Jack Bauer facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Jack Bauer |
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Kiefer Sutherland as Jack Bauer
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| Portrayed by | Kiefer Sutherland |
| Days | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, |
| Other appearances | ' ' |
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| Family | Phillip Bauer (father) Graem Bauer (brother) Josh Bauer (nephew) Stephen Wesley (son-in-law) Teri Wesley (granddaughter) |
| Spouse(s) | Teri Bauer |
| Significant other(s) | Audrey Raines Nina Myers Claudia Hernandez Kate Warner Renee Walker |
| Children | Kim Bauer |
Jack Bauer is a fictional character and the lead protagonist of the Fox television series 24. His character has worked in various capacities on the show, often as a member of the Counter Terrorist Unit (CTU) based in Los Angeles, and working with the FBI in Washington, D.C. during season 7.
Within the 24 storyline, Bauer is a key member of the CTU, actually its director in Season 1, and is often portrayed as their most capable agent. Bauer's job usually involves helping prevent major terrorist attacks on the United States, saving both civilian lives and government administrations. On many occasions, Jack does so at great personal expense, as those he thwarts subsequently target him and his loved ones.
Actor Kiefer Sutherland portrays Jack Bauer in the television show and video game. The television series was originally set to end on May 24, 2010 after eight successful seasons but was renewed for a ninth season, which premiered on May 5, 2014.
TV Guide ranked him No. 49 on their list of "TV's Top 50 Heroes" and Sky 1 listed Jack as No. 1 on their list of "TV's toughest men". Entertainment Weekly named Jack Bauer one of The 20 All Time Coolest Heroes in Pop Culture. In June 2010, Entertainment Weekly also named him one of the 100 Greatest Characters of the Last 20 Years. Jack is also the only character in the show to have appeared in all episodes.
According to the show's creators, the name "Jack Bauer" was chosen as a reference to the Midwestern card game euchre, in which Jacks are the most powerful cards in the deck and referred to by the players as "Bowers." Coincidentally, euchre is also played with a deck of exactly 24 cards.
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In other media
As the principal character in 24, Jack plays a prominent role in the television series as well as the video game. Jack is the lead protagonist of the 24 series and the books, and has appeared in every episode to date. Kiefer Sutherland has portrayed Jack Bauer in these episodes, including the prequels and the webisodes. Additionally, he voiced the same character in 24: The Game, 24: Day Zero and 24: DVD Board Game.
Jack Bauer is also featured in all four prequels, that can be found on the 24 DVD releases and various websites. These prequels are designed to bridge the gap between seasons. They provide backstory into story arcs for upcoming seasons, namely insight into what Jack's actions have been leading up to the next season. Prequels have been made for Seasons 4, 5, 6, and 7.
Webisodes of 24: Day 6 Debrief takes place 35 hours after the nuclear device exploded in Valencia, California. The series consists of 5 segments, no longer than three minutes in length each. 24: The Game takes place between Day 2 and 3.
IDW has released a series of comic books based on the adventures of Jack Bauer and other members of the 24 Cast. 24's Comic License is published by IDW Publishing.
Images for kids
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Bauer in 24: The Game, which takes place six months after Day 2.
See also
In Spanish: Jack Bauer para niños
