Kiefer Sutherland: 'Really Good Idea' Exists for 24 Reboot

Kiefer Sutherland says a "really good idea" for a 24 reboot already exists. The actor confirmed that the concept is in place, but the project is stalled because the current rights holders are not interested in moving it forward.

Speaking about the potential return of Jack Bauer, Sutherland made clear the holdup is not a rights dispute. Instead, he said the obstacle is the rights holders' lack of will to make a new installment.

Sutherland pointed to Howard Gordon and Joel Surnow as the creative forces behind a potential new 24 story. Both were key architects of the original series, and Sutherland suggested they are involved on the creative side of any revival.

He also spoke about what the show has meant to him. Sutherland said he misses the character, the show, and making something that made people happy.

Sutherland has long been open about wanting another shot at playing Jack Bauer, according to Collider. For now, the idea is ready, but the decision rests with those who control the rights.