24 (2001)
24 is streaming in Japan on Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus, Hulu.
The verdict
24 stood out as one of the better-rated English series of its release window. It carries a 7.8/10 on TMDB across 1,888 ratings — comfortably clear of the pack. Episodes clock in around 45 minutes. In Japan you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus, Hulu.
Is it worth starting?
This is 9 seasons deep — English action & adventure with drama threaded through. Starting now means a backlog — worth knowing before you press play.
- Why
- It rates 7.8/10 on 1,888 ratings so far — a strong early showing.
- Skip if
- you don't want to start something several seasons deep
- Best for
- A long run rather than a single sitting
Story
Counterterrorism agent Jack Bauer fights the bad guys of the world, a day at a time. With each week's episode unfolding in real-time, "24" covers a single day in the life of Bauer each season.
Good to know
| Runtime | ~45 min per episode |
| Genre | Action & Adventure / Drama |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Robert Cochran
Cast
Where to watch in Japan
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 24 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
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