Kiefer Sutherland says he’d “love” to reprise his iconic role, but only if the story and execution honor the legacy of 24.
Summary
– Kiefer Sutherland expresses interest in returning as Jack Bauer for a potential 24 revival
– The actor insists the story must be strong and true to the show’s legacy
– Talks about nostalgia, quality, and fairness to fans and the series
Kiefer Sutherland has broken his silence on whether he’d return as Jack Bauer if the long-rumored 24 revival moves forward. Speaking exclusively with MovieWeb, the Emmy-winning actor revealed that he still feels deeply connected to the franchise but would only return under the right circumstances.
Sutherland said he has “a lot of nostalgia” for the role and acknowledged that he and the creative team have struggled to find a story direction that feels authentic. While confirming that discussions about a potential comeback are happening, he made it clear that quality remains his top priority.
He explained that he doesn’t want a revival that fails to live up to the original’s legacy, saying it “wouldn’t be fair to the fans or to the show itself.” Sutherland emphasized that any new story needs to feel emotionally and thematically grounded, something he can genuinely believe in.
Jack Bauer was last seen in 2014’s 24: Live Another Day, where he surrendered to Russian agents, leaving fans without closure for over a decade. With momentum building behind the 24 revival, Sutherland’s comments give longtime viewers hope that Bauer’s story may finally reach its conclusion.
