'24’: Original Show Creators Working on Prequel | THR News

The transcript discusses the development of a prequel series for the 24 franchise, focusing on Jack Bauer's origin story. Original creators Joel Surnow and Bob Cochran, along with Howard Gordon, are involved in the project. The series aims to maintain the real-time storytelling style of the original. While casting has not begun, the series is expected to air mid-season. The transcript also reviews the performance of past series like 24 Legacy and explores future directions for the franchise, including potential new venues and storytelling modes.

What is the focus of the new prequel series in the 24 franchise?

• The end of the 24 series

• The future of Jack Bauer

• A new counterterrorist unit

• The origin story of Jack Bauer

Who were the original creators involved in the new prequel series?

• Joel Surnow and Bob Cochran

• Howard Gordon and Brian Grazer

• David Madden and Dana Walden

• Kiefer Sutherland and Corey Hawkins

What was the outcome of the 24: Legacy series?

• It was turned into a book series

• It became a movie

• It was canceled after one season

• It was renewed for multiple seasons

What storytelling element does the network want to retain in the new 24 series?

• A musical format

• A documentary style

• Real-time storytelling

• A focus on comedy

What is the network's goal for the new 24 series?

• To create a standalone movie

• To explore a new venue with the same style

• To focus on a different genre

• To end the franchise