Fox Has a "24" Series Prequel In The Works

Jack Bauer may return to save the world — again. Sources confirmed to Variety that a prequel to the hit show 24 is in the works. Showrunner Howard Gordon and original series co-creators Joel Surnow and Bob Cochran are working on a new iteration focusing on young Bauer. The project is still in early phases and there is no word on when, if ever, it will air.

I am so excited by Jack Bauer I’m unable to spell Kiefer. Oh well

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If the project does move forward, it’ll be the third time Fox has attempted to relaunch the franchise. The original 24 aired from 2002-2010, with Kiefer Sutherland as Bauer. In 2014, Fox brought the show back through a limited series called 24: Live Another Day. Then, they had Corey Hawkins star as an entirely new character, Eric Carter, in 24: Legacy.

I love 24 and Jack Bauer, but please, let them rest in peace | Television & radio | The Guardian https://t.co/fVfXf8hl8E

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