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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?
It’s so refreshing to have a show like this come along (even though it a rebooted oldie) ! Plenty of action, sassy banter among the 7 or so primaries, the co-operation among them all, and most of all, a show that I wouldn’t hesitate to let my grandkids watch! Please keep it rolling for a LONG time! PS Hawaii is gorgeous! 🙂
We have watched every episode of the new Magnum and like it even better than we did the old one which we used to watch all the time. Definitely do not cancel it.
My wife and I watch the new Magnum P.I. every Monday night. We love the show.
Please do not cancel Magnum PI. I enjoy watching it and I am sure many others do as well. I grew up spending many summer on Oahu and enjoy seeing all the changes. This group of actors work so well together.
The new Magnam PI should NOT BE CANCELED. I have enjoyed watching it and especially like the inclusion of the military into the story line.
The episode aired on 3/25 is the best one all season. Well done
Thank you, wait for the ne thank you, thank you, I really enjoy this show. It is so good and the writers have done a great job. I can hardly wait for the new season. 🙂
this new MAGNUM PI show is the best show on tv now and as far as I’m concerned all time its a one hour excellent show that has very good writers I hope it never ends
Really enjoy this show. Like the relationships between the characters. Jay Hernandez is great, and Perdita Weeks is amazing. Hope Magnum continues for years to come.
Love this new series. The cast is good especially Juliet. Lovely location (Hawaii my favourite destination) looks like it will eclipse Hawaii 5 O which is a shame in as much as it was good until Kono and Chin left. But, back to Magnum. I like the idea of Higgins being a woman and I’m sure old John Hillerman would approve. Nice storylines and it can only get better. Mahalo and Aloha.
Love this show. It’s reslly great. Hope the renew it.
Love this show! I would watch the original with Dad when I was kid but this one I think is much better!
I really like this show and I feel it’s much better than the original.
Magnum P I is 100%authentic not holding a lot to the original series other than the overall theme. I think it a first rate show. I think that the show will continue to improve and I feel confident that the show will be renewed for another season. I believe that magnum p i is one of CBS’s best shows, certainly due to its time slot going up against the other networks. BZ magnum p i.
Even though I was a fan of the original show, I love this show! Good actors in the roles (love the new Higgins!). Good storylines also. I hope it gets renewed!