24 (2001)
A counterterrorism agent battles relentless threats in real-time, making every second a high-octane fight for survival.
Counterterrorism agent Jack Bauer fights the bad guys of the world, a day at a time. With each week's episode unfolding in real-time, "24" covers a single day in the life of Bauer each season.
How intense is 24?
24 is mildly scary, with light gore and brutal violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is relentless, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated TV-14.
What 24 feels like
- Tone
- tensesuspensefulgrittyhigh octane
- Pace
- Relentless
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream 24
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 16, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is 24 for you?
Is 24 scary?
Only a little. 24 has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is 24 gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and brutal violence (3 of 3).
Is 24 sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is 24 OK for kids?
It is rated TV-14. Intensity: scare 1, gore 1, violence 3, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is 24?
Episodes run about 45m.
Where can I stream 24?
24 is streaming on Hulu.
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