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Status: Ended
Network: CBS
Type: Scripted
Rating: 7.1/10
Hawaii Five-O
Overview
Hawaii Five-O is an American police procedural drama series produced by CBS Productions and Leonard Freeman. Set in Hawaii, the show originally aired for 12 seasons from 1968 to 1980, and continues in reruns. Jack Lord portrayed Detective Lieutenant Steve McGarrett, the head of a special state police task force which was based on an actual unit that existed under martial law in the 1940s. The theme music composed by Morton Stevens became especially popular. Many episodes would end with McGarrett instructing his subordinate to "Book 'em, Danno!", sometimes specifying a charge such as "murder one".
This production, originally released in 1968, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Action & Adventure, Drama genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 7.1 across its 12 seasons.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Action & Adventure and Drama.
- • Produced in United States of America.
- • Original Language: English.
Starring Cast
Jack Lord
Det. Steve McGarrett
Herman Wedemeyer
Duke
William Smith
Det. James 'Kimo' Carew
Richard Denning
Governor
Sharon Farrell
Lori Wilson
Seasons
Specials
3 Episodes • Aired TBA
No season overview provided for this season.
Season 1
25 Episodes • Aired 1968-09-19
The first season of Hawaii Five-O, an American television series, began September 20, 1968, and ended on March 19, 1969. It aired on CBS. The region 1 DVD was released on March 6, 2007.
Season 2
25 Episodes • Aired 1969-09-23
The second season of Hawaii Five-O, an American television series, began September 24, 1969, and ended on March 11, 1970. It aired on CBS. The region 1 DVD was released on July 31, 2007.
Season 3
24 Episodes • Aired 1970-09-15
The third season of Hawaii Five-O, an American television series, began September 16, 1970, and ended on March 10, 1971. It aired on CBS. The region 1 DVD was released on January 22, 2008.
Season 4
24 Episodes • Aired 1971-09-13
The fourth season of Hawaii Five-O, an American television series, began September 14, 1971, and ended on March 7, 1972. It aired on CBS. The region 1 DVD was released on June 10, 2008.
