Here’s a nice lengthy interview with Howard Gordon where he discusses many aspects of the 24 series. Among the topics discussed are his favorite season to work on (the first), favorite to watch (Day 5), Kiefer Sutherland’s work habits, Jack Bauer’s magic healing powers, the most difficult character to kill, spin-offs, and the upcoming movie.
Now that the new TV season has started I thought it would be interesting to take a look at where the 24 crew went after the series ended a few months ago. Fans that have watched the DVD bonus features probably know that the cast and crew were very close to each other, and that’s…
In its first major development decision since taking the programming reins at Showtime as entertainment president, David Nevins is close to greenlighting his first pilot, a psychological thriller, from former 24 executive producer/showrunner Howard Gordon. Ben Affleck, hot off the No.1 opening of his crime caper The Town, is circling to direct. He has read…
For the first time in years, Howard Gordon has some time on his hands. Last month, the 49-year-old writer sat down with his family in Los Angeles to watch the very last episode of 24, the television drama he helped mould into one of America’s most successful exports. Gordon was the driving force behind 24,…
Howard Gordon was interviewed at BookExpo America 2010 in New York City by Authors on Tour Live about his upcoming thriller novel “The Obelisk”. He discusses the book and its character Gideon Davis, how he came up with the idea, and what it was like writing for a hit television show like 24. He says…
THR: So Jack lives. I know you’ve got the movie planned, but how much did you seriously consider killing him in the finale? Gordon: We certainly considered it. We considered killing him earlier (in the season) as an off-rhythm thing. But every time we went there and penciled it out, it didn’t feel satisfying. It…
Here’s a lengthy audio interview (30 minutes, 26 seconds) from NPR with 24 showrunner and executive producer Howard Gordon. This is a really great listen if you have the time – he explains a lot of the writing decisions made this year. Source: Counting Down The Final Minutes Of ’24’: NPR
Cochran, who left the series during Season 6, and executive producer Howard Gordon, who ran it since early in the first season, sat down with The Wrap to choose the 24 greatest moments in the “24” pantheon, presented here in chronological order. 1. Voice-over SEASON 1 | Episode 1 | Date: Nov. 6, 2001 The…
Here’s a behind the scenes movie from the 24 series wrap. (NOTE: The first 20 seconds have no audio, that’s just the way the video is). Kiefer Sutherland, Mary Lynn Rajskub, showrunner Howard Gordon, crew members Rodney Charters, Marci Michelle, and more are visible. 24 co-creator Joel Surnow showed up too and gives Kiefer a…
Interesting interview with Howard Gordon where he is asked about some of the worst decisions on the show. Zap2it: What was your worst decision? Howard Gordon: “I feel as though the story made a very wrong turn in season 6. I don’t think the idea of Jack’s family was a wrong turn, but I think…
If you’re still reeling from last night’s totally mind-blowing episode of 24, we feel you. Really, we do. And that’s why we’re here to offer up some equally mind-blowing intel on the dreaded series finale (yes, time really is almost up). And have you heard of a little thing we’re calling the fan-freaking-tastic 24 movie?!…
Showrunner Howard Gordon was interviewed on Dana Walsh’s death, her character, and what this means for Jack for the remaining episodes. There’s some interesting info in here on how they decided to make her a mole. TVGuide.com: Jack didn’t have to kill Dana. Why did he? Howard Gordon: That’s exactly the point. In this episode,…
Nearly lethal confrontation between these two? whoaaaa! Question: I’m literally dying for some 24 scoop. Please, give me some! – Daniel Ausiello: The May 24 series finale will find Jack squaring off against his most formidable adversary yet: Chloe! “Chloe and Jack are in a real face-off,” reveals executive producer Howard Gordon. “And Chloe has…
Question: Now that Renee has been killed off in 24, is there a chance of Audrey returning for the 24 movie? —Patty Ausiello: Yes, there’s a chance. “Any character who is still alive has been discussed and is being considered,” says exec producer Howard Gordon. “But I’m not ready to disclose any names because it…
Howard Gordon talks about the end of 24 and says that he knew from the start it’d likely be the final year. He also gives a very nice tidbit at the end saying that “There will be some old cast members making an appearance in the movie”.