| Jack Bauer | |
|---|---|
| 24 character | |
 Kiefer Sutherland as Jack Bauer | |
| First appearance | Day 1 – Episode 1 |
| Last appearance | Live Another Day – Episode 12 |
| Created by | Joel Surnow Robert Cochran |
| Portrayed by | Kiefer Sutherland |
| Days | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
| Other appearances | 24: The Game 24: Redemption |
| In-universe information | |
| Family | Phillip Bauer (father) Graem Bauer (brother) Josh Bauer (nephew) Stephen Wesley (son-in-law) Teri Wesley (granddaughter) Unnamed grandson |
| Spouse | Teri Bauer (deceased) |
| Children | Kim Bauer |
Jack Bauer is a fictional character and the protagonist of the Fox television series 24. Throughout the majority of the series' running, Bauer serves as a key member of the fictional CTU and other institutions. Bauer's job usually involves helping prevent major terrorist attacks on the United States, saving both civilian lives and government administrations. On many occasions, Jack does so at great personal expense, as those he thwarts subsequently target him and his loved ones. Bauer is not a crooked agent; though his frequent use of torture to gather information has generated much controversy and discussion.
Actor Kiefer Sutherland portrays Jack Bauer in the television show[1] and video game. The television series was originally set to end on May 24, 2010, after eight successful seasons but was revived for a limited ninth season, which premiered on May 5, 2014.[2] A feature film was set to be released; however, discussions ended over a contract dispute with Fox.
Bauer has received critical acclaim from audiences and critics. TV Guide ranked him No. 49 on their list of "TV's Top 50 Heroes" and Sky 1 listed Jack as No. 1 on their list of "TV's toughest men". Entertainment Weekly named Jack Bauer one of The 20 All Time Coolest Heroes in Pop Culture.[3] In June 2010, Entertainment Weekly also named him one of the 100 Greatest Characters of the Last 20 Years.[4] Jack is also the only character in the show to have appeared in all episodes.
- ^ Ken Tucker, "24: Mondays, 9 p.m., premiering Sunday, Jan. 11, at 8 pm," Entertainment Weekly 1o30 (January 16, 2009): 56.
- ^ Ausiello, Michael (January 13, 2014). "Fox Announces Spring Premiere Dates for 24: Live Another Day, Surviving Jack and More". TVLine. Archived from the original on October 3, 2018. Retrieved February 6, 2014.
- ^ "Entertainment Weekly's 20 All Time Coolest Heroes in Pop Culture". Entertainment Weekly. Archived from the original on September 2, 2014. Retrieved May 21, 2010.
- ^ Adam B. Vary (June 1, 2010). "The 100 Greatest Characters of the Last 20 Years: Here's our full list!". Entertainment Weekly. Time Inc. Retrieved July 7, 2012.