Magnum p.i.

Magnum, p.i. was released in 1980. The American crime drama television series ran for 8 seasons until 1988. Starring Tom Selleck as Magnum. A private investigator solving cases on the island of Hawaii.

The TV Show

Tom Selleck plays the role of Thomas Sullivan Magnum III. A private investigator living in a Hawaiin guesthouse owned by Robin Masters, a never seen in the show and famed novelist who invites Magnum to stay there. All thanks to Magnum’s security expertise. The caretaker of the estate is called Higgins, played by John Hillerman.

Higgins is an old retired British Army Seargent Major with two pet Doberman Pinschers. The two are comically at each other throats due to their different approaches to life.

Magnum lives a luxurious life in the mansion, and have the use of the property and everything that comes with it.

Magnum and the Ferrari 308GT

Including the 308 GTS Ferrari Quattrovalvole. The image of Tom Selleck and the Ferrari has become an 80s tv icon.

The cast of the show. Tom Selleck as Magnum with John Hillerman as Higgins, Roger E. Mosley as Theodore T.C. Calvin (who operates a helicopter charter service), and Larry Manetti as Rick Wright who owns a local bar.

Calvin with his helicopter

The tv intro