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Magnum P.I. 2018

“He'll have you at aloha.”

★ 7.6/10 · 337 votes TV-14 Action & AdventureDramaCrime 5 seasons · 96 eps Canceled
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What is Magnum P.I.?

Magnum P.I. is an American action television series that premiered on CBS.

Type
TV series
Year
2018
Status
Canceled
Episodes
96
First aired
Sep 24, 2018
Last aired
Jan 3, 2024
Original language
EN
Origin
US
Networks
NBC, CBS
Genres
Action & Adventure, Drama, Crime
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Overview

Magnum P.I. is an American action television series that premiered on CBS. The series stars Jay Hernandez as Thomas Magnum, a former Navy SEAL who becomes a private investigator in Hawaii. Magnum P.I. is a reboot of the 1980-88 television series of the same name. The series was developed by Peter M. Lenkov and Eric Guggenheim. Thomas Magnum returns home from Afghanistan and applies his military skills to become a private investigator, taking jobs no one else will, with the help of fellow vets and a former MI:6 agent. The series aired on CBS for four seasons before moving to NBC. The show features a team of characters, including T.C. Calvin, Rick Wright, and Juliet Higgins, who assist Magnum in his investigations. Magnum P.I. is an action-crime drama television series that concluded its run on January 3, 2024.

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Should you watch it?

“A former Navy SEAL uses his military training to work as a private investigator in Hawaii.”

Reasons to watch
  • features military-honed investigative skills
  • includes a collaborative team dynamic
Keep in mind
  • the series is a reboot of a previous production

Watch it if you enjoy modern procedural dramas set in tropical locations.

The series contains action-oriented sequences and themes related to military service.

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Episode guide

Season 1 · 20 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 20 episodes
Season 3 · 16 episodes
Season 4 · 20 episodes
Season 5 · 20 episodes

Frequently asked questions

Who is the protagonist?

The protagonist is Thomas Magnum, a decorated former Navy SEAL.

Where does the show take place?

The series is set in Hawaii.

What is the protagonist's profession?

He works as a private investigator.

Who assists the lead character?

He is assisted by fellow veterans T.C. Calvin and Rick Wright, along with former MI:6 agent Juliet Higgins.

What is the background of the lead character?

He is a decorated former Navy SEAL who recently returned from Afghanistan.