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Season 1 – Hawaii Five-0

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CBS books a new version of the classic "Hawaii Five-0" series, with Alex O'Loughlin in the lead role as Detective Steve McGarrett and Scott Caan portraying Danno. The detectives are part of an elite task force whose mission is to eliminate crime on the beaches of the Aloha State. Assisting McGarrett and Danno are Capt. Lou Grover, who formerly headed Hawaii's SWAT unit; Jerry Ortega, the islands' local conspiracy theorist; and Tani Rey, a bold, recent police academy graduate. The brash unit spar and jest among themselves but remain determined to eliminate the seedy elements from the nation's 50th state.
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A brisk, slick reboot of an old favorite, Hawaii Five-0's picturesque locales and attractive cast make for pleasurable viewing.

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Chuck Barney San Jose Mercury News Mar 25, 2019
B+
There was room for some contemporary improvement. With that mission accomplished, "Hawaii Five-0" just might be one remake with staying power. Go to Full Review Linda Holmes NPR Mar 25, 2019
Hawaii Five-0 should be fun, not grim, and that's what Caan brings to the table... He gives the show an enormous lift, to the point where it would probably be unwatchable without him but borders on enjoyable, at times, in his presence. Go to Full Review Emily St. James AV Club Mar 25, 2019
Everything any TV viewer could want in a time-waster. No one's going to mistake it for profound television, but it accomplishes something almost more rare: It becomes exquisitely paced, indelibly fun television. Go to Full Review Michelle Carlbert TV Equals Mar 9, 2020
Overall, I really liked the pilot episode and basically, Hawaii Five-0 had me at Aloha. Go to Full Review Jim Garner TV Fanatic Mar 25, 2019
3.8/5
I really enjoyed the new version of this classic program. It appears that CBS kept all the parts of the original show that worked and updated the parts needed to be modernized. Go to Full Review R.L. Shaffer IGN Mar 25, 2019
8/10
The show is damn good, with great cinematography, solid performances and slick, stylized action and drama. If you dig cop dramas, you're bound to love this show. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Sergio M @NanoFurioso Jan 29, 2026 Vuelves de clase, son las 17:00 y esta lloviendo, enciendes la tele y empiezas a escuchar la intro. Cumple su funcion a la perfeccion, es un 7/10. Nada complicado, personajes carismaticos, Hawaii y una trama lo suficientemente buena como para no cambiar de canal. See more steve d @RT35616104 Jul 26, 2020 The 4 stars are great but the stories are often a bit predictable. See more Read all reviews
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Alex O'Loughlin

Steve McGarrett

Scott Caan

Danny "Danno" Williams

Daniel Dae Kim

Actor

Grace Park

Actor

Taryn Manning

Actor

Jean Smart

Guest Star

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Sep 20, 2010 Pilot Steve McGarrett, a decorated Naval officer, returns to Hawaii to investigate his father's murder and is asked to head up an elite police task force. Details Episode 2 Aired Sep 27, 2010 Ohana Following the abduction of a former NSA cyberterrorism expert, the team must rescue the man and prevent a breach of national security. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 4, 2010 Malama Ka Aina An escalating gang war spills into the stands of a high-school football game, killing several people; an unlikely partnership arises. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 11, 2010 Lanakila A violent convict escapes from prison and kidnaps a young couple on vacation; McGarrett's estranged sister comes to town. Details Episode 5 Aired Oct 18, 2010 Nalowale When the daughter of the U.S. ambassador to the Philippines is found dead, the governor tasks Five-0 with finding her abducted sister. Details Episode 6 Aired Oct 25, 2010 Ko'olauloa When the CEO of a successful surf company is murdered, Kono revisits her past; Five-0 is thrown into the varied but interconnected worlds of North Shore surfing. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 1, 2010 Ho'apono A Navy SEAL accused of murder takes hostages and safe haven on a memorial battleship. Details Episode 8 Aired Nov 8, 2010 Mana'o When Danny's ex-partner is found dead at a Hawaiian luau the Five-0 team's investigation leads them to some dirty cops and a powerful cocaine cartel. Details Episode 9 Aired Nov 15, 2010 Po'ipu The team must protect a ruthless dictator from an assassination. Details Episode 10 Aired Nov 22, 2010 Heihei A ring of thieves pulls off the heist of an armored car, killing two security guards and leaving the money behind; Danny must seek his ex-wife's help in the case. Details Episode 11 Aired Dec 6, 2010 Palekaiko The abduction of a woman and the murder of her husband on their honeymoon becomes the case of the Five-0 team; Dr. Max Bergman (Masi Oka) recognizes similarities to a string of unsolved homicides. Details Episode 12 Aired Dec 13, 2010 Hana `a`a Makehewa The man who murdered McGarrett's father resurfaces; Chin Ho's life is put in danger during a hostage situation. Details Episode 13 Aired Jan 3, 2011 Ke Kinohi McGarrett discovers new clues in his mother's murder when his sister is kidnapped. Details Episode 14 Aired Jan 17, 2011 He Kane Hewa'ole After a high-speed chase, the team makes a gruesome discovery; Chin Ho and his former fiancée awkwardly reunite. Details Episode 15 Aired Jan 23, 2011 Kai e'e The head of the Tsunami Warning Center disappears just as the island is being evacuated for a terrible storm. Details Episode 16 Aired Feb 7, 2011 E Malama The team heads into the jungle to try to find a missing witness in a high-profile murder case before the assassins that are after her. Details Episode 17 Aired Feb 14, 2011 Powa Maka Moana An afternoon pleasure cruise turns into a nightmare when pirates attack and take hostages. Details Episode 18 Aired Feb 20, 2011 Loa Aloha The team must stop a vengeful bomber; Danny's fun-loving brother (Dane Cook) visits unexpectedly. Details Episode 19 Aired Mar 21, 2011 Na Me'e Laua Na Paio A science-fiction fan dressed as a superhero is murdered; McGarrett receives a visit from a CIA agent interested in finding Yakuza. Details Episode 20 Aired Apr 11, 2011 Ma Ke Kahakai While on a hike, Danny and McGarrett find a murder victim; Chin Ho and Kono go home to visit their ailing aunt. Details Episode 21 Aired Apr 18, 2011 Ho'opa'i The team must stop a New York detective from retaliating against a crime boss who targeted his family. Details Episode 22 Aired May 2, 2011 Ho'ohuli Na'au After a famous photographer is murdered while doing a magazine shoot, Danny is happy to learn that he will be interviewing the swimsuit models. Details Episode 23 Aired May 9, 2011 Ua Hiki Mai Kapalena Pau After receiving valuable information from Agent Jenna Kaye, the team closes in on Wo Fat; Danny is exposed to a deadly neurological agent. Details Episode 24 Aired May 16, 2011 Oia'i'o The Five-0 is targeted by Wo Fat after getting too close to the truth about the criminal mastermind and his associates. Details

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Hawaii Five-0 — Season 1

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Season Info

Director
Elodie Keene, Brad Turner, Matt Earl Beesley, Duane Clark, Chris Fisher, Tate Donovan
Executive Producer
Alex Kurtzman, Peter M. Lenkov, Roberto Orci
Screenwriter
Peter M. Lenkov, Carol Barbee, Shane Salerno, J.R. Orci, Sarah Goldfinger, Alex Kurtzman, Paul Zbyszewski, Kyle Harimoto, David Wolkove, Roberto Orci, Jessica Rieder
Network
CBS
Rating
TV-14 (L|V)
Genre
Crime, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Sep 20, 2010
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