I started watching 24 during the 2nd Season and even after 5 minutes, I was completely hooked. I even got my mom and my aunt watching it! My aunt bought Season 1, which I just finished borrowing from her. It's just as intense as the 2nd season (which, btw, I ordered before today's release date!) Just beware of watching 24... once you watch, you'll never want it to end! Whenever they show the clock ticking, I yell at the tv that it can't be over! Silly, but true! Now I'm just counting down for the premier of season 3