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 series launched in September to a 1.16 in the 18-49 demographic with 8.12 million viewers. The numbers have fallen quite a bit since then and the 13 episodes have averaged a 0.96 in the demo with 6.07 million. Compared to the 21 scripted CBS shows, Magnum PI ranks ninth in the demo and has done significantly better in the timeslot than last year’s occupants (cancelled sitcoms like Kevin Can Wait, Superior Donuts, 9JKL, and Living Biblically).
CBS also renewed two other freshman shows – FBI and The Neighborhood — for the 2019-20 season. “Each of these distinctive shows has made their mark in a variety of ways,” said Kelly Kahl, President, CBS Entertainment. “Our goals this season were to introduce new series that audiences are passionate about, add more strength to a winning schedule and create more inclusive programming.” Thom Sherman, Senior Executive Vice President of Programming added, “We’re thrilled by the creative direction and performance of these three shows as they continue to grow in popularity and resonate with the Network’s viewers.”
The network has not renewed Sunday’s God Friended Me for a second season yet but a renewal is expected. Renewals of Happy Together and Murphy Brown are seen as more of a longshot.
What do you think? Do you like the new version of Magnum PI on CBS? Are you glad that it’s been renewed for a second season? Did you expect it to be cancelled, instead?
Please keep it. Not like the original but very entertaining and somewhat suspenseful. I really enjoy watching the program, Keep it!!!
Love the new Magnum PI. I don’t compare it to the original. Casting is great and such an entertaining show!
I really like the new Magnum P.I. I think it is well cast, well acted and the plots are interesting and enjoyable. I watch very little TV these days but this is a definite favourite.
The cinematography is excellent, the characters well cast, and the actors admirably compatible. I find the shows well produced and very enjoyable. Keep it running!
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This is easily their lowest rated show, so either they must have junk for the 19-20 season, or they’re going to kill this partway through, because seriously a 0.7 rating in the key 18-49 demographic recently when 0.8 is the cutoff point for dead shows?
Thank you!
This version is quickly becoming my favorite over the original. The cast is truly hitting their stride, each week every episode gets better and better. Keep up the great work!
Yes, I am enjoying the lightheartedness of the show and the character development as the series progresses.
Yes, the show was slow going at first but its picked up and getting pretty good
After a slow start I am enjoying the show more and more. Thanks for giving it a chance to find it’s footing and audience. Loved the episode on 2/25.
So happy that this highly entertaining series has been renewed for a second season. Love the cast and the characters and the episodes are always fun to watch. Jay Hernandez is great as
Thomas Magnum and adds his own charm to the role. Just love him and the chemistry he has with Higgins. Very glad the CBS rebooted this series. Hope it continues to do well!
Look forward to Magnum each week. Couldn’t be happier it has been picked up for a 2nd season. Please keep thisshow going.
I hate this show!!! The characters are all horrible !
I watched the original Magnum from beginning to end and loved it then and now. They’ll never be another Thomas Magnum as far as I’m concerned.
This new Magnum is a disgrace!!!
You’re entitled to your opinion – the New magnum ain’t bad – you can’t replace Tom Sellec, and they’ve done an ok job. I PVR so I don’t have to watch the stupid commercials … all in all its basic entertainment with a plausible story line.
The constant background music is so loud that it obscures much of the dialog.
Totally agree with the background music being overwhelming. I have to keep going back over things two or three times to get what was said.
I do really love the show though!!
My wife and I are absolutely loving season one of Magnum PI (2018 – 2019). Please keep it going beyond season 2, we like it better than the original!
Yes, this series has much more room for continued Character development, and each episode provides excellent mystery for Magnum and his colleague Higgins to solve with his faithful band of army brothers. Keep up the great scripts and excellent rapport between this talented cast.