Magnum P.I.

Magnum P.I. (1980-1988)

EndedScripted showDrama, Action, Mystery

Pursued by thugs and lovely ladies alike, Thomas Magnum is a witty but tough private investigator in Hawaii who works for a mysterious novelist.

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Scheduleevery Wednesday at 20:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S08E13Resolutions (2)May 1, 1988
S08E12Resolutions (1)May 1, 1988
S08E11TransitionsFeb 17, 1988
S08E10Legend of the Lost ArtFeb 10, 1988
S08E09The Great Hawaiian Adventure CompanyJan 27, 1988
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'Magnum, P.I.' premiere?

'Magnum, P.I.' premiered on December 11, 1980.

Who played the lead role of Thomas Magnum in 'Magnum, P.I.'?

Tom Selleck portrayed the character of Thomas Magnum.

What was Thomas Magnum's occupation in the show?

Thomas Magnum was a private investigator.

Where was the setting of 'Magnum, P.I.'?

The show was set in Hawaii.

Who was Magnum's close friend and fellow Vietnam veteran in the show?

T.C. Calvin, played by Roger E. Mosley, was Magnum's close friend and fellow Vietnam veteran.

What was the name of Magnum's luxurious estate in the show?

Magnum resided at Robin's Nest, a beautiful estate in Hawaii.

Who owned the Robin's Nest estate in 'Magnum, P.I.'?

The estate was owned by the famous author, Robin Masters.

In the show, who was the caretaker of Robin's Nest?

Jonathan Higgins, portrayed by John Hillerman, served as the caretaker of Robin's Nest.

What type of car did Magnum drive in the show?

Magnum drove a red Ferrari 308 GTS.

What breed was Magnum's loyal and lovable dog?

Magnum's dog was a lovable Doberman Pinscher named Zeus.

Who played the role of Magnum's love interest, Juliet Higgins, in the later seasons?

Gillian Dobb joined the cast to play the character of Juliet Higgins.

What was the name of Magnum's helicopter pilot friend?

Orville "Rick" Wright, played by Larry Manetti, was Magnum's helicopter pilot friend.

What was the name of the popular theme song for 'Magnum, P.I.'?

The theme song was called "Theme from Magnum, P.I." and was composed by Mike Post.

What type of mustache did Tom Selleck's character sport in the show?

Thomas Magnum had a signature thick, bushy mustache.

What was the duration of each episode of 'Magnum, P.I.'?

Each episode of 'Magnum, P.I.' had a runtime of approximately 48 minutes.

Which actor won an Emmy Award for his role in 'Magnum, P.I.'?

Tom Selleck won an Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series for his portrayal of Thomas Magnum.

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Also known as

  • Magnum (Germany)
  • Частный детектив Магнум (Russian Federation)

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