I just started watching the show
24 a few days ago, and it's quite cool. Part of its immediate appeal is the unique concept: The entire season of 24 episodes takes place in a 24-hour period, with each episode playing out in real time. Episode one starts at midnight and concludes at 1 A.M.; episode two continues the story from 1 until 2 A.M.; and so on - you get the point. A great way to tell a story, but not a very flexible one for the writers, as they're locked down into one tightly scripted plot and a limited scenario during the course of the season. The show also requires the audience to watch every single episode. Not a problem for me - I watch all TV-shows on VCD - but I can see that getting in the way of the show's success. Unfortunately, as
24 is a perfect example of the possibilities inherent in a TV-series format, as long as the producers aren't afraid to experiment with the standard formula. Recommended.