Main Cast and Characters
The rebooted Hawaii Five-0 series, which ran from 2010 to 2020, featured a core team led by Alex O'Loughlin as Steve McGarrett and Scott Caan as Danny Williams. Daniel Dae Kim played Chin Ho Kelly, Grace Park portrayed Kono Kalakaua, and Ian Anthony Dale took on the role of Adam Noshimuri across multiple seasons. The ensemble also included Meaghan Rath as Tani Rey and Beulah Koale as Junior Reigns in later seasons, expanding the team structure while maintaining the original task-force concept. Forbes provides a detailed breakdown of the main cast and their character arcs.
Key recurring and guest roles were filled by actors such as Chi McBride as Captain Lou Grover, Taylor Wily as Kamekona, and Dennis Chun as Sergeant Duke Lukela. The show's casting drew from both established Hollywood talent and emerging actors, with many performers appearing across hundreds of episodes. The original 1968 series starred Jack Lord as Steve McGarrett and James MacArthur as Danny Williams, establishing the foundation that the reboot expanded upon. The series was produced by IGN in association with CBS Studios and K/O Paper Products, with Peter Lenkov serving as showrunner until his passing in 2020.
Production Companies and Network
Production and Distribution
Hawaii Five-0 was produced by CBS Studios, K/O Paper Products, and 101st Street Entertainment, with filming primarily on location in Oahu, Hawaii. The show aired on the CBS network and was distributed for international markets by CBS Studios International. Post-production services were handled by multiple studios, with visual effects managed by companies specializing in broadcast television. The series was renewed for ten seasons, totaling 240 episodes, making it one of the longest-running reboots in American television history.
Streaming and Licensing
As of the latest available data, Hawaii Five-0 is available for streaming on Netflix in select regions and through the Paramount+ platform in the United States. The show's distribution rights are managed by CBS Media Ventures, a division of Paramount Global. Licensing agreements allow for syndication on various cable networks and digital platforms globally. The series remains one of the most-watched crime dramas on streaming services, frequently ranking in the top ten most-viewed titles on platforms that carry CBS content.
Viewership and Legacy
Ratings and Audience Reach
Hawaii Five-0 averaged approximately 10 million viewers per episode during its peak seasons, with the series premiere drawing over 14 million viewers. The show consistently ranked among the top five most-watched scripted series on American television during its first five seasons. Its strong performance led to multiple spin-off discussions and crossovers with other CBS properties, including NCIS and Criminal Minds. The series finale in 2020 was watched by over 7 million viewers, marking the end of a decade-long run.
Cultural Impact and Awards
The show received multiple People's Choice Award nominations and won several Na Hoku Hanohano Awards for its Hawaiian music and