Magnum, P.I.
Magnum, a charismatic ex‑Marine private investigator living in a beachfront Hawaiian estate, tackles perilous cases for desperate clients while balancing the high‑stakes demands of his work with a carefree island lifestyle.
Thomas Magnum, also known as Magnum, P.I., is a private investigator who works on his own schedule. He resides in a beachfront estate in Hawaii, drives a luxury Ferrari, maintains an unlimited tab at a high-end bar, and is known for his ability to charm attractive women who find themselves in dangerous situations.
Seasons & Episodes
- 1.01Don't Eat the Snow in Hawaii (1)Dec 11, 1980Rate

Thomas suspects the Navy's official explanation for his friend Dan Cook's death is a cover-up and teams up with Dan's sister Alice to investigate the secret mission Dan was involved in.
- 1.02Don't Eat the Snow in Hawaii (2)Dec 11, 1980Rate

Magnum and Alice investigate the mysterious death of Lt. Dan Cook, uncovering a gold smuggling operation and a connection to a criminal they both knew in Vietnam. As Magnum gets closer to the truth, he faces increasing danger from those determined to stop his investigation.
- 1.03China DollDec 18, 1980Rate

Magnum is hired by a Chinese antiques dealer he is romantically interested in to guard a valuable ancient vase, The Soul of Sung, until its buyer arrives in Hawaii. Unknown to him, the vase is the target of a Tong gang and a highly skilled martial arts assassin.
- 1.04Thank Heaven for Little Girls and Big Ones TooDec 25, 1980Rate

During the Christmas season, Magnum reluctantly agrees to help five young schoolgirls find their missing teacher, who disappeared after becoming romantically involved with someone. As he investigates, Magnum arranges for the girls to stay at the Masters estate, unaware they are part of a scheme targeting a valuable painting recently acquired by Robin Masters.
- 1.05No Need to KnowJan 8, 1981Rate

Magnum returns to find Higgins' former Army commander staying at the Masters estate under heavy security, awaiting trial for former IRA members he captured. Two intelligence agents hire Magnum to protect the commander from assassins, but their strict "need to know" policy complicates the mission.
- 1.06Skin DeepJan 15, 1981Rate

A model-actress is found dead under circumstances mirroring a scene from an upcoming film, initially ruled a suicide. Magnum is hired by the woman's former producer and lover to look into her recent relationships and determine if foul play was involved.
- 1.07Never Again... Never AgainJan 22, 1981Rate

Saul and Lena, an older couple who own a local store, suddenly decide to leave town, prompting their friends Magnum and Rick to look into the unexpected move.
- 1.08The Ugliest Dog in HawaiiJan 29, 1981Rate

Magnum is asked by Higgins to protect a wealthy socialite's dog after it becomes a target of an attempted kidnapping. The situation escalates when the dog's former owner, an aging gangster, seeks to reclaim it, making the canine the center of a high-stakes conflict in Hawaii.
- 1.09Missing in ActionFeb 5, 1981Rate

Laura Fraser, whose fiancé Eric Tobin was declared missing in action eight years ago, believes he is still alive, aided by her extrasensory perception. With Magnum's help, she uncovers that Tobin was a skilled government operative working under the command of a figure known as Delta One.
- 1.10Lest We ForgetFeb 12, 1981Rate

Thomas Magnum is hired by a Supreme Court nominee to locate a woman he married shortly before the attack on Pearl Harbor. The case leads Magnum to uncover long-buried secrets from the past.
- 1.11The Curse of the King Kamehameha ClubFeb 19, 1981Rate

Rick organizes a surf-ski competition at the King Kamehameha Club, despite opposition from co-committee member Higgins. A Kahuna arrives and curses the club and everyone who uses it, leading to unexpected consequences.
- 1.12Thicker than BloodFeb 26, 1981Rate

T.C. is arrested by the Coast Guard for allegedly transporting drugs after a late-night flight to a tanker. Magnum and Rick believe he is innocent but are surprised when T.C. decides to plead guilty and declines their assistance.
- 1.13All Roads Lead to FloydMar 12, 1981Rate

A cheerful young woman enlists Magnum's help to locate her father, who went missing over a decade ago but recently sent her a postcard from Hawaii. As Magnum investigates, he discovers her father is entangled in illegal activities, and others are also searching for him.
- 1.14AdelaideMar 19, 1981Rate

A woman enlists Magnum's help to safeguard Norman, who is targeted for kidnapping unless she pays a ransom, but the situation proves more complex than initially expected.
- 1.15Don't Say GoodbyeMar 26, 1981Rate

When an elderly blind woman, Agatha Kimball, is contacted by a blackmailer with information about her missing granddaughter, she turns to Magnum for help.
- 1.16The Black OrchidApr 2, 1981Rate

Magnum is hired by a woman to help reenact her wealthy, imaginative sister's fantasies inspired by 1930s Dashiell Hammett stories. Though he initially enjoys the role-playing, he struggles with the woman's eccentricity and becomes wary when he learns her husband is a temperamental, jealous businessman. Concerned, Magnum decides to end the arrangement to avoid further complications.
- 1.17J. "Digger" DoyleApr 9, 1981Rate

Magnum attempts to impress a striking woman who claims to be a Robin enthusiast by giving her a tour of the Robin Masters estate, but he soon discovers she is a skilled security specialist sent by Robin to evaluate the property's defenses.
- 1.18Beauty Knows No PainApr 16, 1981Rate
Barbara Terranova, a woman in financial distress, hires Magnum to locate her missing fiancé, Roger, but the investigation becomes complicated when Magnum discovers that others are also searching for him.
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28 unique people credited
Top billed cast
Tom Selleck
as Thomas Magnum
John Hillerman
as Jonathan Quayle Higgins
Roger E Mosley
as Theodore 'TC' Calvin
Larry Manetti
as Orville 'Rick' Wright
Gillian Dobb
as Agatha Chumley
Kwan Hi Lim
as Lieutenant Yoshi Tanaka
Jeff Mackay
as Lieutenant McReynolds
Kathleen Lloyd
as Carol Baldwin
Glenn Cannon
as Dr. Ibold
Patrick Bishop
as Keoki
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2Other crew
16Awards & Nominations
8 winsPrimetime Emmy Award
- Won1987Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series
- Won1987Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series — John Hillerman
- Won1984Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series
- Won1984Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series — Tom Selleck
Golden Globe Award
- Won1985Best Actor – Television Series Drama
- Won1982Best Supporting Actor – Series, Miniseries or Television Film
Golden Globe Awards
- Won1985Golden Globe Awards — Tom Selleck
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- Won1980Genesis Award
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- 🏆 Won — Golden Globe Awards 1985: Best Actor – Television Series Drama · Magnum, P.I.
- 🏆 Won — Golden Globe Awards 1982: Best Supporting Actor – Series, Miniseries or Television Film · Magnum, P.I.
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