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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.
Thomas Magnum, a private investigator, returns home from Afghanistan and uses his military skills to solve crimes on Hawaii's luxurious island. He lives in a sprawling estate, often clashing with its British majordomo, but also partners with former Navy SEALs Rick Wright and T.C. Calvin, and tenacious D.I. Juliet Higgins.
The 2024 reboot of Magnum P.I. received a mixed to positive reception, praised for its charismatic lead, modernized approach, and exciting action sequences, while some critics noted it leaned into familiar procedural tropes. Audiences generally enjoyed the updated take on the classic series.
Praised for Jay Hernandez's charm and engaging performance as Magnum.
Appreciated for its updated visual style and more diverse cast.
Criticized by some for not significantly deviating from the original series' formula.
Google audience: Google users generally found the new Magnum P.I. to be an entertaining and enjoyable watch, with many appreciating the blend of action, humor, and the chemistry among the cast. Some viewers commented on the show's familiar premise but found it a satisfying modern update.
None notable.
The reboot intentionally distanced itself from the original series' more lighthearted and comedic tone, aiming for a slightly more grounded and action-oriented feel, while still retaining the core elements of mystery and adventure.
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CBS or NBC needs to uncancel this show. I'm in love with this show because everyone on the show made it fun to watch, but mostly Jay Hernandez. Jay Hernandez is so so SO fucking hot and sexy and i need this show back. CBS and NBC had no abs...
**Score: 8/10 — A Stylish, Charismatic, and Perfectly Executed Modern Revival** The 2018 reboot of *Magnum P.I.* faced a daunting task: modernising one of television’s most iconic characters—and his iconic car—without losing their essenc...
I hate this, it was absolutely horrible, an insult to the original where the characters make no sense, the changes are absolutely pointless, and the stories are inane and boring. But, there is action and it makes a political statement, a...
It was good. Though quite different to the original. And I did had reservations of a female Higgins, which implies that the writers would intend some romance between the two characters, which I think would be weird (and I prefer the relatio...