do you think you know Jack? Test your knowledge of 24's Hero of the Day.

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24 Marathon Challenge and Fan Fest Experience

Can you break a World's Record with Jack Bauer?

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Sarah Wynter as Kate Warner

24 More Ladies of 24

You can never say 24 was lacking a woman's touch.

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Elisha Cuthbert as Kim Bauer

24 Ladies of 24

One beautiful woman for every action-packed hour.

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24 Pics

Jack Bauer will see your bad day and raise you a thousand.

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Character Studies