description Hawaii Five-O Overview
Hawaii Five-O was an American television drama focusing on a fictional state police task force led by Detective Captain Stephen “Steve” McGarrett. The show ran for twelve seasons on CBS, beginning in 1968 and concluding in 1980. Its recurring elements included the theme music and McGarrett’s signature phrase.
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Who played Steve McGarrett in the original Hawaii Five-O series?
The character of Detective Captain Steve McGarrett was portrayed by actor Jack Lord in the original series. Lord played the role for the show's entire 12-season run on CBS, from 1968 until 1980.
Who composed the famous Hawaii Five-O theme music?
The iconic instrumental theme music was composed by Morton Stevens. It became a massive hit, reaching number four on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1969.
What does the 'Five-O' in Hawaii Five-O stand for?
The title references Hawaii being the 50th state admitted to the United States in 1959. The slang term 'Five-O' for police officers later became widely popularized in global culture specifically because of this show's success.
Did the original Hawaii Five-O have a definitive series finale?
Yes, the original series concluded with a two-part finale titled 'Woe to Wo Fat,' which aired in April 1980. In this final episode, McGarrett finally captures his long-time nemesis, Wo Fat, and utters his iconic catchphrase, 'Book 'em, Danno.'
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