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Hawaii Five-0

2010·Show
240Episodes in10Seasons·TV-14
IMDb7.4Metacritic666.9Rotten Tomatoes–73%
Episode ratings

Where to watch

NetflixParamount+

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Hawaii Five-0 fingerprint

High energy, striking style, light on feelings.

Energy

Thrilling and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline8
  • Fast Pace8
  • Tension7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics7
  • Hopefulness6
  • Nostalgia6

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Situational Comedy3
  • Physical Comedy2

World

Crime, everyday modern life, and mystery

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability6
  • Dialogue Centrality5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7
  • Intrigue7

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

Skip it if

You want something quiet and calm

Based on the GoodWatch fingerprint: our scores for 70+ attributes of every show. Select a row to see all of them.

Episode ratings

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About

Steve McGarrett returns home to Oahu, in order to find his father's killer. The governor offers him the chance to run his own task force (Five-0). Steve's team is joined by Chin Ho Kelly, Danny "Danno" Williams, and Kono Kalakaua.
Procedural Crime DramaTropical Action EscapismBuddy Cop DynamicsModernized Classic RebootVisually Stunning Location ShootingHigh-Octane Chases and ShootoutsFound Family ThemeLight Mystery SolvingComfort TV SeriesPatriotic Heroics

Crew

Directed by:
Bryan Spicer, Peter Weller, Jerry Levine
Written by:
Leonard Freeman, Peter M. Lenkov, David Wolkove
Produced by:
Alex Kurtzman, Roberto Orci, Larry Stewart

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Hawaii Five-0

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Hawaii Five-0 legally?

NetflixParamount+

Hawaii Five-0 is included with a subscription to Netflix and Paramount+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Paramount+. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Hawaii Five-0 worth watching?

69
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70/100 (IMDb 7.4 and Metacritic 66). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Hawaii Five-0 rated?

TV-14ViolenceStrong language

It's rated TV-14 in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How many seasons does Hawaii Five-0 have?

10 seasons

It has 10 seasons with 240 episodes of about 42 minutes each.

Do critics and audiences agree on Hawaii Five-0?

Critics66
Audiences72

Yes. Critics average 66 and audiences 72 out of 100, so both groups see Hawaii Five-0 much the same way.

When did Hawaii Five-0 air?

It ran from 2010 to 2020 and has ended.

What language is Hawaii Five-0 in?

EnglishSpanishPortuguese

It was made in English, with some Spanish, Portuguese. Produced in United States, Singapore.

In how many countries can I watch Hawaii Five-0?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Hawaii Five-0 in 68 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Hawaii Five-0 use?

FanserviceHitman with a HeartAlmost Out of OxygenHollywood HealingFake Guest StarI Can See YouBat ScareLife Saving MisfortuneEvil All AlongMore Deadly Than the MaleBatter Up!Bratty Teenage Daughterand 239 more

TV Tropes lists 251 storytelling tropes for Hawaii Five-0, including Fanservice, Hitman with a Heart, Almost Out of Oxygen.