24 or The Shield? - Blu-ray Forum

Ultimate1 · 11-24-2008, 07:56 PM

A local store is having a sale on every season for both of these shows. I have seen neither of them. I really like Prison Break if that has any influence. I like pretty much anything that has heavy action too. Each 24 Season is $20 and each The Shield Season is $15. Which show should I blind buy?

tacoreed · 11-24-2008, 08:00 PM

24 seasons 1-5 for sure!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I haven't seen the Shield though, but I heard it's pretty good.

mikejet · 11-24-2008, 08:11 PM

From what I've heard The Shield is a better show but the first season of 24 is excellent.

GeneD5 · 11-24-2008, 08:12 PM

go 24. It was recommended to me to try shield as well, so I bought season 1. It is a good show but doesn't even stand up to 24. 24 is brilliant because of the action, supspense, the way the story builds, escalates, and is ultimately resolved. Do yourself a favor and just get all the 24 seasons while they are so cheap.

the_r · 11-24-2008, 08:29 PM

If you've never watched 24, then definitely give it a try.

We almost take it for granted now, but back then, it was quite the revolutionary show, in that it was all "real time".

But yes, the action and suspense in 24, at least in the first few seasons, is unmatched in my opinion by any other action-drama.

rebfandan · 11-24-2008, 08:37 PM

You must buy The Shield. Best written tv drama ever. Hands down. And not one season ever lets up. It has all built up to the finale tonight. It's gonna explode!

Jamespic1118 · 11-24-2008, 08:48 PM

I would say 24, never seen The Shield.

You could buy the first season of each...find out which one you like more. Or you could rent them.

SquidPuppet · 11-24-2008, 08:50 PM

I wont tell you which show is better.

However, if it matters to you, 24 is shot on Panavision 35mm cameras and displayed widescreen.

The shields aspect ratio is old school TV 4:3 square.

Hope this helps.

SquidPuppet · 11-24-2008, 08:52 PM

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Originally Posted by rebfandan

You must buy The Shield. Best written tv drama ever. Hands down. And not one season ever lets up. It has all built up to the finale tonight. It's gonna explode!

That would be Deadwood or MadMen, not the Shield.

SquidPuppet · 11-24-2008, 08:55 PM

Elisha Cuthbert

Secretagentnumber6 · 11-24-2008, 08:59 PM

Shield is by far the better show. 24 is entertaining an I like it, but it can get a bit ridiculous at times in my opinion and I got tired of it in season 3. Shield is in my top 5 shows all time. Action wise Shield is not the one, but if you want a gritty, well written drama get the Shield. 24 is action and suspense, but a bit contrived at times in my opinion.

GeneD5 · 11-24-2008, 08:59 PM

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Originally Posted by SquidPuppet

Elisha Cuthbert

lol well said. One other great point to 24 is the evolution of the main character Jack Bauer. He starts off in season 1 as a relatively normal family man, and, well, you just need to see what the guy goes through and the lengths he goes to to protect the country.

Memnoch71 · 11-24-2008, 09:00 PM

The Shield by far. I haven't even bothered watching 24 for several seasons. The Shield is a 'Can't Miss' show every week. It's just too bad it all ends tomorrow night.

ScarredLungs · 11-24-2008, 09:03 PM

I have never seen the shield, but i'd go buy 24! You will not be disappointed!

EvanX · 11-24-2008, 09:08 PM

The Shield times a million! It's an AMAZING show! Gritty cop drama at it's finest!

Though the first season of 24 is pretty good. Everything after that is unrealistic crap.

SquidPuppet · 11-24-2008, 09:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Secretagentnumber6

Shield is by far the better show. 24 is entertaining an I like it, but it can get a bit ridiculous at times in my opinion and I got tired of it in season 3. Shield is in my top 5 shows all time. Action wise Shield is not the one, but if you want a gritty, well written drama get the Shield. 24 is action and suspense, but a bit contrived at times in my opinion.

What are the other 4 good sir?

Secretagentnumber6 · 11-24-2008, 09:12 PM

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Originally Posted by SquidPuppet

What are the other 4 good sir?

1.Six Feet Under
2.Deadwood
4.Sopranos
5.Mad Men

Shield would be number 3. Mad Men is the new addition obviously.

SquidPuppet · 11-24-2008, 09:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Secretagentnumber6

1.Six Feet Under
2.Deadwood
4.Sopranos
5.Mad Men

Shield would be number 3. Mad Men is the new addition obviously.

Those are all excellent shows. Deadwood may be my favorite for dialogue.

How would you rate Rome, Carnivale and Jericho?

Blu Man · 11-24-2008, 09:18 PM

I like Spongebob the best.

Secretagentnumber6 · 11-24-2008, 09:21 PM

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Originally Posted by SquidPuppet

Those are all excellent shows. Deadwood may be my favorite for dialogue.

How would you rate Rome, Carnivale and Jericho?

Rome is definitely in my tops. It could probably fit into slot 5 if mad men was not there. Carnivale I have not gotten to yet, I do plan on it. Jericho is another one I intend to check out sooner or later.

Did you get a chance to see Breaking Bad on AMC? I really liked it too.

11-24-2008, 07:56 PM	#1
Ultimate1 Member Member since:Dec 2007 Location:United States	24 or The Shield? A local store is having a sale on every season for both of these shows. I have seen neither of them. I really like Prison Break if that has any influence. I like pretty much anything that has heavy action too. Each 24 Season is $20 and each The Shield Season is $15. Which show should I blind buy?

11-24-2008, 08:55 PM	#10
SquidPuppet Blu-ray Duke Top contributor Member since:Dec 2007 Location:Club Loop Blu-ray collection:277 Blu-ray reviews:27	The Shield is missing....... Elisha Cuthbert

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11-24-2008, 08:00 PM	#2
tacoreed Special Member Member since:Feb 2008 Location:Omaha 4K collection:103 Blu-ray collection:722	24 seasons 1-5 for sure!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I haven't seen the Shield though, but I heard it's pretty good.

11-24-2008, 08:11 PM	#3
mikejet Banned Member since:Sep 2008 Location:Los Angeles, CA Blu-ray reviews:5 Trading Score:29	From what I've heard The Shield is a better show but the first season of 24 is excellent.

11-24-2008, 08:12 PM	#4
GeneD5 Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Feb 2008 4K collection:244 Blu-ray collection:246 Trading Score:168	go 24. It was recommended to me to try shield as well, so I bought season 1. It is a good show but doesn't even stand up to 24. 24 is brilliant because of the action, supspense, the way the story builds, escalates, and is ultimately resolved. Do yourself a favor and just get all the 24 seasons while they are so cheap.

11-24-2008, 08:29 PM	#5
the_r Active Member Member since:Jul 2008 Location:Toronto Home Theater Gallery:4 Blu-ray collection:182	If you've never watched 24, then definitely give it a try. We almost take it for granted now, but back then, it was quite the revolutionary show, in that it was all "real time". But yes, the action and suspense in 24, at least in the first few seasons, is unmatched in my opinion by any other action-drama.

11-24-2008, 08:37 PM	#6
rebfandan Senior Member Member since:Jan 2008 Location:Memphis, TN Blu-ray collection:135	You must buy The Shield. Best written tv drama ever. Hands down. And not one season ever lets up. It has all built up to the finale tonight. It's gonna explode!

11-24-2008, 08:48 PM	#7
Jamespic1118 Active Member Member since:Oct 2008 Location:Manchester, CT Blu-ray collection:112 Trading Score:7	I would say 24, never seen The Shield. You could buy the first season of each...find out which one you like more. Or you could rent them.

11-24-2008, 08:50 PM	#8
SquidPuppet Blu-ray Duke Top contributor Member since:Dec 2007 Location:Club Loop Blu-ray collection:277 Blu-ray reviews:27	I wont tell you which show is better. However, if it matters to you, 24 is shot on Panavision 35mm cameras and displayed widescreen. The shields aspect ratio is old school TV 4:3 square. Hope this helps.

11-24-2008, 08:59 PM	#11
Secretagentnumber6 Blu-ray Guru Member since:Mar 2008 Location:St Louis Area Home Theater Gallery:15 Blu-ray collection:212 Trading Score:4	Shield is by far the better show. 24 is entertaining an I like it, but it can get a bit ridiculous at times in my opinion and I got tired of it in season 3. Shield is in my top 5 shows all time. Action wise Shield is not the one, but if you want a gritty, well written drama get the Shield. 24 is action and suspense, but a bit contrived at times in my opinion.

11-24-2008, 09:00 PM	#13
Memnoch71 Senior Member Member since:Nov 2007 Location:Somewhere between here and there 4K collection:34 Blu-ray collection:252	The Shield by far. I haven't even bothered watching 24 for several seasons. The Shield is a 'Can't Miss' show every week. It's just too bad it all ends tomorrow night.

11-24-2008, 09:03 PM	#14
ScarredLungs Blu-ray Champion Top contributor Member since:Dec 2007 Location:Utah 4K collection:65 Blu-ray collection:1433 Prime collection:1 Blu-ray reviews:8 Trading Score:4	I have never seen the shield, but i'd go buy 24! You will not be disappointed!

11-24-2008, 09:08 PM	#15
EvanX Expert Member Member since:Jan 2007 Location:Michigan Blu-ray collection:47	The Shield times a million! It's an AMAZING show! Gritty cop drama at it's finest! Though the first season of 24 is pretty good. Everything after that is unrealistic crap.

11-24-2008, 09:18 PM	#19
Blu Man Banned Member since:Sep 2008 Location:United States Blu-ray collection:19 Blu-ray reviews:1	I like Spongebob the best.

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