Network: CBS, NBC
Episodes: 96 (hour).
Seasons: Five.
TV show dates: September 24, 2018 — January 3, 2024.
Series status: Cancelled by CBS, revived by NBC, cancelled by NBC
Performers include: Jay Hernandez, Perdita Weeks, Zachary Knighton, Stephen Hill, Tim Kang, and Amy Hill.
TV show description:
Based on the 1980s Tom Selleck vehicle from Donald P. Bellisario and Glen A. Larson, the new Magnum PI TV show was developed for television by Peter M. Lenkov and Eric Guggenheim. The action-adventure crime drama centers on private investigator Thomas Magnum (Hernandez).
Upon returning home from Afghanistan, Magnum, a decorated former Navy SEAL, decides to put his military skills to use as a P.I. He also lives in a guest cottage on the Robin’s Nest estate, where he serves as a security consultant. In addition to being a bonafide American hero, Magnum is a devout Detroit Tigers fan and something of a charmer.
A beautiful, impressive, and disavowed MI:6 agent, Juliet Higgins (Weeks) serves as the estate’s majordomo. She too has a second job — keeping Magnum in line, which she does with a little help from her two Dobermans.
When Magnum needs help on a case, he calls in his former comrades-in-arms, POW survivors Theodore “TC” Calvin (Hill) and Orville “Rick” Wright (Knighton). TC was a Marine chopper pilot and now runs Island Hoppers, a helicopter tour business. Meanwhile, former gunner Rick now runs a hot nightclub on Oahu and has connections all over the island.
Detective Gordon Katsumoto (Kang) isn’t thrilled that Magnum shows up at so many of his crime scenes, and the PI’s casual demeanor also gets under his skin. Katsumoto would be hard-pressed to admit how similar he and Magnum are at heart, but that doesn’t mean it’s not true.
Rounding out the crew is Teuila “Kumu” Tuileta, who serves as the “House Mom” and cultural curator at the Robin’s Nest. Magnum is ready to crack the case with his team at the ready, a vintage Ferrari at his disposal, and his trademark aviator sunglasses.
Series Finale:
Episode #96 — The Big Squeeze
Magnum and Higgins take a major step forward in their relationship. At the same time, the past comes back to haunt them when a previous suspect becomes their client. TC aims to scale up Island Hoppers. Rick gets a new business partner.
First aired: January 3, 2024.
What do you think? Do you like the Magnum PI TV series? Do you think NBC should have cancelled or renewed the series for a sixth season?
Please don’t cancel the new Magnum PI show. It’s soooo much better than the old show. The actors and scenery are soooo much more enjoyable to watch than the old show. So leave it on……….PLEASE !
I didn’t think I would like the new Magnum but it has grown on me. Please don’t cancel it. I like the new Magnum and I like the new Higgins.
this remake sucks
Keep it running. It’s my Magnum fix for Monday evening. I love this show. I also enjoy all the cast members. I have to admit Magnum is my favorite.
Magnum P I is my favorite show. I look forward to watching it every week. I love the new characters. Please don’t ever cancel it.
I love the new format – converting Higgins to a kick ass hot ex MI 6 agent and possible romantic interest for Magnum makes the show as far as I am concerned – a little better material and this show should go the requisite 5 years or more
Do not cancel this show I need it loved the old one and this one is working into its own
I’m a huge fan of the original series, and I really like the way the writers have tried to copy the original series with the new one. The original Higgins humor is missing, along with his running fight with Magnum. That said, MI-6 Higgins brings a totally different take to the show, and she still has the lads to bother TM. All in all, it’s fun seeing new episodes for the group of characters. Keep it running, CBS!
I tried to like this show, but I don’t. I’m a die hard fan of Tom Selleck and the new Magnum is not as appealing, physically or personality-wise as Tom! Sorry!
Great show! Keep it going! I love the cast. Magnum and Higgins have lots of chemistry and are fun to watch.
Please cancel this dud
Please keep this show going, it’s got great promise. It’s got a wonderful, positive feeling to it. The cast is great & fun to watch. The season is still young, & I believe it will pick up big numbers soon, despite the sports seasons. Keep brainstorming if you can, shows like this always better that way!
This is a terrible, unimaginitive show. Even though Perdita Weeks is a bright spot in anything– as the femaile Higgins, she has ZERO chemistry with Magnum. Won’t be watching it.
NNNNNNNNNNNNOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO…NEW SHOW IS TRASH!!!!!!!
I really hope they don’t cancel this show it’s been a pleasant surprise, and have enjoyed the creativity of the scripts each week.