FOX's 24

[HD Man]

Originally Posted by CZAR

Theres more than one 24?? Got Em!!

Just meant that now that the two idiots have been eliminated and Jack is fully engaged with CTU, he can return to doing what he does best!! Felt 24 spent too much time with the ex-boyfriend plot, that's all!!

[CZAR]

Originally Posted by HD Man

Just meant that now that the two idiots have been eliminated and Jack is fully engaged with CTU, he can return to doing what he does best!! Felt 24 spent too much time with the ex-boyfriend plot, that's all!!

Naw u have to remember there are 24 episodes in a season. They just cant jump right into action, they need to build things up. I dont know, I think I like this show more than the average fan. Got Em!!

[CZAR]

As we continue it gets thick baby! Freddie Prinze is a beast for dumping them bodies. Anotha classic to add to the resume. Cant wait for next week. Got Em!!

[tiger roach]

Last night was really good. Disarming that *****-boy suicide bomber was classic 24.

[KilloWertz]

Originally Posted by CZAR

Naw u have to remember there are 24 episodes in a season. They just cant jump right into action, they need to build things up. I dont know, I think I like this show more than the average fan. Got Em!!

I understand that, but we are now technically 11 episodes into the season (counting the first two nights as 4 episodes) and I'm still waiting for them to actually do something other than continued building up. Other than sporadic episodes that have had some action, I have been bored. Keep in mind that I have watched this show from the very beginning, but up until this season, a good portion of the episodes were adrenaline rushes. This still isn't 24 imo. I also can't believe they are continuing with Dana's ex-boyfriend story when they had every opportunity to put it to rest now and focus on the main plot.

[CZAR]

Originally Posted by killowertz

I understand that, but we are now technically 11 episodes into the season (counting the first two nights as 4 episodes) and I'm still waiting for them to actually do something other than continued building up. Other than sporadic episodes that have had some action, I have been bored. Keep in mind that I have watched this show from the very beginning, but up until this season, a good portion of the episodes were adrenaline rushes. This still isn't 24 imo. I also can't believe they are continuing with Dana's ex-boyfriend story when they had every opportunity to put it to rest now and focus on the main plot.

I also watched 24 from the gate. I dont just jump into a show without starting at the beginning. Also like any show some seasons are better than others. But to me its the best show out there so even the seasons that would rank lower on their list,would still be better than other shows best season. Also u keep bringing the ex boyfriend sub plot. Maybe they dont want to put it to rest. Just because u and whoever else doesnt like, it doesnt mean the writers dont like it and other viewers. I would just say if u are a fan of the show just watch and enjoy it for it is. If not then just move on to anotha show. If I had so many complaints about a show I wouldnt watch the show anymore. Thats all I am sayin. Other than that lets see how the 2nd half of the season goes down. Got Em!!

[KilloWertz]

Originally Posted by CZAR

I also watched 24 from the gate. I dont just jump into a show without starting at the beginning. Also like any show some seasons are better than others. But to me its the best show out there so even the seasons that would rank lower on their list,would still be better than other shows best season. Also u keep bringing the ex boyfriend sub plot. Maybe they dont want to put it to rest. Just because u and whoever else doesnt like, it doesnt mean the writers dont like it and other viewers. I would just say if u are a fan of the show just watch and enjoy it for it is. If not then just move on to anotha show. If I had so many complaints about a show I wouldnt watch the show anymore. Thats all I am sayin. Other than that lets see how the 2nd half of the season goes down. Got Em!!

I am a fan of the show. If I wasn't, I wouldn't still be watching it for this long and be still watching it in what I think is by far its worst season so far. I am not the only one that brings up the ex-boyfriend sub plot. People here have, reviewers have, etc. Also, because I have watched this show for so long, I have come to expect things from this show and in my opinion it has failed to deliver so far this season beyond portions of episodes here and there. I will continue to express my frustration with the show until it gets back to being 24.

[CZAR]

Originally Posted by killowertz

I am a fan of the show. If I wasn't, I wouldn't still be watching it for this long and be still watching it in what I think is by far its worst season so far. I am not the only one that brings up the ex-boyfriend sub plot. People here have, reviewers have, etc. Also, because I have watched this show for so long, I have come to expect things from this show and in my opinion it has failed to deliver so far this season beyond portions of episodes here and there. I will continue to express my frustration with the show until it gets back to being 24.

Well good luck man. I have enjoyed every season of 24 and my complaints would be very minimal. If I had to many complaints I wouldnt watch it. Hopefully it gets better for u. Got Em!!

[Diesel]

Holy crap Jack!

The scene after the kids mom left the room was freaking intense!

"If you knew who I was or what I've done before...."

[tiger roach]

Ew, what a mess!

That was a good episode.

[metsfan1545d]

best episode of the season so far and next weeks preview is great

[CZAR]

WOW!!!!!! The previews for next week!!!!! I dont think I have been this eager before. Next week looks awesome! Cant wait. Tonight was very suspenseful. Yo killowertz how was tonight for u? The ex-boyfriends thing continues. I love it. This is why 24 is 24! Got Em!!

[Black Mamba]

Incredible episode.

The scene after mom left the room was INTENSE!

[STARSCREAM]

See, when you get Jack back to being old Jack everything just feels right! That scene after the mom left the room was awesome. That was oldschool Jack right there.

[Groo The Perverted]

anyone else think that SBC (Stupid Blonde Chick) and The Prince were just flat out stupid talking like they were in the CTU Elevator?

I would think those elevators are mic'd up.

[tiger roach]

Originally Posted by Groo The Perverted

anyone else think that SBC (Stupid Blonde Chick) and The Prince were just flat out stupid talking like they were in the CTU Elevator?

I would think those elevators are mic'd up.

I was thinking the same thing.

I think they are screwed anyway, it is just a matter of time. Maybe Ortiz can get himself killed in the line of duty before he gets disgraced, but I think Stupid Blonde Chick is definitely going down in flames before the day is over.

[Mike53421]

Wow, I completely forgot to watch! Got hooked on TNA Impact.

[mikejet]

That blond girl just ANNOYS me.

[mikejet]

LOL at MILTON!!!

OMG, Jack is the man. He is just perfect in this episode.

[WyldeMan45]

"24's" time is almost up.

20th Century Fox TV and Fox appear ready to end the long-running hit after this season, the show's eighth.

Studio and network execs declined comment -- but it's believed that the final decision will be made in the next day or two. Move is not a huge surprise, but still reps the end of an era for Fox.

"24" helped usher in Fox's ratings surge in the 2000s, as the franchise -- along with "American Idol" and "House," among other series -- led the network's adults 18-49 ratings crown.

But the cost of producing "24" has continued to increase, while ratings have dipped. A one-time critical darling, "24" has also received its share of knocks from reviewers this season.

The studio is said to be considering shopping "24" to other nets -- but given the thriller's age and price tag, it's believed that the interest from other outlets will be limited.

But even as bell tolls for "24," the franchise is far from over. Sutherland and the "24" team have been keen on turning the show into a movie property, and have made major strides in recent months toward making that long-term goal a reality.

Twentieth Century Fox's film side recently hired scribe Billy Ray ("State of Play," "Flightplan") to pen the script for the feature version. (Daily Variety, Feb. 8.)

Ray's pitch, which takes Jack Bauer to Europe, was a hit with Fox execs and producers of the high-concept television series.

Script is said to have come through "24" star Sutherland, who's also an exec producer on the series -- and is said to be eager to turn the long-running TV skein into a movie franchise.

Such a move into the features world was considered impossible while production continued on the TV series -- given that "24" takes much of the year to produce, given its feature-like shooting schedule. But with "24" expected to end its run, the ability to focus on a movie could now finally be in sight.

"24" was created by Robert Cochran and Joel Surnow, while exec producer Howard Gordon runs the show through his Real Time Prods. banner.

Brian Grazer's Imagine Entertainment produces the show along with 20th Century Fox TV.

Sutherland has starred throughout all eight seasons as Jack Bauer, a federal agent and member of the Los Angeles Counter Terrorist Unit (and who has saved the world several times over). "24" made noise for its real time format, in which all 24 episodes take place as consecutive hours in the same day.

Although it was developed before the terrorist attacks of 9/11, "24" debuted several months afterward -- and in many ways began to mirror the changed world, given the real-life fears over terrorism and debates over torture methods. The show's depiction of an African-American president was also seen as a ground-breaking precursor to the 2008 election of Barack Obama.

Show has also won both the Emmy and the Golden Globe awards for outstanding drama, while Sutherland has scored both an Emmy and a Globe for drama actor. "24" has also received Emmy Awards for writing and directing; last year, Cherry Jones won an Emmy for supporting actress in a drama.

This season's edition of "24," which takes place in New York, stars Sutherland, Mary Lynn Rajskub, Cherry Jones, Anil Kapoor, Annie Wersching, Katee Sackhoff, Mykelti Williamson, Freddie Prinze Jr., Chris Diamantopoulos and John Boyd.

Howard Gordon, Evan Katz, David Fury, Manny Coto, Brannon Braga, Brad Turner, Alex Gansa, Kiefer Sutherland and Brian Grazer are executive producers.