Hawaii Five-0 Timeline ( Real )

tv_premiere
September 20, 2010

Hawaii Five-0 Series Premiere

The reboot of Hawaii Five-0 premiered on CBS, introducing a modern take on the classic 1968 series.

casting
February 2010

Casting of Alex O'Loughlin as Steve McGarrett

Alex O'Loughlin was cast in the lead role, becoming the face of the series as the head of the Five-0 task force.

production
August 2010

Steven Spielberg Joins as Executive Producer

Steven Spielberg came on board as an executive producer, bringing significant attention to the reboot.

award
May 16, 2013

Show Wins BMI TV Music Award

Hawaii Five-0 was recognized for its musical score at the BMI TV Music Awards.

Hawaii Five-0 Timeline ( Fictional )

formation
2010-09-20

Creation of Task Force 5-0

Governor Pat Jameson forms the elite task force to combat serious crime in Hawaii, assigning Steve McGarrett as its leader.

setup
2010-10-01

Five-0 Unit Headquarters Established

The Five-0 task force sets up operations at the Iolani Palace in Honolulu, establishing their base of operations.

mission
2010-10-15

First Assignment: Capture of Victor Hesse

The team successfully apprehends Victor Hesse, a black-market arms dealer posing a major threat to Hawaii’s security.

personal
2011-02-10

Death of Steve McGarrett’s Father

Steve McGarrett grapples with the loss of his father, John McGarrett, which deeply influences his commitment to justice.

legislation
2011-05-05

Formation of Five-0 as Official State Unit

Legislation is passed to officially recognize Task Force 5-0 as a permanent unit under the Hawaii state government.

member_addition
2011-09-12

Kono Kalakaua Joins Five-0

Kono Kalakaua becomes the newest member, bringing valuable undercover and combat skills to the team.

member_addition
2011-11-20

Chin Ho Kelly Recruited Back to Team

Former Honolulu PD detective Chin Ho Kelly returns to join Five-0, reuniting with his cousin Kono Kalakaua.

crisis
2012-03-15

Steve McGarrett Captured by Wo Fat

Steve is taken hostage by the dangerous criminal Wo Fat, threatening the team’s stability and safety.

ceremony
2012-07-01

Aloha Ceremony for Five-0 Team

The team celebrates their successes and renewed commitment to protecting Hawaii during a traditional Aloha ceremony.

member_addition
2013-01-10

Danno Williams Joins Five-0

Detective Daniel 'Danno' Williams officially becomes a member of the task force, strengthening the team’s investigative capabilities.

mission
2013-05-25

Five-0 Thwarts Major Terrorist Plot

The team prevents a large-scale attack on Hawaii orchestrated by a foreign terrorist organization, saving countless lives.

personal
2014-02-14

Steve McGarrett Takes Leave to Investigate Family Mystery

Steve temporarily steps away from the unit to uncover secrets about his family’s past.

ally
2014-06-10

Kamekona Becomes Official Informant for Five-0

Local entrepreneur Kamekona offers his resources and intelligence to Five-0, enhancing their street-level information network.

mission
2014-09-20

Steve McGarrett Returns, Leads Raid on Wo Fat's Operation

Steve leads a successful mission dismantling Wo Fat’s criminal empire once and for all.

member_addition
2015-03-15

Catherine Rollins Rejoins Team as Navy Liaison

Steve’s former love interest and Navy officer Catherine Rollins returns to assist Five-0 with military-related investigations.

mission
2015-07-30

Five-0 Disarms Bomb Threat at Honolulu Harbor

Team quickly responds and prevents a bomb from detonating at a major port, securing the area and civilians.

member_departure
2016-11-12

Kono Kalakaua Departs for Family Reasons

Kono leaves the task force to focus on her family and personal growth.

member_addition
2017-01-10

New Member Lou Grover Joins Five-0

Fierce and experienced paramedic Lou Grover is integrated into the team, adding tactical and medical skills.

personal
2018-05-22

Steve McGarrett Marries Catherine Rollins

Steve and Catherine officially marry, marking a major personal milestone for McGarrett.

organizational
2019-08-05

Five-0 Disbands Temporarily After Leadership Changes

Following administrative shifts and personal conflicts, the task force is temporarily disbanded before reassembling.