24 - Season Five (Slim-Pack) |  | Directors: Jayne Atkins, Jude Ciccolella, Peter Weller
Actors: Kiefer Sutherland, Mary Lynn Rajskub, Kim Raver, Jean Smart, James Morrison (II)
Studio: Fox Network
Category: DVD
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Format: AC-3, Box set, Color, Dolby, Dubbed, DVD, Subtitled, Widescreen, NTSC
Languages: Arabic (Original Language), English (Original Language), German (Original Language), Korean (Original Language), Russian (Original Language), Serbo-Croatian (Original Language), Spanish (Original Language), Spanish (Subtitled), English (Dubbed)
Region: 1
Discs: 7
Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1
Number Of Discs: 7
Running Time: 1048 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.2
Dimensions (in): 7.6 x 5.4 x 1.2
MPN: D2239038D
UPC: 024543390381
EAN: 0024543390381
ASIN: B000ICLRKC
Theatrical Release Date: 2005
Release Date: December 5, 2006
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Arguably the series' best season to date, season 5 of 24 literally starts with a bang and never lets up, with an intricate executive-level conspiracy to control Central Asia's oil supply. Piling crisis upon crisis in an escalating series of deceptions, twists, and deeply hidden agendas, the day-long ordeal begins with a devastating political assassination connected to a disgraced former CTU agent (Peter Weller) and a radical group of Russian separatists (led by British actor Julian Sands) threatening to release lethal nerve gas in Los Angeles to protest a U.S./Russian treaty about to be signed by President Charles Logan (Gregory Itzin). As Logan's unstable wife Martha (Jean Smart), Secret Service agent Aaron Pierce (Glenn Morshower), and chief of staff Mike Novick (Jude Ciccolella) gradually uncover the conspiracy, CTU maverick Jack Bauer (series star Kiefer Sutherland) emerges from self-imposed exile to aid his CTU colleagues in a life-threatening quest for the truth. Meanwhile, CTU chief Bill Buchanan (James Morrison) is thwarted by an inexperienced, overbearing superior (Sean Astin) and an executive takeover of CTU led by Homeland Security chief Karen Hayes (Jayne Atkinson), forcing Bauer and his CTU loyalists to "go dark" and work independently to honor the memory of a slain friend and leader. Also figuring in are CTU's resident hacker-nerd extraordinaire, Chloe O'Brian (played to perfection by Mary Lynn Rajskub) , Bauer's estranged daughter (Elisha Cuthbert), and his beloved CTU colleague Audrey Raines (Kim Raver). Pivoting on a declaration of martial law and a mysterious cabal of unnamed conspirators, "Day 5" shocked even loyal 24 fans with a high body count including several important supporting characters. It all adds up to an exceptional season that earned Sutherland a well-deserved Emmy (for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series), equally deserving Emmy nominations for Itzin and Sharp, and an Emmy win for co-executive producer Jon Cassar's direction of the riveting season premiere. And while the breathtaking twists of 24 don't always hold up to intense scrutiny, these 24 episodes (running about 43 minutes each) are tightly written and flawlessly directed with an involving emphasis on thriller plotting and dramatic focus on the complex and operatically tragic relationship between President Logan and his traumatized wife. Add it all up, and you've got an addictive reason to look forward to season 6. --Jeff Shannon On the DVDs
Discs 1-6 contain four episodes each, with several episodes including optional viewing of extended or alternate takes of selected scenes. A total of 12 full-length episode commentaries are provided by 24's primary cast and crew, allowing listeners a comprehensive appreciation of the series' extended "family" of talent, along with a wealth of production anecdotes, revealing observations about plotting and character, and a welcome overview of individual personalities and contributions. Disc 7 is packed with features, beginning with a season 6 prequel that offers a tantalizing glimpse of things to come, with an interrogation and escape scenario set seven months after the events of "Day 5"; by comparison, the season 6 trailer offers little more than a recap of season 5. The featurettes are all well-crafted and worth a look, beginning with a "Supporting Players" profile of 24's extended cast (including some surprising glimpses of their off-screen hobbies and activities); a detailed documentary about 24's innovative and hard-working camera crew; a profile of music composer Sean Callery, who demonstrates his versatile mood-setting techniques; a detailed exploration of the "Presidential Retreat" set with production designer Jonathan Hodges and colleagues; a "100th Episode Reel" with tightly-edited clips from seasons 1-5; and a sampling of cast and crew photos from 24: Behind the Scenes, a picture book published in November 2006. Kudos to Sparkhill Productions for continuing to provide 24 bonus features as well-made as the series itself. --Jeff Shannon Beyond 24: Season 5 
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Product Description
Twenty-four hours of an agent's attempt to stop a terrorist plot while caught up in a conflict between government agencies.
Genre: Television
Rating: NR
Release Date: 5-DEC-2006
Media Type: DVD
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 Great Service and Price January 27, 2010
ALY (Elgin, IL)
Very prompt receipt of my order. It was presented well and received in good shape.
I love 24! January 27, 2010
Brittany (St. Louis, MO USA)
This was a great last minute purchase for my boyfriend. He absolutely loved it! All of the cds were free of scratches and they all played just fine. It was an overall great purchase. Thank you.
The most arresting episode of the whole saga! December 23, 2009
Hiram Gomez Pardo (Valencia, Venezuela)
This entry is compellingly absorbing and dynamic. Since the initial chapter in which we witness the bloody massacre that will involve the coward assassination of the President Palmer and at the same time, will make to collapse the marriage between Michelle Dressler and Tony Almeida.
A web of terrorists led by high governmental spheres has stolen 19 canisters that contain nervous gas, preserved and buried, residues of previous conflicts.
Along the series, we will watch three brutal threats when the terrorists decide to release its lethal container. And every mission with this admirable rhythm and high doses of tension will lead us to hair raising episodes all the way through.
All the cast was impeccable but it would be worth to remark the impressive performance of Peter Weller as Henderson, The wife of The President Logan, Chloe O' Brian, Bill Buchanan, Aaron Pierce and obviously the multiple facets of his protagonist jack Bauer who will have to face with multiple issues and complex decision take.
Absorbing, engaging and exciting from start to finish.
Perfect gift for "24" fan! December 3, 2009
S. Elder (Hollywood, MD USA)
My husband loved this gift for Christmas because he is a "24" fan! It's great to have the full collect of episodes from this season so we can watch them again on a rainy or snowy day!
Go Amazon! Go Jack! November 16, 2009
T. S. Watford (OLDFIELD, MO, US)
Any fan of 24 knows there are always intense moments and plot twists. Season Five is no exception and there were episodes that had you on the edge of your seat. Terrorists with biological weapons and who is the inside government traitor? Lots of action and the story continues....
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