The Final Season of the Hit Crime Drama to Air Every Friday at 8 PM
Johannesburg, 12 February 2025 – Universal TV (DStv 117) has officially announced the highly anticipated return of MAGNUM P.I., with Season 5 premiering on 21 February 2025. This thrilling twenty-part crime drama will keep audiences on the edge of their seats, airing every Friday at 8 PM until the series finale on 20 June.
Jay Hernandez Returns as Thomas Magnum
The charismatic Thomas Magnum (played by Jay Hernandez) is back in action, navigating gripping cases in the stunning backdrop of Hawaii. As this modern reimagining of the classic series comes to an epic conclusion, fans can expect even more action, romance, and emotional depth than ever before.
This season, Magnum and Juliet Higgins (Perdita Weeks) finally take their relationship to the next level, while the beloved Magnum P.I. ohana—including Rick (Zachary Knighton), TC (Stephen Hill), Katsumoto (Tim Kang), and Kumu (Amy Hill)—face new challenges and compelling storylines.

A Star-Studded Cast in a Legendary Franchise
Bringing this thrilling finale to life, MAGNUM P.I. boasts an impressive cast, featuring:
- Jay Hernandez (Suicide Squad, Bad Moms) as Thomas Magnum
- Perdita Weeks (Ready Player One) as Juliet Higgins
- Zachary Knighton (Happy Endings) as Orville ‘Rick’ Wright
- Stephen Hill (Law & Order: SVU) as Theodore ‘TC’ Calvin
- Tim Kang (The Mentalist) as Detective Gordon Katsumoto
- Amy Hill (50 First Dates) as Teuila ‘Kumu’ Tuileta
Produced by CBS Television Studios and Universal Television, the final season is helmed by executive producers Eric Guggenheim, Barbie Kligman, John Davis, Justin Lin, John Fox, David Wolkove, and Gene Hong.
Don’t Miss the Final Ride
MAGNUM P.I. SEASON 5 premieres on 21 February at 20:00 on Universal TV (DStv Channel 117), with new episodes dropping every Friday until the series finale on 20 June.
Where to Watch
Universal TV is available on DStv Channel 117 across Africa. Don’t miss out on the thrilling conclusion to this legendary series!