"24" Season 5 Predictions

If you haven't already read, I am an avid fan of the FOX series "24". More happens in one episode of that show that an entire season of something like, say, "Friends". I'm not going to bother explaining the premise of the show. If you aren't already a close follower of the show, go to Blockbuster and rent (or buy) Season 1 through 4 so you can get up to speed. If you're unwilling to do that, stop reading here.

At the close of last season (4), we were left with Vice President Logan acting as President, because President Keeler had been injured (when AirForce 1 crashed) causing VP Logan to invoke the 25th Amendment (11PM-12AM).

My prediction for next season is that President Keeler will return to his office. After hearing about the embassy raid and VP Logan's interference with a Federal investigation, President Keeler will turn VP Logan over to the Chinese because he was in charge during that time. VP Logan also allowed Marwon to escape (1AM-2AM at the night club), due to the arresting of Bauer. Having turned over VP Logan, this will satisfy China's demand for a scapegoat. This will allow Jack to return to CTU.

I also anticipated Kim and Chase returning to the show in Season 5, but I couldn't place the circumstance for their return. After talking with WaMi about the above, this is what he came up with:

In episode 2 (8AM-9AM) Tony will be killed. Shortly thereafter, we will find out that Michelle is pregnant. As a final act of loyalty to his long time friend, Jack marries Michelle. With Tony's death, Jack will need a new partner. This opens the door to bring Chase and Kim back with Chase acting as Jack's partner (so Jack can pull the trigger next to Chase's head again). Michelle and Chase, some time later, have an affair. Jack gets "aggravated" and we have a bloodbath in CTU.

I've yet to decide if the whole affair thing will happen. That seems a little too mushy for 24. I don't know, though. Those writers have a gift for making you say, "No way, man!" and gasping for breath. Only time will tell. So, get your pens & paper ready to keep track of how many people Jack whacks this season because January is coming. Check your local listings for channel and time information for your area.

Crispy