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He's a Hellraiser in Paradise.
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.
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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.
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Episode 1
Magnum and Higgins are on their way to London to attend to urgent business for Robin Masters and find themselves stirring up the past.
Directed by Russ MayberryWritten by Chris Abbott, Donald P. BellisarioGuest stars Margaret Lacey, Pamela Salem, Peter Davison, Arthur English, Julian Glover, Joseph Long, Geoffrey Beevers, Benjamin Feitelson
Episode 2
Thomas helps Penelope to continue to investigate Geoffrey's death and learns of Higgins' reluctance to visit his father.
Directed by Russ MayberryWritten by Chris Abbott, Donald P. BellisarioGuest stars Margaret Lacey, Marc Sinden, Pamela Salem, Peter Davison, Arthur English, Julian Glover, Joseph Long, Geoffrey Beevers
Episode 3
Magnum welcomes a former high school friend who enlists his help to rescue a highly trained dolphin.
Directed by Ivan DixonWritten by Jill DonnerGuest stars Hari Rhodes, Brock Peters, Lee Purcell, Keone Young, Lee de Broux, Art Kimbro, Fred Lerner, Michael Adams
Episode 4
After saving Lauren Henderson from nearly drowning, Magnum falls in love with her and is drawn into a difficult situation.
Directed by Jerry JamesonWritten by Chris AbbottGuest stars Frank Converse, Cynthia Sikes, Kit McDonough, Dick Jensen, Dick Jensen, Wesley Farris
Episode 5
Magnum's services are enlisted during the imminent opening of an International Convention of Jewelry Designers at an Island hotel.
Directed by Douglas HeyesWritten by Reuben LederGuest stars Candy Clark, Granville Van Dusen, Phyllis Davis, Wayne Storm, Norm Compton, Joe Moore, David Cohen, Kenna Cohen
Episode 6
Magnum discovers that the death of TC's good friend was accidental.
Directed by Reuben LederWritten by Reuben LederGuest stars Larry B. Scott, Whip Hubley, Tony Webster, Kwan Hi Lim, James Grant Benton, Sheila Frazier, Bob Minor, Rummel Mor
Episode 7
Magnum returns home after 13 years to attend his beloved grandfather's funeral.
Directed by Harry HarrisWritten by Chris Abbott, Gene DonaldsGuest stars David Huddleston, Gwen Verdon, Brandon Call, James Staley, Julie Cobb, Joe Regalbuto, Irene Tedrow, Vera Hussey-Forbes
Episode 8
Magnum discovers that cattle rustlers abound on the Island of Hawaii.
Directed by Russ MayberryWritten by Jay HuguelyGuest stars Henry Darrow, Michael Sharrett, Doug McClure, Mary Kate McGeehan, Kawika Pagan, Clifford Lorenzo, Kenneth Uyeda, Pauline Kealoha-Millaré
Episode 9
Magnum is hired to work with a representative of a publishing company to supervise a treasure hunt.
Directed by Ivan DixonWritten by Reuben LederGuest stars Gillian Dobb, Beverly Todd, Michael Swan, Nancy Stafford, Glenn Cannon, Kathleen Lloyd, Kwan Hi Lim, James Grant Benton
Episode 10
Magnum sees to it that a leak in the security system of a U.S. naval base at Pearl Harbor is eliminated.
Directed by Michael VejarWritten by Phil CombestGuest stars Simone Griffeth, Paul Burke, Peter Hansen, Dennis Haysbert, Jeff Yagher, Chris Mulkey, Elissa Dulce Hoopai, Paul Burke
Episode 11
Magnum becomes obsessed with finding a boy he thinks he has seen while scuba diving in Hawaiian waters.
Directed by Russ MayberryWritten by Bruce CerviGuest stars Eddie Barth, John Bennett Perry, Haunani Minn, Robert Weaver, Josie Over, Lee Woodd, Cliff Coleman, Kahale Ahina
Episode 12
Bizarre accidents overshadow the glitter and glamour of carnival on the island.
Directed by Arthur Allan SeidelmanWritten by Reuben LederGuest stars Clive Revill, Geoffrey Lewis, Anne Schedeen, Richard Alfieri, Kwan Hi Lim, Geoffrey Lewis, Tommy Madden, Skeeter Vaughan
Episode 13
Magnum is the target of racketeers who want him dead and Robin Masters' nephew impersonates him, with very dangerous consequences.
Directed by Russ MayberryWritten by Bruce CerviGuest stars Meredith MacRae, Russ McCubbin, Tate Donovan, Carmella Barut, Duff King, Michael MacRae, Carl Ciarfalio
Episode 14
Magnum decides to investigate the mystery surrounding Higgins' sudden departure from Robin's Nest.
Directed by Virgil W. VogelWritten by Jay HuguelyGuest stars Gillian Dobb, Rex Ryon, Darleen Carr, Michael Halsey, John McCann, Jeff Olson, Mike Ebner, Fuzzy Moody
Episode 15
Magnum, TC, Rick and Higgins must guard the statuette of a priceless Hawaiian Family God on route to the Hilo Museum.
Directed by Jerry JamesonWritten by Reuben LederGuest stars Sarah Douglas, Thaao Penghlis, Paul Sand, William Windom, Shelley Smith, Carole Cook, Alan Hale Jr., Bob Fimiani
Episode 16
When Rick's boat returns from a cruise empty, Magnum, TC and Higgins go in search of Rick and his passengers who are presumed dead.
Directed by Leo PennWritten by Chris AbbottGuest stars Kathleen Lloyd, Maile Kinimaka, Clyde Kusatsu, Jenny Sherman, Josie Over, Dan Nichols, Todd Camenson, Vince Deadrick Sr.
Episode 17
Magnum tastes death when he is set up by a hit man.
Directed by John Llewellyn MoxeyWritten by Bruce CerviGuest stars Clu Gulager, Morgan Stevens, Glenn Cannon, Marta Kober, Ron Wood, Elisha Cook Jr., Mie Hunt, Kwan Hi Lim
Episode 18
While searching for a missing boy, Magnum comes across a black market baby business.
Directed by Rick WeaverWritten by Jill DonnerGuest stars Jennifer Salt, Julia Montgomery, Denise Galik, Kip Gilman, Stella Stevens, Elissa Dulce Hoopai, Jim Hutchison, Robert Witthans
Episode 19
Higgins must cope with a visiting dignitary, an invitational chess tournament and the appearance of his flamboyant half brother.
Directed by John Llewellyn MoxeyWritten by Jay HuguelyGuest stars Gillian Dobb, Cesare Danova, Anthony LaPaglia, Robert Hogan, Kanani Choy, Devon Guard, Nyle Hallman, Edward B. Randolph
Episode 20
Friendships are tested when Rick becomes a million dollar lottery winner while TC and Magnum fight the destruction of TC's club house for underprivileged and troubled kids.
Directed by Ray AustinWritten by Reuben LederGuest stars Bruce Forsyth, Pat Corley, Elisha Cook Jr., Esmond Chung, Claudia Cron, John Lisbon Wood, Robert F. Hoy, Melanie Vincz
Episode 21
Magnum's encounter with a photographer uncovers an embezzler long thought dead.
Directed by Burt BrinckerhoffWritten by Chas. Floyd Johnson, Bruce CerviGuest stars Gillian Dobb, Max Kleven, Cassie Yates, Denny Miller, Geoff Heise, Rose Marie Barbee, Suzy Williams, Jake Hoopai
Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026
Tom SelleckThomas Magnum
John HillermanJonathan Higgins
Roger E. MosleyTerry 'TC' Calvin
Larry ManettiRick Wright
Jean Bruce ScottLt. Cmdr. Maggie Poole, USN
Paul BurkeAdmiral Kitchner
Kathleen LloydCarol Baldwin
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