The worldwide hit television series 24 introduced us to Jack Bauer, a Special Agent at the Los Angeles branch of CTU — the Counter-Terrorist Unit.

Go behind the scenes of this unique show with a full colour official guide to the fifth season. In addition to episode breakdowns, unseen pictures and interviews with the cast and crew, this companion features an in memoriam section, a presidential profile, plus in-depth sections on the Emmy-award winning production departments.

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A television phenomenon for the twenty-first century, 24 has garnered both critical acclaim and public praise since it began. The adventures of Federal Agent Jack Bauer have proved endlessly thrilling and addictive. This is an innovative show that has kept people gripped to the edge of their seats with its twisting plots, nail-biting suspense and explosive action. This multi Emmy Award-winning fifth season saw Jack face America’s most powerful enemy yet: the President of the United States! But fans want to know how this great show is created. How does the production team go about making twenty-four episodes of high drama each year? What key events occur each hour? Who wrote each episode? Now Tara DiLullo is given exclusive and authorized access into the making of 24’s much celebrated fifth season in this comprehensive companion.

Presented here in 24: The Official Companion Season 5 is the definitive guide to everything you’ve always wanted to know about the excellent fifth season. This is more than just a list of episode plot synopses. Author Tara DiLullo takes us through every episode from both seasons, offering behind-the-scenes information you cannot afford to miss. No other guide is packed with so much detailed information. This companion includes a feature with the show’s creators talking about the creation of season five, an interview with Jack Bauer himself Kiefer Sutherland, commentary on the show through exclusive cast and crew interviews with rare full colour photos. But that’s not all. Also included is a detailed timeframe/key events, credits and in-depth analysis for all 24 episodes, character profiles, episode trivia, declassified fun facts, an in-depth look at writing episodes 5:00pm – 6:00pm and 6:00pm – 7:00pm with script excerpts, an In Memoriam feature with reflections by cast and crew, presidential profiles and an in-depth look at the 24 Emmy Award Winners for this fifth season with crew interviews. This bestselling compendium is simply a must for every 24 fan and collector. Keep in the know about this terrific show. Jack Bauer must save America from its most powerful leader!

Tara DiLullo Bennett is a successful author and writer who has contributed to many genre publications including 24: The Official Magazine, Dreamwatch and popular website SciFi.com. Apart from writing the 24 Official Companion series DiLullo has also contributed articles for Firefly: The Official Companion Volumes 1 & 2 and Fantastic 4: The Making of the Movie.

“The most reliable and involving thriller in TV history.” – Hollywood Reporter

“24 fanatics will want to add this to their collection.” – Sci-Fi Online

“If you are a fan of the show you need this book” – Games Gazette

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