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Kiefer Sutherland Officially Confirms a “Really Good Idea” Exists for a ‘24’ Reboot [Exclusive]
Kiefer Sutherland says a creative idea for a possible *24* reboot is in place, with longtime executive producer Howard Gordon and co-creator Joel Surnow involved. He says he misses playing Jack Bauer and hopes the series returns, though he does not want to bring back an older, physically diminished version of the character.
Sutherland said the main obstacle is the current rights-holders’ willingness to make the show, which he believes may have waned as ownership changed hands. He described the project as a hope rather than a confirmed production: the article gives no schedule, network or streaming service, or formal green light.
In short
- Sutherland says a reboot idea exists.
- Howard Gordon and Joel Surnow are associated with it.
- A return is not yet confirmed.
Explained simply
24 was a spy thriller that ran from 2001 to 2010, following secret agent Jack Bauer in real-time adventures told across 24 episodes per season. The series became a major cultural phenomenon and made Kiefer Sutherland, its lead actor, an international star.
There has been sustained interest in bringing the show back from fans and from members of the original production team, including executive producer Howard Gordon and co-creator Joel Surnow. Multiple revival attempts have been discussed over the years, but none has reached production.
The rights to 24 have changed hands since the show ended. The primary obstacle to reviving the series has been persuading the current rights-holders to greenlight and finance a new production.