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Pavan · 11-12-2003, 01:38 AM

HALLMARK CHANNEL SCORES BIG WITH ‘MAGNUM, P.I.’

Programming Powerhouse Another Jewel in Network’s Crown
Hallmark Channel will welcome the New Year with a resounding “Aloha” when one of the most popular TV series of all time – “Magnum, P.I.” – joins the broadcast lineup in January 2004.

A huge hit during its original eight season run and a solid performer in syndication, the high-style, action detective drama – about a Vietnam vet who becomes a private investigator in exotic Hawaii – is the latest acquisition in a strategy designed to build on the network’s steady ratings growth by capitalizing on built-in audiences.

“A proven performer with broad appeal to both men and women, ‘Magnum, P.I.’ is colorful, compelling, classic entertainment,” said David Kenin, Executive Vice
President, Programming. “It’s the kind of asset we’re confident will contribute to Hallmark Channel’s continued success in the highly competitive cable arena.”

During its 1980-88 run on CBS, “Magnum, P.I.” earned 17 Emmy® Award nominations, with Tom Selleck honored as Outstanding Lead Actor in 1984 and John Hillerman named Outstanding Supporting Actor in 1987. Both actors also won Golden
Globe awards for their performances as rogue detective Thomas Magnum and his nemesis, Jonathan Higgins, the major domo who runs the estate where Magnum lives.

“Magnum, P.I.” debuts on Hallmark Channel beginning with an all-day marathon to be broadcast Sunday, January 4.

Harper49 · 11-13-2003, 04:16 PM

But whatabout other comedies?!

Nanny Fine · 11-14-2003, 09:17 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by pavanbadal
HALLMARK CHANNEL SCORES BIG WITH ‘MAGNUM, P.I.’

Programming Powerhouse Another Jewel in Network’s Crown
Hallmark Channel will welcome the New Year with a resounding “Aloha” when one of the most popular TV series of all time – “Magnum, P.I.” – joins the broadcast lineup in January 2004.

A huge hit during its original eight season run and a solid performer in syndication, the high-style, action detective drama – about a Vietnam vet who becomes a private investigator in exotic Hawaii – is the latest acquisition in a strategy designed to build on the network’s steady ratings growth by capitalizing on built-in audiences.

“A proven performer with broad appeal to both men and women, ‘Magnum, P.I.’ is colorful, compelling, classic entertainment,” said David Kenin, Executive Vice
President, Programming. “It’s the kind of asset we’re confident will contribute to Hallmark Channel’s continued success in the highly competitive cable arena.”

During its 1980-88 run on CBS, “Magnum, P.I.” earned 17 Emmy® Award nominations, with Tom Selleck honored as Outstanding Lead Actor in 1984 and John Hillerman named Outstanding Supporting Actor in 1987. Both actors also won Golden
Globe awards for their performances as rogue detective Thomas Magnum and his nemesis, Jonathan Higgins, the major domo who runs the estate where Magnum lives.

“Magnum, P.I.” debuts on Hallmark Channel beginning with an all-day marathon to be broadcast Sunday, January 4.

That is excellent

Do you know what it's daily timeslot will be?

Pavan · 12-07-2003, 02:05 PM

Magnum, P.I. starts Jan. 4 with a marathon from 1-8 p.m. and then it will air Sun-Thurs at 6 p.m. and weeknights at 1:00am and 2:00am.

Nanny Fine · 01-03-2004, 02:43 PM

Bumping this up.

Starts tomorrow!

Yah!

EricIdlefan · 01-03-2004, 04:37 PM

Will watch and thanks for the information BTW!!

HIGH ENOUGH · 01-04-2004, 10:28 AM

I never saw this show. Will they show the episodes in order?

11-12-2003, 01:38 AM	#1
Pavan SO News/Reviews Director Administrator Forum Superstar Join Date: Feb 17, 2000 Location: Linden, NJ (Where Hal Linden got his last name from!) Posts: 26,821	Magnum P.I. To Hallmark Channel in January HALLMARK CHANNEL SCORES BIG WITH ‘MAGNUM, P.I.’ Programming Powerhouse Another Jewel in Network’s Crown Hallmark Channel will welcome the New Year with a resounding “Aloha” when one of the most popular TV series of all time – “Magnum, P.I.” – joins the broadcast lineup in January 2004. A huge hit during its original eight season run and a solid performer in syndication, the high-style, action detective drama – about a Vietnam vet who becomes a private investigator in exotic Hawaii – is the latest acquisition in a strategy designed to build on the network’s steady ratings growth by capitalizing on built-in audiences. “A proven performer with broad appeal to both men and women, ‘Magnum, P.I.’ is colorful, compelling, classic entertainment,” said David Kenin, Executive Vice President, Programming. “It’s the kind of asset we’re confident will contribute to Hallmark Channel’s continued success in the highly competitive cable arena.” During its 1980-88 run on CBS, “Magnum, P.I.” earned 17 Emmy® Award nominations, with Tom Selleck honored as Outstanding Lead Actor in 1984 and John Hillerman named Outstanding Supporting Actor in 1987. Both actors also won Golden Globe awards for their performances as rogue detective Thomas Magnum and his nemesis, Jonathan Higgins, the major domo who runs the estate where Magnum lives. “Magnum, P.I.” debuts on Hallmark Channel beginning with an all-day marathon to be broadcast Sunday, January 4.
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01-03-2004, 04:37 PM	#6
EricIdlefan June Bug & School's Out Forum Addict Join Date: Oct 12, 2003 Location: East TN Posts: 68,236	Will watch and thanks for the information BTW!!
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01-04-2004, 10:28 AM	#7
HIGH ENOUGH Member Senior Member Join Date: Jun 19, 2003 Location: making out with Hilary Duff and Tara Reid at the same time. Posts: 1,283	I never saw this show. Will they show the episodes in order?
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11-13-2003, 04:16 PM	#2
Harper49 I Am A Member Senior Member Join Date: Sep 01, 2001 Location: Freedom, OK & Norman, OK Posts: 2,774	But whatabout other comedies?!

12-07-2003, 02:05 PM	#4
Pavan SO News/Reviews Director Administrator Forum Superstar Join Date: Feb 17, 2000 Location: Linden, NJ (Where Hal Linden got his last name from!) Posts: 26,821	Magnum, P.I. starts Jan. 4 with a marathon from 1-8 p.m. and then it will air Sun-Thurs at 6 p.m. and weeknights at 1:00am and 2:00am.

01-03-2004, 02:43 PM	#5
Nanny Fine Justine and Holden.. Senior Member Join Date: Jan 01, 2003 Location: Watching The Ellen Degeneres Show and luvin' it Posts: 2,852	Bumping this up. Starts tomorrow! Yah!