Magnum P.I. (2018)
A Navy SEAL-turned-private investigator navigates sun-soaked Hawaii, cracking cases with military precision and island charm across five action-packed seasons.
Magnum P.I. - Series Information
- Original Title: Magnum P.I.
- First Air Year: 2018
- Last Air Year: 2024
- Created by: Peter M. Lenkov, Eric Guggenheim
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama, Crime
- Content Rating (US): TV-14
- Number of Seasons: 5
- Number of Episodes: 96
- Status: Canceled
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: September 24, 2018 (United States - TV-14), September 24, 2018 (Canada - PG), September 24, 2018 (Germany - 12), September 24, 2018 (France - 16), September 24, 2018 (India - U), September 24, 2018 (Australia - M), September 24, 2018 (Brazil - 10), September 24, 2018 (Mexico - B-15), September 24, 2018 (Spain - 16)
- Networks: NBC, CBS
- Alternative Titles: Magnum - Detektyw z Hawajów (PL)
- Production Companies: Universal Television, CBS Studios, Perfect Storm Entertainment, 101st Street Television, Davis Entertainment
- Production Countries: United States of America
Magnum P.I. - Plot
Thomas Magnum, a decorated former Navy SEAL, returns home from Afghanistan and applies his military skills to become a private investigator in Hawaii taking jobs no one else will—with the help of fellow vets T.C. Calvin and Rick Wright, and former MI:6 agent, Juliet Higgins.
Magnum P.I. - Trailer
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Magnum P.I. - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Peter M. Lenkov
- Eric Guggenheim
Main Cast
- Jay Hernandez
- Perdita Weeks
- Zachary Knighton
- Stephen Hill
- Tim Kang
- Amy Hill
- Christopher Thornton
- Kimee Balmilero
- Betsy Phillips
- Bobby Lee
Writers
- Eric Guggenheim
- Gene Hong
- Barbie Kligman
- Peter M. Lenkov
- David Wolkove
Executive Producers
- Eric Guggenheim
- John Davis
- John Fox
- Danielle Woodrow
- Justin Lin
Magnum P.I. - FAQs
Where can you stream Magnum P.I. online?
Magnum P.I. (2018) is available to purchase on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. Availability may vary by region. Check JustWatch for the most current streaming and purchase options in your area.
Is Magnum P.I. a remake of the original series?
Yes. The 2018 Magnum P.I. is a reboot of the classic 1980s CBS series starring Tom Selleck. The revival updates the premise for a modern audience, with Jay Hernandez taking the lead role and Juliet Higgins reimagined as a female character played by Perdita Weeks.
Who are the main actors in Magnum P.I.?
The principal cast includes Jay Hernandez as Thomas Magnum, Perdita Weeks as Juliet Higgins, Zachary Knighton as Rick Wright, Stephen Hill as T.C. Calvin, Tim Kang as Gordon Katsumoto, Amy Hill as Kumu Tuileta, and Bobby Lee as Jin Jeong, among others.
Why was Magnum P.I. cancelled after Season 5?
CBS cancelled Magnum P.I. after Season 4, but NBC picked it up for a fifth and final season. NBC ultimately did not renew it beyond Season 5, ending the series in 2024. Declining ratings and shifting network priorities were cited as contributing factors in the cancellation.
How many seasons and episodes does Magnum P.I. have?
Magnum P.I. (2018) ran for 5 seasons and 96 episodes in total. Season 1 and 2 each had 20 episodes, Season 3 had 16, and Seasons 4 and 5 each returned to 20 episodes. The series aired from 2018 to 2024.
When did the 2018 Magnum P.I. first air?
The rebooted Magnum P.I. premiered on September 24, 2018, on CBS in the United States. It ran on CBS through Season 4 before being cancelled and subsequently revived by NBC for its fifth and final season, which concluded in 2024.
What is the content rating for Magnum P.I.?
Magnum P.I. (2018) carries a TV-14 rating in the United States, indicating content that may be unsuitable for children under 14. The series contains action violence, some mature themes, and mild language consistent with a prime-time network drama.
Who created the 2018 Magnum P.I. reboot?
The 2018 reboot was created by Peter M. Lenkov and Eric Guggenheim. Lenkov, known for also rebooting Hawaii Five-0 and MacGyver, developed the series for CBS. Both served as showrunners and executive producers throughout the run of the series.
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