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Hawaii Five-0 2010

Status
Ended
First Aired
September 20, 2010
Last Aired
April 3, 2020
Format
10 seasons · 240 eps
Total Runtime
~168 hours (42 min/ep)
Essential Runtime
~167.3 hours (skips filler)
Highest Rated Episode
S1E12 "Hana ‘a‘a Makehewa (Desperate Measures)" (★ 8.3/10)
Created By
Roberto Orci, Alex Kurtzman, Peter M. Lenkov
Network
CBS
Where to Stream
Netflix, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential
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★ TMDB users: 7.7/10 from 1,877 votes TV-14 CrimeDramaAction & Adventure 10 seasons · 240 eps Ended
Community & Your Rating
★ 7.7/10
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What is Hawaii Five-0?

Hawaii Five-0 is a television series set in the state of Hawaii. The narrative follows Steve McGarrett, who returns to Oahu to investigate the murder of his father.

Type
TV series
Year
2010
Status
Ended
Episodes
240
Runtime
42 minutes
First aired
Sep 20, 2010
Last aired
Apr 3, 2020
Original language
EN
Origin
US
Networks
CBS
Genres
Crime, Drama, Action & Adventure
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 7.7/10 from 1,877 votes
Format
10 seasons · 240 episodes
Episode runtime
~42 minutes
Status
Ended
Network
CBS
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Hawaii Five-0 is a television series set in the state of Hawaii. The narrative follows Steve McGarrett, who returns to Oahu to investigate the murder of his father. Upon his arrival, the governor provides McGarrett with the opportunity to lead a specialized task force known as Five-0. To assist with this mission, McGarrett assembles a team consisting of Chin Ho Kelly, Danny Danno Williams, and Kono Kalakaua. The series focuses on the operations of this newly formed unit as they work within the Hawaiian Islands. While the state of Hawaii is composed of eight unique islands located in Oceania, the show centers its activities on the island of Oahu. The task force is established under the authority of the governor to address criminal activity in the region. Through the efforts of McGarrett and his colleagues, the team navigates their duties while the protagonist pursues the individual responsible for his father's death. The series depicts the professional collaboration between these four central characters as they operate as a dedicated law enforcement entity.

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Should you watch it?

“A former officer returns to Oahu to hunt his father's killer while leading a new task force.”

Reasons to watch
  • fast-paced team dynamics
  • scenic island setting
Keep in mind
  • frequent high-stakes violence

Watch it if you enjoy police procedurals set against a tropical backdrop.

The series contains scenes of violence and intense action sequences.

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Season 4 · 22 episodes Open the complete Season 4 guide & lore primer →
Season 5 · 25 episodes Open the complete Season 5 guide & lore primer →
Season 6 · 25 episodes Open the complete Season 6 guide & lore primer →
Season 7 · 25 episodes Open the complete Season 7 guide & lore primer →
Season 8 · 25 episodes Open the complete Season 8 guide & lore primer →
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Season 10 · 22 episodes Open the complete Season 10 guide & lore primer →
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Frequently asked questions

What is the premise of the show?

Steve McGarrett returns to Oahu to investigate his father's murder and leads a special task force.

Who is on the task force?

The team consists of Steve McGarrett, Chin Ho Kelly, Danny Williams, and Kono Kalakaua.

Where is the show set?

The series is set on the island of Oahu in Hawaii.

Who authorizes the task force?

The state governor offers McGarrett the opportunity to form and lead the Five-0 unit.

Is the show a procedural?

Yes, it focuses on a specialized team handling criminal investigations.

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