24

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Season 5
  • Network: FOX
  • Series Premiere Date: Nov 6, 2001
Season #: 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
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9.1

Universal acclaim- based on 342 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 315 out of 342
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 342
  3. Negative: 19 out of 342
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  1. ForReals13
    Jul 5, 2021
    10
    Season 5 Prequel B+. Day 5 7:00 a.m.-8:00 a.m. A.
    Day 5 8:00 a.m.-9:00 a.m. A.
    Day 5 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. A-. Day 5 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. A-. Day 5 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. A-. Day 5 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m. A-. Day 5 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. B+. Day 5 2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. A-. Day 5 3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. B+. Day 5 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. A. Day 5 5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. A-. Day 5 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. A. Day 5    Season 5 Prequel B+. Day 5 7:00 a.m.-8:00 a.m. A.
    Day 5 8:00 a.m.-9:00 a.m. A.
    Day 5 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. A-.
    Day 5 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. A-.
    Day 5 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. A-.
    Day 5 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m. A-.
    Day 5 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. B+.
    Day 5 2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. A-.
    Day 5 3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. B+.
    Day 5 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. A.
    Day 5 5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. A-.
    Day 5 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. A.
    Day 5 7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. A.
    Day 5 8:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. A-.
    Day 5 9:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. A.
    Day 5 10:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m. A-.
    Day 5 11:00 p.m.-12:00 a.m. A-.
    Day 5 12:00 a.m.-1:00 a.m. A-.
    Day 5 1:00 a.m.-2:00 a.m. A-.
    Day 5 2:00 a.m.-3:00 a.m. A-.
    Day 5 3:00 a.m.-4:00 a.m. A-.
    Day 5 4:00 a.m.-5:00 a.m. B+.
    Day 5 5:00 a.m.-6:00 a.m. A.
    Day 5 6:00 a.m.-7:00 a.m. A.    … Expand
  2. drlowdon
    Jan 26, 2021
    9
    Having faked his own death, Jack Bauer is forced to come out of hiding when those close to him suddenly find themselves in danger.

    Widely regarded as 24’s best season, season five hits the ground running from the opening episode and never lets up. Suddenly no one, even established characters, felt safe and the action set pieces were better than ever. This was 24 at it’s absolute best!
  3. jnbayridge2288
    Mar 7, 2019
    0
    This season was boring because it had less action but i like the twist about the president being involved in the terrorist attacks.
  4. eagleeyeviking
    Nov 4, 2016
    9
    One of the best seasons to grace TV screens, 24 : Season 5 starts with a bang, continues with more bangs, and ends on a similarly high note thanks to unbelievable plot twists, terrific writing, brilliant action, non-stop thrills and wonderfully shot and paced story and action.
  5. Xtord
    Aug 20, 2016
    10
    wll i have to be honest still one of the seasons in any tv show ever. 24 is still one of best tv show i watched, beside perhaps the wire or game of thrones. But season 5, fantastic plot,great characters , and even if you did`nt like the earlier season this season is really worth watching simple because of the villain.
    I watched this over 7 times and this is no exaggeration , i am watching    wll i have to be honest still one of the seasons in any tv show ever. 24 is still one of best tv show i watched, beside perhaps the wire or game of thrones. But season 5, fantastic plot,great characters , and even if you did`nt like the earlier season this season is really worth watching simple because of the villain.
    I watched this over 7 times and this is no exaggeration , i am watching it agani now after 3-4 years since last time is so good. No dull moment, the casting is great. And i will just say this bear in mind this is my first tv show review and the only eason that is close to this imo that is very good must be the wire season 3-4 , or breaking bad season 2-4 , but anyway if i really had to have a favourite it has to be this season , so good. If there is any season worth a 10 this is it.    … Expand
  6. huckfinn22
    Sep 28, 2015
    1
    I enjoyed the first season, but the show has become unwatchable. Everyone in CTU, including Jack, shows no signs of working non-stop 24 hours without so much as a caffeine break and everyone from the White House staff to CTU has free access to their cell phones (even call centers don't allow that). But these are minor issues, the absurdity that terrorists can so easily infiltrate virtuallyI enjoyed the first season, but the show has become unwatchable. Everyone in CTU, including Jack, shows no signs of working non-stop 24 hours without so much as a caffeine break and everyone from the White House staff to CTU has free access to their cell phones (even call centers don't allow that). But these are minor issues, the absurdity that terrorists can so easily infiltrate virtually every government agency at once ... this show's popularity explains how some people I could name keep getting elected ... a lot of studpidity.… Expand
  7. vikesh2206
    Jul 22, 2015
    9
    Day 5 of 24 is the best yet with unbelievable plot twists, terrific writing, brilliant action, non-stop thrills and wonderfully shot and paced story and action.
  8. Ravens1294
    Jun 24, 2014
    10
    The best season of 24 by a long shot. With the amazing twists in the beginning, game changing twists and death, this show has gotten so good, it has to fall at some point
  9. PipePVelasco
    Oct 27, 2013
    10
    Perfect. No more words.
    I hate the many deads, because I love the characters.
    The president as the Bad Guy?? PER-FECT!!
    The best season of the entire show.
  10. mrbishy
    Oct 9, 2013
    10
    By far the best season and was always going to be hard to top, the emotions of Anger, Frustration, and Relief, causing you to scream at the TV as if you're willing on your favorite football team. the 24 Team have the knack at finding and developing characters so that you hate them with a passion whilst willing on the heroes to prevail
  11. LaMagiadeVirue
    Aug 10, 2013
    10
    Vuelve 24. Después de las anteriores temporadas que no son malas, esta destaca su trama como las mejores de todas las temporadas. Excitante, completa, adictiva e imponente como nos acostumbra.
  12. emoney
    Nov 29, 2012
    10
    This show is the best show of all time, i was more committed to this show then a black person was to popeyes and i had to be home by monday night at 9 pm me and my dad would jerk off to this show and the end of this season is some doom and lots of surprises this season is my favorite season
  13. chris10000
    Sep 17, 2012
    7
    SPOILERS!!!! They killed off every great character! Palmer, Almeida, Dessler, even Edgar, the fat guy with a lisp. The first three were killed in the first quarter and as a result the rest of the season felt very sparse and empty. No wonder everyone says S6 onwards is where 24 goes downhill. Getting rid of Tony was a big mistake though; he was the second best and most likeableSPOILERS!!!! They killed off every great character! Palmer, Almeida, Dessler, even Edgar, the fat guy with a lisp. The first three were killed in the first quarter and as a result the rest of the season felt very sparse and empty. No wonder everyone says S6 onwards is where 24 goes downhill. Getting rid of Tony was a big mistake though; he was the second best and most likeable character next to Jack and his now lack of presence has left a huge space that isn't being filled. The way he communicated with Jack was, unlike Jack with everyone else, less formal and provided a different dynamic. Overall the show continues to slip in quality ever since S2 yet despite that, it's still definitely worth a watch, as it's yet another enticing 24 puzzle that we need to see unravelled. Ignore the 9.3 user score because it's ridiculous; it would put S5 the highest season of 24 when it's the least best one out of the five so far. Still very good though.… Expand
  14. colten97
    Mar 5, 2012
    7
    Far from running out of tricks, the fifth season of "24" opens with a bang, incorporating an element of mystery that promises to be more satisfying than the somewhat disappointing fourth day in Jack Bauer's very busy life. Traditionally, the series starts its year on a high and sags in the middle rounds, but Fox's clever scheduling ploy of launching the show with four hours over two nightsFar from running out of tricks, the fifth season of "24" opens with a bang, incorporating an element of mystery that promises to be more satisfying than the somewhat disappointing fourth day in Jack Bauer's very busy life. Traditionally, the series starts its year on a high and sags in the middle rounds, but Fox's clever scheduling ploy of launching the show with four hours over two nights should plant the hook deep based on those episodes, leading loyalists to hang on for the thrill ride. Beginning 18 months after Jack faked his death, the series quickly launches into a new threat, with twists that Fox has understandably asked critics not to disclose. As for the plot, it's enough to say the officious, sniveling bureaucrat who took office last season, President Logan is still in power, banking on a Russian summit to serve as the apex of his presidency. In the world of "24," such events are never without a hitch, but the ever-present theme of terrorism and how bad good guys must become to counter evil gets a bit less of a ham-fisted working over this time around. Then again, perhaps that's merely in comparison to season four, which featured so many acts of righteous torture it began to seem as if Dick Cheney was among the showrunners. As always, truly savoring this tightrope act requires some suspension of disbelief, from the synergistic plugs for Fox News to the ridiculously navigable L.A. traffic, as people zip from place to place in those ubiquitous Fords at a pace that can only leave real-life commuters scoffing. Still, the show continues to feature a top-notch cast, with Kiefer Sutherland providing the right mix of can-do machismo and world-weariness as the indomitable Jack, who has found a new love interest that, based on history, is sure to end badly. Frankly, I'd still like to see Fox roll the dice by bringing the series back without him -- letting some new agent suffer Job's trials to keep us free -- but there's no denying the grit and intensity the actor invests in the role. Joining the ensemble, meanwhile, is the intriguing Jean Smart as the troubled First Lady and Sean Astin as a new overseer of the Counter-Terrorism Unit. Back, too, is Mary Lynn Rajskub as Jack's tech-geek ally Chloe, who at one point assures a third party there's nothing to worry about as Jack sneaks up behind a heavily armed man. "Relax," she says, in a voice that invariably suggests anything but relaxing, "he's really good at this." That he is.… Expand
  15. iGame86
    Nov 16, 2011
    10
    Season 5: Jack Bauer and 24 at their finest. This probably his best season ever, even beating out my old favorite, season 2. No show can get my adrenaline racing like 24. 5 is the peak season of an incredible series
  16. mvtls_com
    Jul 21, 2011
    9
    The story line is similar to other seasons. Enemies are Southeast or Soviet Union, betrayer and surprise ending... But still love it. I've had so much fun.

    - mvtls.com
  17. jackbauer4ever
    Nov 18, 2010
    10
    Beautifully Scripted, wonderfully cast. Incredible plot twists that keep the audience entertained and satisfied. This season is the best one since the first. Benefiting on a mesmerizing performance from Kiefer Sutherland in each and every episode, the show has yet to die down in its complexity. There are no words in the English language that can accurately describe the effects that 24 hasBeautifully Scripted, wonderfully cast. Incredible plot twists that keep the audience entertained and satisfied. This season is the best one since the first. Benefiting on a mesmerizing performance from Kiefer Sutherland in each and every episode, the show has yet to die down in its complexity. There are no words in the English language that can accurately describe the effects that 24 has on the human mind.… Expand
  18. MuhammadG.
    Nov 10, 2007
    10
    Best 24 season ever.
  19. TT
    Oct 31, 2007
    7
    I found this season pretty disappointing. Writing that is more melodramatic than usual, it just didn't hold up. Still fairly entertaining, but a big drop from seasons past.
  20. BillT
    Oct 4, 2007
    10
    Pure fantasy entertainment, but with enough reality to really scare and get us thinking. Most of the women are superattractive and sexy (even the first lady), while Jack is seemingly admired equally by men and women fans. Great, great TV show.
  21. JulyP
    Apr 4, 2007
    10
    Awesome show. Kiefer rocks!!!
  22. GiusyTriso
    Apr 4, 2007
    10
    The best show EVER!!!
  23. MichaelC
    Feb 12, 2007
    4
    This season is filled with poor writing. For example, I think the subplot of Jack's father, Phillip, is beyond ridiculous. Nothing to do with his motives, just CTU's apparent apathy to even question him, let alone allow to freely tamper with evidence, spy on them, etc. I cringed while I watched how dumb that was.
  24. R.
    Feb 11, 2007
    10
    A superb season.
  25. Isledeclare
    Jan 16, 2007
    10
    Loved it! It was my first time watching. I think I have found a show that my sci-fi loving husband and I can actually enjoy together.
  26. KarenG
    Jan 15, 2007
    10
    Great show...keeps you on the edge of your seat! We had a "24 Party" at my house! Everyone there rates this show a 10+!!!!!
  27. NateB
    Jan 9, 2007
    10
    Best season of 24 since season 1, though I could understand how many people would think this season is the best. There is a lot more action, no stupid filler story lines (to the extent they existed in season 2 through 4), and a lot of gut wrenching emotional moments. The writers make it so you can never stop watching and the acting is better than almost any other medium (television, Best season of 24 since season 1, though I could understand how many people would think this season is the best. There is a lot more action, no stupid filler story lines (to the extent they existed in season 2 through 4), and a lot of gut wrenching emotional moments. The writers make it so you can never stop watching and the acting is better than almost any other medium (television, movies, etc.). The only negative is that after watching this season every other show seems kind of lame in comparison. 24 is perfect.… Expand
  28. joemomma
    Jan 4, 2007
    10
    jack bauer ROCKS!
  29. chasew
    Jan 3, 2007
    10
    I love this show. Personally, im in love with Elisha Cuthbert. Give me a call. :)
  30. AndyW
    Dec 31, 2006
    10
    even watching this on dvd, i'm convinced that season 5 is one of the best seasons i've seen on television ever!
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#5 Best TV Season of 2006
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#8 Most Discussed TV Season of 2006
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#19 Most Shared TV Season of 2006

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Metascore
89

Universal acclaim - based on 21 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 21 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 21
  3. Negative: 0 out of 21
  1. The Hollywood Reporter
    Reviewed by: Barry Garron
    100
    A heart-pounding, mesmerizing adventure unlike anything else up or down the dial.
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  2. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
    Reviewed by: Rob Owen
    90
    It's the most thrilling premiere hour of "24" yet.
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  3. TV Guide Magazine
    Reviewed by: Matt Roush
    90
    I didn’t know how 24 could top last season, but so far it’s working. And the edge of my seat is already frayed.
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