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Magnum, P.I. - Wikipedia

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A comprehensive encyclopedic overview of the 1980s American crime drama series Magnum, P.I. It provides detailed information on the show's premise, cast, production history, and cultural impact.

  • Summary of the show's premise and characters
  • Historical details on production and network airing
  • Cast list and information on recurring roles
  • Legacy and details on the 2018 remake
Who it's for: Fans of 80s television and researchers looking for factual, verified details regarding the Magnum, P.I. production history. AI

This Wikipedia entry covers the original Magnum, P.I. television series that aired from 1980 to 1988 on CBS. Readers will find information on the main characters, including Thomas Magnum and Jonathan Higgins, as well as production trivia and awards. It serves as a central reference point for fans, researchers, and television historians interested in 1980s pop culture.

Pros
  • Highly detailed and well-cited information
  • Includes cast, crew, and production history
  • Regularly updated by the community
  • Neutral, objective tone
Cons
  • Does not contain full-length episodes
  • Information is secondary, not a primary creative source
  • Subject to editor bias occasionally
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Content Focus Encyclopedic articles, history, and narrative premise Databases, cast lists, user ratings, and reviews
Depth of History Deep dives into production and context Focuses on technical credits and industry stats
User Interaction Edit history and discussion pages Star ratings and user-submitted reviews
Accessibility Highly readable prose for general audiences Structured data layouts optimized for quick reference
Media Assets Static images and text Trailers, galleries, and streaming links
How many seasons of the original Magnum, P.I. were produced?
The original series ran for 8 seasons from 1980 to 1988.
Who created the show?
The series was created by Donald P. Bellisario and Glen A. Larson.
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Magnum, P.I. - Wikipedia
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Type
Article
Headline
American crime drama television series (1980-1988)
Author
Contributors to Wikimedia projects
Publisher
Wikimedia Foundation, Inc.
Published
2003-07-26T02:00:35Z
Modified
2026-04-17T18:19:24Z

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