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Magnum, P.I. S7E8 — Paper War
7.5
Magnum, P.I.•Season 7•Episode 8

Paper War

7.5/10 · 434 votesNov 12, 198645 min

Ranked #18 of 22 in Season 7•−0.5 vs season avg

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Magnum is trying to break a major gambling ring in the Islands while he and Higgins are feuding.

Directed byTony Wharmby
Written byJay Huguely
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Cast4

Tom Selleck

Tom Selleck

Thomas Magnum

John Hillerman

John Hillerman

Jonathan Higgins

Roger E. Mosley

Roger E. Mosley

Terry 'TC' Calvin

Larry Manetti

Larry Manetti

Rick Wright

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Tony Wharmby

Tony Wharmby

Director

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Jay Huguely

Writer

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Bob Kagey

Editor

Bob Minor

Bob Minor

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John C. Flinn III

Director of Photography

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Episode Summary

"Paper War" is episode 8 of Magnum, P.I. season 7. It scored 7.5/10 from 434 votes, ranking #18 of 22 episodes this season (season average 8.0). Directed by Tony Wharmby and written by Jay Huguely, it aired on November 12, 1986.

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