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I was talking recently with some friends about how each new season of 24 seems to up the stakes, leaving one to ask, “How will they top themselves this year?” Invariabley they do, though after last season I still asked the question. How can they possibly top themselves with this new season?
Well, um, after watching the Season 6 trailer I think they’re going to find a way to do it.
Conan’s Emmys opening (including parodies of Lost and 24) NOTE: Has since been removed.
My old entry about 24 still gets a ton of Google traffic. There are 69 comments at last count, even one from Cuba, where apparently they steal American TV from satellite. The comments are mostly vapid “24 rulez!” but it’s interesting that people will stop to tell me that.
[NOTE: For those arriving here looking for information on Season 6 of 24, you can catch up now and buy the Season 6 premiere on DVD for only $10.]
At first I was complaining that I didn’t want to sit through four hours of 24 over two nights. But watching it tonight made me realize that it usually takes about 4 or 5 episodes for 24 to get really good. So starting it off with two consecutive 2 hour blocks is actually a pretty good way to accelerate things. I approve, FOX.
Also, having skipped last season, where the hell did everyone go?
Garrett
The second paragraph of my entry answers your last question, hopefully without spoiling anything about the 3rd season.
Shawn
Fantastic! Thanks. So Palmer was in season 3 but they never explained what happened to him thus far? Tony is unaccounted for… OK. I can assume that since Palmer is gone that his annoying ex-wife won’t be making any more appearances? Was she in season 3? Who’s the Chase character that you say Kim is living with? Do I need to know about that? It seems like I’m just about as in the dark as someone who watched season 3, no?
I don’t care about spoiling season 3 personally, I don’t plan on watching it. Just warn everyone with all caps and some asterisks if there’s anything I asked that is spoiler-ish.
Garrett
SPOILERS FOR SEASON THREE
Palmer
President Palmer was in season three, yes, running for re-election. He ended up resigning from the race at the end of the season because of the following:
So Palmer resigns. He tells Jack in the last episode that he’s not going to be seeking re-election and that he hopes to be friends with him once he’s a civilian again.
Tony Almeida
He’s not unaccounted for, he’s in jail. In season three, Tony was forced into helping the terrorists because they had Michelle hostage. Unlike when Jack went against CTU in season one, which he did because he was informed that no one at CTU was to be trusted because of moles (see Nina, below), Tony went against CTU purely to save Michelle. Apparently Division didn’t like this, so they told him he would be tried for treason.
There was no reason to suspect this didn’t happen some time before season 4 started, but I’m sure he won’t be back. If he is, I would be surprised. It’s too bad, too, because he was a good character. Michelle, I could care less about. I expected her to die in season 3 (she was exposed to the virus released in a hotel but was one of like 15 people to survive, sadly), and was disappointed when she didn’t. But two other deaths made up for it.
Nina Meyers
Oh, Nina. How we loved you in season 1 when you ended up being the mole. How shocked we were when we hear someone speaking a foreign language one minute before the end of the 23rd hour and then we saw your face. That was one of the greatest moments of the series. Oh, and then you killed Teri. That was even better because she was terrible.
The unfortunate thing about Nina, though, was that they just. kept. bringing. her. back. How many times can one woman be arrested, escape and still be a problem for Jack? Three times, actually. Seasons 1, 2 and 3.
The good news is, Jack finally got tired of her. Half-way through the third day, Jack killed an unarmed and injured Nina in CTU while she lie on the ground bleeding. She wasn’t reaching for her gun, she wasn’t fighting. She said she could help him, that she had more information. He said, “No, you don’t,” stepped in front of the security camera (so as to block its view), and shot her three times.
Ryan Chappelle
Remember Chappelle from Division? He’s been a dick since the first season. Well, in a moment of pure suspense pornography, the terrorists demanded in season three that Jack kill him and deliver his body or they would release more of the virus. Jack tried to stall them, but plans fell through and-yes, my god, yes-Jack killed Ryan Chappelle execution-style in a train yard. The worst part? Chappelle didn’t struggle. He was crying, Jack was in shock, and Jack said, “Get on your knees.” Then: Bam. Chappelle falls. Tick-tock, tick-tock. GOOD. SHIT.
Chase Edmunds
Chase was a new character in season three, and he was Jack’s field-ops partner. He was also secretly dating Kim. At the end of season three, Jack and Chase track down the virus and chase the carrier into a school. They split up to look for him, Chase finds him first. As they fight, the terrorist drops his vial and, apparently in an effort to not let the guy get away with the vial, Chase clamps it to his arm before passing out. The terrorist arms the bomb and nearly shoots him when Jack comes in and kills him.
Chase wakes up and realizes the timer only has like 2 minutes left. They call the bomb squad but they don’t know how to disarm it. Jack tries to get the vial off his wrist, but can’t. Chase sees an axe on the wall and tells Jack to use it. Jack does. With 20 seconds left, he tells Chase to brace himself and then CUTS. CHASE’S. HAND. OFF. Chase screams and immediately passes out. Jack runs into a lab and puts the vial into a freezer where it pops but doesn’t hurt anyone.
Two notes
Shawn
Holy.
Fucking.
Shit.
Why didn’t I watch Season Three?
Ellie
Last night’s show was fantastic! I can’t wait for tonight. I also heard that there will be no STOPS in the season as they’ve done before. They finally moved it off the American Idol night.
mookid
Season Four (so far anyways) feels just like Season One all over again, I love it! I found Season Three to get a weeeee bit on the tedious side, this one feels more like home. hehe. Funniest thing is that I actually like Chloe this year (maybe since she’s helping Jack for a change)!
24 is such a blessing in this crisis of “reality TV”…(funny that Fox is actually the worst for laughable reality shows)…I haven’t found myself itching and waiting for the next week and rushing home to watch a show since the first few seasons of The X-Files…oh, and LOST. =)
There is a great interview on the Fox 24 site that shows who’s coming back this season…I won’t mention who just incase anyone doesn’t want to know…
http://www.fox.com/24/24inside/
All in “24 Hours”…amazing.
melissa
I think season 3 was definitely the best season of 24. I wish that in season 4 the smae characters from season 3 were in it, like Kim and Chase. I really liked them both in season 3. I don’t think there’s gonna be a season 5, but that would be awesome if they had one with all the characters that were alive on season 3 and 4.
Anonymous
Regarding season 5:
Minor Spoiler:
Mary Lynn Raskjub in an interview said that her character (Chloe O’Brian) would be returning as a regular character in season 5.
Joe
Well last night was the end of season 4(the best season yet) and yes it has been confirmed….in January season 5 starts!!! Wooooooo
Will
Does anyone know if Kiefer Sutherland will be returning for season 5?Because the show would pretty much suck without him. So if anyone knows anything about this please let me know -Thx
Shawn Morrison
The teaser for Season 5 said something to the effect of “If you think 24 is over then you don’t know Jack.” Showing the shot of Jack from the end of season 4. I’m fairly certain that strongly implies he is coming back.
Cygoku
Good lord YES! I’ve just finished watching season 4 and I think this one as the best emotional ending. 24 seconds later ;) I’m there looking for season 5 info on google and happened to have my expections confirmed here!
I SAY YES!
Cygoku
Will
Thank you Shawn. Thats a relief to know. Could you tell me where to find that season 5 teaser? -Thx
Ken
Season Five. Some poor civilian is going to start crap with him(Jack). It’ll be 24 hours of hell for the fool.
Shawn
Will - The Season 5 teaser was what aired directly after the end of last night’s show. It didn’t show any of Season 5 (just clips from the past) though I’d still consider it a teaser. I can’t find it online though, sorry.
Will
Hmm I guess I missed this at the end of the show last night thx anyway Shawn. I have another question, Ive never seen the season 1 of 24 and I was wondering if it would be worth it to buy it on DVD? -Thx -Will
Shawn Morrison
Definitely worth it. Some interesting “How Jack Bauer Became Jack Bauer” stuff in there. He never was quite the same after that first season. Note that he does not need to save the world in Season 1 just his own family but that said I still think the first season was the best.
Richard UK
OMG just finished watching season 4 and i think its awesome! I havent watched previous seasons so thats me off to the shops to buy them.. think i might take a week off work to watch them :) i cant wait!
Garrett
The first season is also about saving President David Palmer, which gives you a nice insight as to why they like each other so much (and their connected pasts).
The interesting thing to me about the first season is how much it dramatically changes half-way through (around the 12th episode), because the show hadn’t been officially picked up until near then. Basically, the 12th episode feels like the end of one season and the beginning of a new one.
It’s a really great season, definitely worth the money for the DVDs.
alyssia sharpe
There is going to be a season 5 look on - www.fox.com/24 - it says “Season 5 returns Janruary”
SPOILER KING
A MAJOR SPOILER! SEASON 5 is to start off with a bombing of a major or “high-value” target. this targer is unclear to be an actual building or a person of importance inside the building but some one Jack was close to (im guessing Palmer or Tony) dies in the bombing and Jack goes back to CTU undocumented to help as a FEILD OPS agent once more. rumour is: the chineese need help and that way they can trade bake ol’ KEIFERS identity for his humble services.
James
Of course there is a season 5, if you thought there wasn’t, then you don’t know Jack.
Brian
No storyline for Season 5 has even been discussed yet. Meetings don’t take place for another 2 weeks yet.
YJD
Just got off of season 4…. bit dissapointed with the ending. Every other season has ended with a bit of a shock scene (jack crying, who’da’thunk it???).
That aside, god damn thats some good veiwing….not as good as season 3 but close… why? Ryan Schapelle getting his brains plastered all over a trainyard has got to be the best 30 seconds of tv in the history of the universe.
Would be good to see jack do an Anikin Skywalker.
But then im all starwar’s-ed out.
So hopefully he just blows lots of crap up and kills lots of bad guys.
And a few good guys for good measure and viewing pleasure
Daltry
I read in Entertainment Weekly, that there is going to be at least 7-8 seasons total and thats taken from an interview with Jack. 24 is the best show ever, get the blockbuster month pass and watch them all in order!
spunkie
24 is friggin awsome~ i would be my pants for it…cause its sooo awsome
24fan
Fox has only signed them so far just through season 6
davidr
i love 24 i have been a fan since at first started but and i cant wait till season 5 but after watcing season 4 the last episode i think that it would be a perfect endin for jack and that if thay stoped know it would be a classic that will last forever
belette
Hi everybody! I’m a big fan of 24 and thanks to internet, I have seen season 4 even if I live in France. I would like to know if there is a way to assist at the shooting of the new season, as an extra or only as a spectator. Many thanks for your help!
Scott B. Foresman
Season one is by far the best season in the series with the best villian. season 2 and 3 were ok, but the 4th is definately second best. Season 4 has the best ending. i was imagining something a little different, watching the episodes leading up to the end i was imagining him actually going to the chinese death camp, and kicking some major ass, excaping and returning to america and kcking more ass. Jacks character was 10 times cooler than he has ever been. I doubt anything will make him turn bad, i mean terrorist and the US government have fucked him over in the past, but he always acts America’s best intrest in mind. Thats a major change from the first season, but what does he relaly have to lose now? i like the new nothing to lose jack it makes for way beterr tv. Now about season 5, its gonna be awesome as long as Jack remains. as soon as i saw the last episode, i was afriad Jack might not return. The spoiler hints to him coming back but they could still kill him off in the first episode. It is not what i want to happen and i couldnt imagine y they would kill him off, but regardless if Fox ever releases a season of 24 without Jack Bauer i will burn down the studio.
Zack
It will probably be Kim and Chase who get blown up in that building, since she said she doesnt want to do the show anymore that otta’ piss off Jack
jay
Season 4 was great… but the realtime timescale seemed a lil too crammed…personally i think they had a great story line, but it jus seemed a bit unbelievable that its possible for all of that to have happened within 24hrs.
I have no doubt jack will be back… but jus for you guys i’ll try n dig more info up…( i have a friend who lives/hangs with Kiefer in LA.)
Sophie
Thanks you guys - for the info on season 4…. I havent been able to watch that yet, and cant wait for the DVD to come out. Its pretty sad that tony isnt coming back - i quite liked him! and yeah, the shows nothing w/o jack! and why’d they lose kate as jack love interest???
Phil K
One night I was flipping through channels and came to 24 hours season 3 during March. I end up buying seasons 1-3 to catch up on 24 now I am going to have to buy season 4 to see the begining of season 4.
AES11
Any news on Jack returning in Season 5? Think FOX will really churn out a full season (or more) without Jack?
Luke
No i don’t, cos its confirmed hes comin back :D
Emily
wat a brilliant way to end season 4!…..wonder how season 5 is shown!
Rahul
I just have to say that Habib Marwan was the best ever villan in Season 4 of 24. How much ever close the guy came close to getting caught by Jack, he always managed to escape. He was in a class of his own. His plans actually would have succeeded as the nuke missile was launched in time but the fighter jets blew it at the last second. He never actually got caught by Jack.
It would be class to have a villain like him for season 5 of 24.
Tom
All season 5 info seems to be contradictory!
ANN
I THOUGHT THAT SEASON FIVE OF “24” WAS BEGINNING TONIGNT, SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 25, 2005 ? ? ? THIS IS THE ONLY SHOW LEFT THAT IS “GREAT” ! ! !
IF SOMEONE KNOWS THE START DATE PLEASE LET ME KNOW. THANK YOU, ANN
Chris Cross
So, do I really have to wait until January for season 5 of 24 ? ? ? Please tell me its no so …
Gibs
Perhaps season 5 will just be a whole lot of dramatic multi-angle shots of Jack taking a well earned, 24 hour long sleep/toilet break… cos, shit, he deserves it!
Rahul, I agree with you. I’d actually expand the villain in season 4 from Marwan (a.k.a the mummy!) to the whole terrorist group as a whole. They were all so immaculately organised, had a zillion backup plans and diversionary plots that it’s a miracle they were stopped at all (then again, Bauer is a bit of a miracle man himself). Marwan himself was a bit bland, but I guess he had to be, to portray that overwhelming sense of focus and composure under pressure.
For speculation on season 5’s plot, I say look to the headlines. 24 usually seems to take its tone from what’s currently scaring the bejeezus out of people in the real world. Perhaps it’s not too late to see a Jack vs. Hurricane/Bushfire/Tsunami season…
basole
I liked season 3 most. But Season 4 was nice too and Im looking forward to season 5. I hope Palmer & not almeida gets killed. Tony is such a nice character. I would love to see more of Chase as I really liked his role in Season 3.
mark
I love 24 but i think that the producers since season 3 have been killing the very characters we love to see around Bauer i.e George Mason, Shappelle, Nina Myers, Mrs Palmer name it. word of advice keep the characters add some more but keep those we have come to like i.e Palmer( i would love to see him president again) ,Almeida, Mike, Michelle e.t.c and Boy i cant wait to see how jack gets back into action. On the whole you are better han Alias and bravo mates… well done
BigbadBrit
I have to say that some of you need to get out more. I have all 4 seasons on DVD and think they are all very good in their own right. Why compare and say which is best? Although largely inane comments from most people, some rather interesting stuff from others. If anyone else says ‘is jack comming back’ my blood pressure is likely to get a whole lot worse. Of course he is for goodness sakes and if they commission a 6th which I dont think has been confirmed yet, he will be in that too unless fox seriously piss him orf. Roll on Season 5; I will have to buy on DVD in Summer though as cannot get satellite…..poor show. Enjoy
Jason
My personal thought is that Michelle is going to die in or around the first couple of episodes of season 5 possibly causing Tony to become really emotional or full of rage. On IMDb.com, the guest stars are already in (or mostly in) for the first handfull of episodes in season 5 and Michelle only appears in the first 2 episodes. I also believe that Tony can not die… he is one of those main characters that makes 24 so awesome. Really, what would 24 be without Jack or Tony?
JamieJ
Hey all,
I’m new to this, but watched every episode of every season, and fuck me backwards if it aint the best thing since blowjobs were invented. i doesn’t seem as though anyopne actually knows what is going on with this new season though, i mean one minute rumours are that jack’s going to be in it with all the old cast, (with the obvious exception of Nina), then, It’s Tony’s turn to die, and Chloe’s gonna go off with some terrorist (some other rumours from other sites!?!) i mean, it just sounds as though everyone likes to think they know what’s going on with it, from rumours that they have heard (which were made up from the person that told them in the first place!)
Season two was very nearly the best of the lot, i mean, the ending (palmer drops and everyone thinks he’s dead!!!!), but it just couldn’t get close enough to season three to be the best.
how’s jack gonna make a comeback after everyone think’s he’s dead??
tell u what, I’m waiting till april (that’s when we get it in England (apparently) and make my own mind up,
catch you all later
steve maina
Am steve from kenya 24 rocks!!!!av watched all seasonz and without a doubt season 2 waz the bomb!!!! I hope season 5 will live up to the other seasonz!! CANT WAIT
Ekul
i just watched the finale of series 4, and was happy to find that Cygoku had exactly the same idea as me, i instantly googled up series 5 of 24, i think the ending was great, but convinced me that there was a posibility of that being the end of 24, all the loose ends were tied up (except behrooz, but that is explained in the deleted scenes on the dvd). after reading theorys and spoliers, i think that palmer will be killed off in the opening. he no longer has any way for his character to evolve, he can no longer be president, he has paid back his debt to jack by saving his life, and who better to be killed off to REALLY pee jack off. o by the way, MANDY ROCKS, i hope she is in series 5 too, and can sombody tell me, was she in series 3 at any point? coz shes been in 1 2 and 4, figured she must of been at least mentioned in 3…
Tom
A&E is showing all the episodes of 24 for four hours on Monday. They’re in season 2 with the last 8 hours to go. I guess it’s leading up to season 5
Belgium
I’ve just watched 24 in Belgium. The last episode was on Monday 21th of November 2005. It was the best season ever imo. What i’m asking is when will season 5 be on television in the US?
(I read here that there will certainly be a Season 5 WITH Kiefer Sutherland! Would be Just so amazing!)
antoine
I a of th opinion that there will be 7 seasons, one for every day of a week. or hopefully 365!
Shae
Well I must say I am siked about Season 5. You think it will prolly continue with the whole China ordeal?? I woul dlove to see Chloe get out there in the field this season. 24 is GREAT SHOW!! As fans, we have all been through the Nina Drama, Queen Bitch Sherri Palmer Escapades, Wacky Chloe, Tony & Michelle saga, not to mention how many CTU directors now?? oh and of course JACK.Damn shame what he has been through. I couldnt stand Kim the first two seasons, but she sort of grew on me a little bit.
Season 4, I couldnt stand the new CTU director and the whole story with her daughter, didnt seem to fit. Oh and I found Curtis and Edward annoying.But nonetheless, this season was a good one. Although I will say Season 3 is just so unforgettable, I mean Jack taking ryan out (JESUS!!).
Anyway, its nice to see some 24 fans out there. I cant seem to find any teasers for Season 5. Anyone know where I can see one?
Shawn Morrison
Season 5 starts January 15, 2006 in the US. And Jack is indeed back. They are currently running a teaser on FOX, I don’t have a link though.
Lila
For all of you out there. Visit www.Fox.com/24/….Itshows season 5 with a 4hr premier. Sun Jan 15 and Mon Jan 16.Hope this covers all questions about when.
Peter
POSSIBLE SEASON 5 SPOILER*
Ok. I just watched all of Season 4 on DVD. WOW.
Disc 7 contains a “prequel to season 5” video. It lasts 15 minutes.
Quick and dirty Synopsis:
Chloe and Jack are back. She meets him incognito in Illinois where he is living now. He haslong hair and is very scruffy. She tells him someone hacked into her communications and may have started to suspect she is in contact with him. After she leaves him, a man (or woman) on motorcycle shows up. There is a staredown, and then a black beemer shows up and a high-speed chase begins. Jack manages to not only evade the beemer but to kill the driver without firing a shot or getting out of the car.
As he speeds off, the man/woman on the motorcycle stares (at Jack’s nice new Toyota Avalon: the scene is “presented by toyota”). You hear the motorcycle engine reving, fade to black… Text comes up:
(kinda something like this)
“He changed his name and identity to protect his secret” “He started a new life” “He thought he was safe…”
Tick Tock Tick Tock
If you want some SERIOUS SPOILERS for the new season:
http://www.24spoilers.tvheaven.com/index.html
Farhan
I just watched the Season 5 teaser (http://www.vidstogo.com/player.php?vfname=24S5Prequel&ext=wmv), it looks amazing. I can’t wait.
Smiffcat
You can download and view the Series 5 Taster of 24 on the following website: http://www.24weblog.com/2005/10/24-season-five-promo-trailer-clip-shown-
Simon
Thank god for 24!!! The last remaining great television program. i have found some season 5 spoilers that will knock your socks off!! I’ll put out the link just in case you dont want to ruin it. Let me tell you this…THIS WILL BE THE BEST SEASON OF 24 EVER!!!!!
http://www.24spoilers.tvheaven.com/
Also, if you want to view clips from season 5 go to this link:
http://24natic.atspace.com/Season5/teaser.htm
Enjoy!
Ivette
I’m Cuban, I live in Cuba and i have to say I have watched all the 24 Seasons, I’m eager to see the 5 season, which I guess I will have to wait long time to watch it, because it will take time for someone bring it in digital system, That show is not transmitted in our tv, someone has to copy it from satelite or some way, and bring it in, but I’m sure, I will like it, Jack is a wonderful actor, he knows how to act and make us watch him ultil the end. Send me news about it and tell me through my mail: ivette1972@yahoo.com everything you know and watch on 24 season 5. Thank you all. Enjoy the show!!
gary
damn season 5 is a blast but it sucked that palmer died. He was really a good character. but i havnet seen season 2 or 3 so after readin this i guess jack doesn have to go to jail for killin ryuan chapelle
Amanda
I was wondering if anyone knows if Kim is supposed to make an appearance this season? I read in a magazine that she might be coming in for a cameo….
daniel
i realy wonder if i can speak with jack.the film is the most wonderful i have ever seen. i mean it.
jez
can 24 get any better??????? one of the best shows on tv at the mo. my only complaint, why take it of of terrestial tv???
Walter Santaliz
When can i buy the dvd for season 5 ??
zak
i love 24 hours it is the most coolest film in the world im trying to find season 5 but i cant seem to find it can anyone tell me where i can buy 24 hours season five.
dude
i have a few questions i have watched all seasons: 1 2 3 and 5 except for season 4. season 1: attempted assasination of palmer, with the serbian dudes season2: nuclear bomb with terrorists and oil dudes season 3: virus used by some terrorists what happens in season 4??? season 5 is with the nerve gas and presiden logan correct? can someone please make clear what happened in season 4, but dont spoil it it
Royal Messup
4th season: a buncha crap happens that leads up to… DUN DUN DUUUUUN!!!!: a nuclear missle launched against L.A. anyhow, some chinese guy knows some terrorist who knows what the plot is (cause we sure as hell don’t). So Jack raids the Chinese Consulate so he can kidnap this Chinese guy. The Chinese are so stupid that they end up shooting their own Consulate and they blame it on Jack!!! that is why the Chinese are so pissed at Jack. Jack runs away and hasn’t had a name for a while. Now that the Chinese got Jack we can only feel sorry for him and wait to see what happens to him in the 6th season which comes in January.
Tom
I have seen season 5 already. It was very great. I think one of the best seasons, now i’m waiting for season 6. Hope you will all enjoy season 5.
Dave
ive heard that the new coming season 6 has a big role to do with the city of London
shaz_ff
season 3 is the best so far. shame about palmer. i luvd him. he has got a wicked screen persona!
I must say, they sure ratcheted up the suspense in 24 towards the end. I remember around about the 5th or 4th to last episode I was wound so tight blood was dripping from my clenched fists. The last two episodes, and specifically tonight, this last episode, left me a bit flat. And I completely understand that there is no possible way I could have been satisfied in comparison to the Season One finale which left me with my pants wet. The Season One finale was such an obnoxiously fantastic display of pure bad ass machismo-shoot-em-up-fuck-you amazingness that it simply couldn’t be topped by anything. There is nothing so cold ass, nothing so chill worthy, nothing so decadent as Jack Bauer with two guns against 20 men.
This time ‘round, Jack’s heart was on the fritz and it definitely affected his bad ass factor. Sure, he’s still the only man on TV who can break a man’s neck in mid air while having a heart attack but… yeah but…
BUT, the very tippy-bottom ending of the whole thing DID work. It did give me chills, and it did send one clean message: whoever’s behind this whole mess is going to get his ass stuffed, Jack Bauer style.
I can’t wait.
Is it just me, or is art meant to be shared? I’m a sharer, to be sure. I have been to a total of one movies by myself. That movie was Chicago and I only went alone cause I was dying to see it and had no one to go with. But watching things alone is a let down. A good movie or a good TV show will get you all hot and bothered and the first thing I want to do is talk about it. Rant, rave, quote, laugh, et cetera. It’s part of the total experience as far as I’m concerned.
I only bring this up because I just watched 24 alone. I’m accustomed to watching the show with a friend. This entails yelling, screaming, moaning, pointing, clapping, stomping and maybe a yelp or two. But it just doesn’t feel right watching it alone. Don’t get me wrong, it still gives me painful chills its so good, but I prefer it shared.
Ditto Sex And The City. I just read that they are releasing Season Four on DVD at the end of the month. I really really shamelessly love that show, but I discovered it with my good friend and ex-roomie Ellie. I can’t even imagine watching the show without being able to gossip about the episode with her like I was a 19 year old sorority girl.
So am I weird? Am I the only one who feels this way about art? At least movies and TV and theatre which is more conducive to a shared experience. Is this some sign of a deep discontent in me, or some masked fear of dying alone? Or is the sharing an actual part of the art? Is it still completely valid when it’s received alone?
‘Cause I’m not sure it is.