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Hawaii Five-0
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Hawaii Five-0's logo
Genre Police procedural
Drama
Created by Leonard Freeman
Developed by
Starring
Theme music composer Morton Stevens
Composer(s)
  • Brian Tyler
  • Keith Power
Country of origin United States
Original language(s) English
Hawaiian
No. of seasons 10
No. of episodes 240 (list of episodes)
Production
Executive producer(s)
Production location(s) O'ahu, Hawaii
Running time 42 minutes
Production company(s) K/O Paper Products
101st Street Productions
CBS Productions
(2010–12)
CBS Television Studios
(2012–20)
Release
Original network CBS
Picture format
Original release September 20, 2010 (2010-09-20) – April 3, 2020 (2020-04-03)
Chronology
Related shows Hawaii Five-O

Hawaii Five-0 was an exciting American TV show about a special police task force in Hawaii. It first aired on September 20, 2010, on the CBS network. This show was a new version of an older, very popular series called Hawaii Five-O. The team in the show worked to solve serious crimes on the beautiful islands of Hawaii. The series ran for 10 seasons and ended on April 3, 2020.

About Hawaii Five-0

Hawaii Five-0 is a police drama series. It focuses on a special state police task force. This team works to fight crime across the Hawaiian Islands. The show is known for its action and beautiful scenery.

The Story and Setting

The show takes place in O'ahu, Hawaii. The main characters are part of an elite task force. They report directly to the Governor of Hawaii. This allows them to bypass normal police rules. Their mission is to stop serious crimes.

The stories often involve dangerous criminals. The team uses their skills to solve mysteries. They also chase down bad guys. Each episode features a new case.

Main Characters and Cast

The show features a team of brave officers. The main characters are played by talented actors. These include Alex O'Loughlin and Scott Caan. Other important cast members are Daniel Dae Kim and Grace Park. They work together to keep Hawaii safe.

The characters often face tough challenges. They also build strong friendships. Their teamwork is a big part of the show.

Production and Broadcast

Hawaii Five-0 was developed by Peter M. Lenkov, Alex Kurtzman, and Roberto Orci. They helped bring the classic show back to life. The series was filmed in Hawaii. This helped to show off the islands' natural beauty.

How Long It Aired

The show premiered on September 20, 2010. It quickly became popular with viewers. The series was renewed for many seasons. It ran for a total of 10 seasons.

The final episode aired on April 3, 2020. Over its run, 240 episodes were produced. Each episode was about 42 minutes long.

Connection to the Original Show

Hawaii Five-0 is a reboot of Hawaii Five-O. The original series aired from 1968 to 1980. Both shows share the same name and setting. They also have a similar theme song.

The new series honored the old one. It brought the classic police drama to a new generation. Many fans enjoyed seeing the updated version.

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