Can we trust the Chief of Staff? He seems to be a somewhat shady character on 24.

Say hello to a true American hero. His name is Jack. Jack Bauer.

CTU doesn't seem any more efficient in New York than it was in Los Angeles. Hastings is a bad boss.

Dana is not exactly on her game these days. That's what happens when your ex-con of an ex-boyfriend shows up.

President Hassan has a balancing act to consider on season eight: How does he remain in power at home and also bring peace to his region?

Do you buys Freddie Prince, Jr. in the role of Cole Ortiz? Through a few hours of day eight, he seems to be doing a good job.

Jack Bauer doesn't work alone on season eight of 24. He greets a CTU agent, played by Freddie Prince Jr., in this scene.

Cole Ortiz is played by Freddie Prince on season eight of 24. He'll have to deal with an American hero often.

Chloe needs no help at all, thanks for offering Dana Walsh! The latter new character is played by Katee Sackhoff.

Say hello to key members of the new CTU: Dana Walsh and Brian Hastings are in charge.

Pictured here: Secretary of State Ethan Kanin (Bob Gunton) and Chief of Staff Rob Weiss (Chris Diamantopoulos).

We have bad news, 24 fans. Kim Bauer plays a prominent role on season eight of the show.