Magnum, P.I.
“He's a Hellraiser in Paradise.”
Series Overview
A private investigator who works when he wants, lives in a beachfront estate in Hawaii, drives a posh Ferrari, runs up an unlimited tab at a swank bar, and charms attractive women in peril - that's the lifestyle of Thomas Magnum, aka Magnum, P.I.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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8 Seasons • 162 Episodes
45 min per episode
1980 – 1988
Premiered: Thu, Dec 11, 1980
Donald P. Bellisario
Glen A. LarsonLatest Aired Episode
Season 8, Episode 13: “Resolutions (2)”
As Rick's wedding looms ever closer, Magnum continues his surveillance on Linda to try and catch the psychopathic killer who is stalking her. T.C. faces a reconciliation with his estranged wife. And Magnum gets some surprising news about his theory that Higgins is really Robin Masters, as well as the true fate of Lily.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Magnum, P.I. Trailer + Rare Title Sequence
Type: Trailer • Published 2015-12-10
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Donald P. Bellisario, Glen A. Larson
Donald P. Bellisario, Rick Weaver, Reuben Leder, Douglas Benton, Douglas Green
Department Leadership Roster
Rick Weaver
Producer
Reuben Leder
Producer
Douglas Benton
Producer
Douglas Green
Producer
Nick Thiel
Producer
Chas. Floyd Johnson
Producer
Joel Rogosin
Producer
Andrew Schneider
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Suitable only for 12 years and over.
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
Parental Guidance Suggested.
Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.
Universal Public Exhibition — Unrestricted family viewing.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Magnum, P.I.
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What is Magnum, P.I. about?
A private investigator who works when he wants, lives in a beachfront estate in Hawaii, drives a posh Ferrari, runs up an unlimited tab at a swank bar, and charms attractive women in peril - that's the lifestyle of Thomas Magnum, aka Magnum, P.I.
How many seasons does Magnum, P.I. have?
Magnum, P.I. comprises 8 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Magnum, P.I.?
Key cast members in Magnum, P.I. include Tom Selleck, John Hillerman, Roger E. Mosley, Larry Manetti.
Who created or directed Magnum, P.I.?
Magnum, P.I. was developed and directed by Donald P. Bellisario, Glen A. Larson.