Magnum P.I.: 101: I Saw the Sun Rise (2018) — Screenplay
A decorated Navy SEAL returns from Afghanistan to Hawaii, becoming a private investigator with his veteran friends and a former MI6 agent to solve cases no one else will take.
- Written by
- Peter M. Lenkov, Eric Guggenheim
- Genre
- Action, Adventure, Crime
- Studio
- CBS
- Length
- 60 pages
This series premiere is a strong study in establishing a new take on a beloved character while honoring its source material. Screenwriters can learn how to efficiently introduce a large ensemble cast, defining each character's distinct skills and interpersonal dynamics within the first act. The script also demonstrates effective use of a tropical setting to contrast action sequences with moments of character-driven humor and heart.
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