Hawaii Five-O Timeline ( Real )

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September 20, 1968

Premiere of Original Hawaii Five-O

The original Hawaii Five-O TV series premiered on CBS, introducing the iconic police procedural set in Hawaii.

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April 8, 1980

Final Episode of Original Hawaii Five-O

The original Hawaii Five-O TV series aired its final episode after 12 seasons and 281 episodes.

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September 20, 2010

Premiere of Hawaii Five-0 Reboot

The reboot of Hawaii Five-O, titled Hawaii Five-0, premiered on CBS, reimagining the classic series for a new generation.

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April 3, 2020

Final Episode of Hawaii Five-0 Reboot

The rebooted Hawaii Five-0 TV series aired its final episode after 10 seasons and 240 episodes.

Hawaii Five-O Timeline ( Fictional )

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January 1970

Formation of Five-O

The Hawaii State Police Special Division, known as Five-O, is established by Governor Paul Jameson and headed by Steve McGarrett to fight crime in Hawaii.

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February 1970

Five-O's First Case

The team investigates its inaugural case, setting the tone for their relentless pursuit of justice in Hawaii.

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April 1970

McGarrett's Father's Murder Investigated

Steve McGarrett delves into the cold case surrounding the murder of his father, Commander John McGarrett, which fuels his dedication.

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Season 1, Episode 1 (Reboot)

Introduction of Danny 'Danno' Williams

Detective Danny Williams joins Five-O as Steve McGarrett's partner, bringing a new dynamic to the team.

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Season 5, Episode 24 (Reboot)

Closure of the Five-O Task Force

Due to political pressure, Five-O is temporarily disbanded, putting their investigations on hold and causing a shift in team dynamics.

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Season 10, Episode 25 (Reboot)

Final Confrontation with Wo Fat

Steve McGarrett confronts his main adversary, the ruthless criminal Wo Fat, in a decisive showdown.

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Season 6, Episode 1 (Reboot)

Re-establishment of Five-O

After the disbandment, Five-O is reorganized to continue their mission to protect Hawaii from crime.