Ep 4. The Legacy of Garwood Huddle
- October 18, 1984
- 42 min
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7.4 (287)
Magnum P.I. season 5 episode 4 is titled "The Legacy of Garwood Huddle" and revolves around the titular character, Thomas Magnum, as he takes up a case involving a missing diary belonging to a deceased billionaire, Garwood Huddle. The episode is a mix of mystery and action, with Magnum racing against time to recover the diary before it falls into the wrong hands.
As the episode begins, Magnum is approached by a woman named Belinda, who asks him to investigate the disappearance of her boss, Garwood Huddle's diary. Huddle was a billionaire philanthropist who passed away recently, and his diary contains sensitive information about his charitable work, as well as his personal life. Belinda believes that someone stole the diary, and she wants Magnum to get it back before it does any harm.
Magnum takes up the case and starts his investigations. His first lead takes him to a bookstore owned by a woman named Lila, who is the widow of Huddle's former lawyer. Lila tells Magnum that her husband was working on a secret project with Huddle, which involved a hidden room in Huddle's estate. She also reveals that her husband had a falling out with Huddle before his death, and she suspects that Huddle's family might have something to do with his disappearance.
Magnum heads to Huddle's estate to search for the hidden room and the missing diary. Along the way, he discovers that Huddle's family members are more interested in inheriting his wealth than preserving his legacy. He also meets a cryptic figure who seems to know more than he lets on. Magnum must use all his detective skills to piece together the clues and find the diary before it's too late.
Meanwhile, Higgins and TC have their own side stories. Higgins is trying to clear the name of a former MI6 colleague who has been accused of a crime. TC is dealing with a personal crisis involving his daughter, who is growing up too fast and seeking independence. Both of these storylines intersect with Magnum's investigation in surprising ways, adding to the drama and tension of the episode.
Overall, "The Legacy of Garwood Huddle" is a solid episode of Magnum P.I. that showcases the show's strengths as a modern-day action-adventure. The mystery at the center of the episode is intriguing, and the action sequences are well-choreographed. The supporting characters also get to shine, with Higgins and TC getting their own moments to shine. Fans of the show will not be disappointed with this episode, and newcomers might find it to be a good entry point into the series.