EPISODETPThe Pleasure Principle1987
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The Pleasure Principle
1h episode runtime
From Magnum, P.I.
A 60-minute mystery & suspense episode from Magnum, P.I., Season 8, Episode 2.
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Series Progress: Episode 152 of 15996% Completed
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Temporarily assuming Higgins' duties at Robin's Nest, the normally freewheeling Magnum (Tom Selleck) begins behaving in the strict, stuffy manner usually associated with Higgins (John Hillerman)--who, conversely, is comporting himself in the footloose "Magnum manner" while on vacation! The reason for Higgins' giddiness is a beautiful woman with whom he is carrying on a secret romance. Convinced that the woman is a nothing more than a golddigger, Magnum turns to a most unusual source to advise him how to rescue Higgins from the lady's clutches.
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FAQ
How long is The Pleasure Principle?
The Pleasure Principle runs for 1h for this episode.
What language is it available in?
The primary language listed for this title is English.
What kind of episode is this?
It is tagged under mystery & suspense, action/adventure, crime drama.
How big is the series commitment?
This series currently shows 159 episodes across 8 seasons, about 159h total.
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