The episode established the series' signature real-time format , where each episode represents one hour of the day.
Simultaneously, Jack's teenage daughter, Kim , snuck out of the house to attend a party, leaving Jack and his wife, Teri , frantic as they realize she is in danger. 24 - Season 1 Episode 1
Originally set for October 2001, the premiere was pushed back a week due to the September 11 terrorist attacks. Jack's teenage daughter