This episode marks the fourth time the ticking clock is not heard on the series. Instead, the sound of a distant train whistle is used to close the episode.
This episode marks another rare instance in which the split-screens are not used to transition to the closing moments of the episode.
This episode was the third and final submission by the producers for Emmy consideration.
This episode was originally scheduled to air on April 13, but was preempted at the last moment because of a White House press conference.
Due to the move to Sunday, 24 had the show's worst ratings ever, getting a 4.0/6 ratings share.