Hawaii Five-O (1968 - 1980)

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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".

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Leonard Freeman ,

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Hawaii Five-0 is a police procedural drama series that originally aired from 1968 to 1980 and was later revived from 2010 to 2020. Set in Hawaii, the show follows an elite task force, led by Detective Steve McGarrett, as they investigate major crimes and terrorism in the Aloha State. The team includes former criminal turned cop Danny Williams, rookie officer Chin Ho Kelly, and computer whiz Kono Kalakaua. The series is known for its beautiful Hawaiian landscapes, fast-paced action, and a blend of suspense, drama, and humor. The revival introduced a more modern take on the original series, with updated characters and storylines while retaining the iconic theme song composed by Morton Stevens. Over its ten seasons, Hawaii Five-0 gained a loyal fan base and received praise for its diverse cast and engaging plotlines, often highlighting themes of family, loyalty, and justice. The show concluded with a finale that honored its legacy and offered closure to its characters.

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