Ep 3. Smaller Than Life
- TV-PG
- October 13, 1983
- 43 min
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8.0 (454)
Magnum P.I. is an American television series that follows a private investigator named Thomas Magnum, who works as a security consultant for Robin Masters, a renowned author. In season 4 episode 3, titled "Smaller Than Life," Magnum is faced with a new case that puts his investigative skills to the test.
The episode begins with Magnum meeting a woman named Grace, who hires him to find her missing husband. Grace informs Magnum that her husband, Ben, is a little person, and she suspects foul play as he has been missing for a few days. Magnum takes the case and starts investigating Ben's disappearance.
As Magnum delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a web of lies and deceit. He learns that Ben was working as a stunt double for a popular movie being filmed in Hawaii. Magnum believes that Ben's job may have something to do with his disappearance and starts looking for clues on the movie set.
Magnum's investigation leads him to a director named Max, who seems to be hiding something. When Magnum questions Max about Ben, he senses that Max is not telling him the whole truth. Magnum suspects that Max may have played a role in Ben's disappearance.
Magnum also meets some of the other stunt performers, who provide valuable information about Ben's whereabouts. He discovers that Ben was involved in a dangerous stunt that went wrong, and he was injured. However, no one knows where Ben went after the incident, and everyone assumes he left town to seek medical attention.
Magnum finds a clue that leads him to a local hospital, where he discovers that Ben was admitted for his injuries. However, Ben leaves the hospital before Magnum can reach him. Magnum is determined to find Ben and bring him back to safety, but he faces several obstacles along the way.
Meanwhile, Higgins, Magnum's friend and protector, is dealing with a different problem. She has to help her friend, Duke, who is facing financial troubles due to a recent hospitalization. Higgins enlists Magnum's help in organizing a fundraiser to help Duke pay off his medical bills.
The fundraiser is a success, and Duke is grateful for Higgins and Magnum's help. Higgins is also impressed by Magnum's dedication to his work and his willingness to help those in need.
In the end, Magnum is able to locate Ben and bring him back to his wife, Grace. He also uncovers the truth about Ben's disappearance and the dangerous stunt that caused his injuries. Magnum proves once again that he is an excellent detective with a heart of gold.
Overall, "Smaller Than Life" is a thrilling episode of Magnum P.I. that showcases Magnum's investigative skills and his compassionate nature. The episode also highlights Higgins' loyalty and her willingness to help those in need. Fans of the show will enjoy this exciting and heartwarming episode.