About this episode

John Wilson interviews actor and musician Kiefer Sutherland about his career in film and music.

John Wilson talks to the actor and musician Kiefer Sutherland. The son of Canadian actors Donald Sutherland and Shirley Douglas, he first made his mark in the 1980s and 90s with films including Stand by Me, The Lost Boys, Flatliners and A Few Good Men. His television portrayal of federal agent Jack Bauer in the crime series 24 became his signature role and earned him major awards, including an Emmy and a Golden Globe. He later starred in the political drama series Designated Survivor, playing an American president. Alongside his acting Kiefer Sutherland has also pursued a career as a singer songwriter, releasing a series of country-rock albums and performing live tours. Producer: Edwina Pitman

People in this episode

Host: John Wilson

Guest: Kiefer Sutherland

Topics covered

• acting
• music
• film
• television
• awards
• career

Keywords

• Kiefer Sutherland
• John Wilson
• acting
• music
• 24
• Designated Survivor
• awards
• country-rock

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Stand by Me, The Lost Boys, Flatliners, A Few Good Men, 24, Designated Survivor

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