Hawaii Five-O (1968)

Basking in the sun-kissed splendor of the island state, Hawaii Five-O offers a thrilling and immersive journey into the pulsating heart of Hawaii's criminal underworld. This special state police unit, accountable only to the Hawaii Governor, operates from the historic Iolani Palace nestled in Downtown Honolulu. Under the steadfast leadership of Steve McGarrett, this elite group tackles the most insidious elements of society, from organized crime and chilling murder cases to unnerving assassination attempts and felonies of every imaginable kind. Working in close quarters with the Honolulu police, this unit is the state's bulwark against the escalating tide of criminal activity. Throughout the series, the echoing grunt of McGarrett's iconic command, "Book 'em, Danno!" becomes the dreaded phrase for every outlaw, shaking the very foundations of Hawaii's underworld. Yet, it's the elusive nemesis Wo Fat, whose capture marks a turning point in the narrative, even as the revered MacArthur makes his exit from the series. Hawaii Five-0 is a riveting exploration of justice and courage, set against the backdrop of Hawaii's lush landscapes and cloaked in the mystique of its vibrant culture.

Hawaii Five-O is an action show featuring Jack Lord and created by Leonard Freeman.

Hawaii Five-O is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on CBS, Freevee and Pluto TV and it's also available on CBS, Paramount Plus, Paramount Plus Apple TV Channel , Paramount+ Amazon Channel and Paramount+ Roku Premium Channel.

It is also possible to buy Hawaii Five-O on Amazon Video, Apple TV and Vudu.