'24's executive producer David Fury has all but confirmed the return of the hit show on Twitter.

Rumours had been rife that a new season of the show, which starred Jack Bauer, will be back on our screens in the very near future.

According to Fury, the new series will feature 12 episodes.

Kiefer Sutherland who starred as Bauer is also said to be in talks to reprise his role.

“@deadlinetv: ’24′ Eyes Return As Limited Series On Fox,dlvr.it/3Lnp2g”. Yep, I'm pulling double duty along w/ TYRANT. Whoo & Hoo!

— David Fury (@TheDavidFury) May 10, 2013