The original Magnum PI TV show, which ran on CBS from 1980 to 1988 and starred Tom Selleck in the title role, was a pretty big hit back in the days when there were far fewer choices and hence, much bigger audiences. Now that the Tiffany network has rebooted the Hawaii-set action-adventure series for a new generation, will it still burn up the Nielsen ratings? Will the new Magnum PI be cancelled or renewed for season two? Stay tuned. *Status update below.
A CBS crime drama, Magnum PI stars Jay Hernandez, Perdita Weeks, Zachary Knighton, Stephen Hill, Tim Kang, and Amy Hill. The mystery thriller centers on former Navy SEAL Thomas Magnum (Hernandez), who is back from Afghanistan and working as a private investigator. Magnum lives in a guest cottage on the Robin’s Nest estate in Oahu, where he also serves as a security consultant. With his team at the ready, a vintage Ferrari at his disposal, and his trademark aviator sunglasses, Magnum is always ready to crack the next case.
The ratings are typically the best indication of a show’s likelihood of staying on the air. The higher the ratings (particularly in the 18-49 demo), the better the chances for survival. This chart will be updated as new ratings data becomes available — typically around 11:30am EST/8:30am PST. Refresh to see the latest.
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Note: These are the Live + Same Day Ratings which include “live” viewing plus delayed DVR viewing, up until 3am local time that same night. Ratings marked with an “*” are the fast affiliate ratings and will be updated with the Live+SD numbers when they are made available. Typically, networks get paid for C+3 ratings which includes DVR viewing within three days of the original airing when commercials are watched. Those numbers are rarely released to the press.
What do you think? Do you like the Magnum PI TV series? Should it be cancelled or renewed for a second season on CBS?
*1/25/19 update: CBS has renewed the Magnum PI TV show for a second season.
These gushing posts over this show have to be from a studio PR agency. Who is this excited about a show slowly draining its way out of its time slot? A misstep from the beginning that couldn’t even be saved by the superbowl.
I agree, If ratings aren’t what expected. it might be going against some tough competition with America’s got talent. Maybe need to look at a different date or time. I love the show as much as the original. A lot more action.
If ratings aren’t what expected it’s going against some tough competition with America’s got talent. Maybe need to look at a different date or time. I love the show more than the original. A lot more action.
I believe this is all true! I think once the show is viewed for what it is a new product. People will come to Love it as I have. People think out of the box! This is a quality production!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Cancel Magnum. It is veryweak. Poor imitatio of the real magnum . Idon’t like this one’s mustache.
This magnum is a more altruistic show,he’s not a skirt chaser. He’s more warm, it has it’s comed9 moments but not a comedy like the original. No one could replace gorgeous Tom Selleck and they did not try. I like Higgins as a woman and her being more involved and down to earth ang compassionate towards him, kidda one of the guys. At first I was disappointed, but taking the series for what it is. I find I really like it. It should not be cancelled,it is a quality production!!!!!!!!!!!!
Poor casting; should’ve casted someone charming like Mark Wahlberg, Tom Hardy, Chris Pine, Keanu Reeves, or Chris Hemsworth for Magnum.
Yeah because all those people are sitting around doing nothing
Waste of a time slot
Unfortunately what is lacked in contested they make up with flashy graphics
THANK you for renewing Magnum PI reboot
Getting caught up on episodes as they really improve. Yes, it should be renewed. Love the involvement of real military and vets. Especially injured ones leading real lives.
The show stinks, needs to be cancelled.
Grew up watching the original, and love the new take on it. Yes, Tom Selleck was unique but Jay Hernandez does a great job. He has great chemistry with the other characters especially Higgins. Glad it was renewed.