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Matthew McConaughey offered 'Magnum P.I.'

Apr 2, 2008, 06:01 PM | by Nicole Sperling

Categories: Movie Biz

Matthewmcconaughey_l How about this for perfect casting: EW.com has learned that Matthew McConaughey has been offered the role of Thomas Magnum in Universal Pictures' adaptation of Magnum P.I., based on the successful '80s television show that starred Tom Selleck. The character, a former Navy Seal turned reluctant detective, seems a sweet match for the laid-back actor. McConaughey, we're told, is reading the script from writer/director Rawson Thurber (Dodgeball) and will decide shortly. Now the burning questions: Will he grow a mustache for the role? And will our Hawaiian shirts suddenly be cool again? Developing ...


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Robert Ruller Sullivan Sat, Jun 20, 2009 at 01:11 PM EST

Listen...no one's gonna watch this kid doing the character of Magnum. Tom Selleck is Magnum, and people loved that show, and they have special memories connected with it. Matthew McConaughey will just riun the whole stuff. You know?
Screw this, I wanna Thomas William Selleck!

Kimo Kai Mon, May 18, 2009 at 11:41 PM EST

Give me a fuckin break, that's right there is only one Magnum, the rest is all bullshit, no one can ever depict the original character, they would flop if they don't chose Tom Selleck in his original role.

Francis Wed, Apr 22, 2009 at 02:25 AM EST

GIVE ME A BREAK, MATTHEW M. PLAY MAGNUM? ARE YOU SERIOUS? IF HARRISON FORD CAN ACT AS INDIANA JONES ONCE MANY YEARS LATER, THEN WHY CAN'T TOM SELLECK PLAY MAGNUM, LISTEN YOU CASTERS MAKING THE MOVIE, WAKE UP OR EAT YOUR MOVIE CAUSE IT'S GONNA FLUNK OUT. YOU'VE GOT A GOLD MINE ON YOUR HANDS WITH TOM S. AND ALL YOU'RE CONCERNED ABOUT IS GETTING SOME, LOL, YOUNGER HUNK TO PLAY THE PART, GEEZ I'M SICK OF ALL THIS MACHO BILLING. CAN'T ANYONE MAKE A GOOD MOVIE WITHOUT TRYING TO ENTICE WITH SO CALLED SEX APPEAL? LISTEN, AND LISTEN GOOD, THERE'S ONLY ONE MAGNUM P.I., YOU KNOW WHO HE IS, SIGN HIM OR YOU'RE GOING TO NOT ONLY HAVE A FLOP BUT A LANDSLIDE OF LETTERS, CALLS, AND EMAILS OF DISGUST AFTER NOT CASTING TOM SELLECK. NOW IF YOU STILL CAST M.M. AS MAGNUM, DON'T BOTHER PUTTING IT ON DVD, YOU'LL JUST LOSE MORE MONEY.

Tim O'Reilly Fri, Apr 10, 2009 at 12:31 AM EST

Unless they use Tom (who has recently proven some current capability in Jesse Stone), they might as well flush their investment!

Tim O'Reilly Fri, Apr 10, 2009 at 12:30 AM EST

Unless they use Tom (who has recently proven some current capability in Jesse Stone), they might as well flush their investment!

Jim Sat, Mar 28, 2009 at 08:14 AM EST

I grew up watching Magnum. Casting some younger good looking actor won't cut it. Please don't give me another "Starsky n' Hutch", that remake was pathetic. It was the actors themselves that made Magnum p.i. enjoyable - simply subbing them with younger ones will ruin it for sure. I'm praying they re-unite Selleck, Hillerman, Manetti and Mosley for an up-to-date story line. Then I'm more than willing to lay my money down for the big screen, heck - I'd even promise to buy the dvd!! If you want to substitute anyone - choose Zeus or Apollo....

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Josh Tue, Dec 16, 2008 at 12:31 PM EST

the 80's tv show remake McConaughey should have done is Miami Vice he would have been perfect as Crokket and Terance Howard as Tubbs. Would have been a much better moveie than Colin Farell and Jamie Foxx

brady Thu, Dec 11, 2008 at 06:02 AM EST

Selleck's the man! McConaughey would ruin that iconic show.

Pam Sun, Nov 30, 2008 at 09:17 PM EST

I'm sorry to hear that the story line won't allow for an older Magnum and crew. One that had them coming together to resolve a conspiracy against one of the other members or Magnum's daughter seems like it would be great.
I loved the series. I heard over and over about Tom Selleck being a solidly kind person during the series and heard accounts first hand when I lived on Oahu for a couple of years. He is fondly remembered in that role and it would be a shame to have someone else reprise his character, or any of the others for that matter. I'd love to see him get together with the attorney who always was there for him Carol Baldwin (Kathleen Lloyd).

Stephen Tue, Nov 25, 2008 at 01:35 AM EST

I only have one thing to say about casting McConaughey as Magnum...

OH MY GOD!!!!!

vicky Sat, Nov 1, 2008 at 09:46 PM EST

I'm sorry but I just am not seeing it. I just think McConaughey is kinda gross. Magnum had such a mass appeal...women loved him, men loved him. It's because of Selleck. Selleck definitely had the looks but also the charm, charisma and everything else that goes along with it. Plus, he's still an extremely attractive man!!

Magnumommy Sat, Oct 25, 2008 at 07:14 AM EST

WoW! What a beautiful guy for Magnum, P. I. ! Great, yes, yes! I wanna watch new Magnum, give it 2 me, yes, yes! Oh, you have so suprised me. Matthew, you are my Maggy P.I. Tom was just your older brother, that's all. Congratulations, Maggy Magnum Matty

Scott Wed, Oct 22, 2008 at 09:26 PM EST

No Tom Selleck.....no Magnum.
Another idiotic remake. Selleck is STILL an extremely appealing guy....so why the change??? Sometimes (no, most of the time) Hollywood execs just make me puke.
Long live Tom Selleck and the original cast of Magnum, PI!

Dave Wed, Oct 22, 2008 at 11:30 AM EST

I can see it now. This movie might have a chance at being liked by the same drunk college kids who listen to talentless top-40 music and pay no attention to pop-culture's yesteryear, denying the fact that music and movies just aren't what they used to be.

detroit_tiger Tue, Oct 21, 2008 at 11:33 AM EST

It's incredibble how Tom Selleck was great for the character like Thomas Magnum. I don't know, is Tom just so perfect for this character, or the character was choosed by Tom's personality. McCaunghty? I think that there is no reason to type new Magnum, P.I. series, but if they really have to, than it must be some professional guy, serious...not just a kid litze Matt Mc...someone...

Tom Mon, Oct 20, 2008 at 06:53 PM EST

Hollywood is getting dumder than I thuoght.There is only one actor who can ever be Thomas Magnum and that is Tom Selleck any one else is just plain going to suck and so will the movie which I can tell everyone that if Tom Selleck is not playing the role forget it I am not seeing this movie without him!

Joe Sat, Oct 11, 2008 at 06:40 PM EST

tom selleck is magnum, there is no one else... it will bomb in the box office

m Wed, Oct 8, 2008 at 03:40 PM EST

AWFUL CHOICE FOR MAGNUM!!!!!!!!

Sina Sun, Sep 28, 2008 at 06:58 AM EST

I remember last year or the year before that when EW had Matt in their magazine about casting him at the PI. I think it's a horrible decision. He isn't sexy enough and I don't think he look good in a mustache. I think the perfect guy who be the guy who is playing that new doctor on Grey's. I don't know his name but he would be perfect.

Cyncloyanodag Sun, Sep 28, 2008 at 05:46 AM EST

well done, man

joel hill Fri, Sep 26, 2008 at 12:09 AM EST

I would not go see the movie if they paid me . Its TOM SELLECK or nothing.

Shannon Thu, Sep 25, 2008 at 06:16 PM EST

Surely this is a joke... I thought Clooney was up for it? I could handle Clooney, but McConaughey??? No way. This movie will be a joke. McConaughey has little acting ability and little charisma... he does the brainless comedies ok, but that's about it. This is insulting to the Magnum legacy. For once, Hollywood, please do the right thing and cast the originals... as they are... older. If not, then how about a Magnum reunion movie on CBS? It would get big ratings guaranteed.

lizzy Sun, Sep 21, 2008 at 04:19 AM EST

Thomas Magnum was such a likeable character due to Selleck. I just don't care much for McConaughey. Judging from the majority of other comments, most feel the same way.

John Fri, Sep 19, 2008 at 10:27 PM EST

Boy oh Boy. A Magnum movie without Tom Selleck is not going to work. I would pay triple price to see a new Magnum movie with the original cast. I don't care it they are older, so were the casts of all decent remakes. Casting anyone but Selleck as Magnum would be like asking someone else to have reprised the role of James Kirk in the the star trek movies, absolutely impossible to regain that kind of charm.

Joy Fri, Sep 19, 2008 at 02:27 AM EST

Obviously, the producers don't see what a huge following Tom Selleck still has in this country. Do the movie with him or simply forget it. I like MM, but NO WAY am I going to buy him as Magnum. I wouldn't even watch the movie on DVD; it would RUIN all the good memories I have from the show. Forget it. No way. Inconceivable!

sam Fri, Sep 19, 2008 at 01:54 AM EST

McConaughey can do the movie....although he'd have to take a shower first and then maybe grow some brain cells.

J Slyke Wed, Sep 17, 2008 at 07:42 PM EST

I also give permission for my name and email to be released to McConaughey, should he ask for it.

J Slyke Wed, Sep 17, 2008 at 07:33 PM EST

Jelousy is the only reason any negative comments are tendered here.

Matthew McConaughey has it right - if I had the money I would make a few films for the fun of it - hire my buddies - stay stoned most of the time -

And he is the right personality to re-inspire the role of Magnum PI. There is no more Tom Selleck - In fact I may want the show re-named.

Can you see character; surfer with knock out healthy surfer friends who happen to be well educated and each with there own alley of talent, who step in to assist for varing reasons.

He's got the qurky personality, good enough looks, body, and he lives there.

EDUARD HAVILLAND Mon, Sep 15, 2008 at 10:56 PM EST

Just don't do the f.. movie if it is going to be something like Starsky & Hutch or Miami Vice. If they are going to come out with some stupid movie just do not do it. Listen to the fans for christ sake. The original cast, Tom Clancy writting the script that is the way to go. Imagin MM with his stupid Texas accent I am not wasting my money to see this great show (best PI show ever with a grea actor like Selleck ) be run to the ground. Leave it alone!!!!

Thomas Wed, Sep 10, 2008 at 11:37 AM EST

I heard that maybe William H. Macy may play the part of Higgins. Sounds like it would be a pretty good cast.

sam Tue, Sep 9, 2008 at 05:00 PM EST

Out of all the characters on television I can think of past and present, recasting the role of Thomas Magnum with anyone other than Tom Selleck would be a huge mistake. Selleck played Magnum perfectly and basically invented the character. Best show and cast ever...leave it to the originals or don't do it at all.

michelle Mon, Sep 8, 2008 at 12:40 AM EST

I love Tom Selleck. He was born to play Magnum. That was one of my favorite shows. He is iconic in the role.

Mum Fri, Sep 5, 2008 at 01:39 PM EST

Lucas and Spielberg didn't reprise Indiana Jones without Ford and Magnum can't be done without Selleck. Period. And find a writer with a better track record than some stupid Ben Stiller movie. Sometimes movie makers have no sense.

Juan Thu, Sep 4, 2008 at 07:04 PM EST

Keep to the original TV story.
Actors included!

Larry Wong Mon, Aug 25, 2008 at 07:10 PM EST

No way,
Ashton Kusher would make a better Magnum if Tom Selleck would not do it.
Kusher played the part in "The Gaurdian,"would be the logical one.

T.C. could be played by Ice Cube.

TJ Wed, Aug 20, 2008 at 04:50 PM EST

For me, it's Tom Selleck as an aged Magnum or it's nobody.

annie Sat, Aug 16, 2008 at 04:31 AM EST

Magnum PI was an awesome show because of Tom Selleck. He needs to do the movie and no one else. He was incredibly sexy then and in my opinion...even sexier now if that's possible!

Cookie Gee Thu, Aug 7, 2008 at 10:22 AM EST

No way. M.M. could EVER duplicate Magnum's sexy charm and wit. It's just too bad that Selleck has not aged as well as we would like or I would go to see the remake twenty times! I had even named a precious feline of mine Magnum and loved him for 15 glorious years. How's that for a fan! Do not destroy my wonderful memories of Magnum P.I. by filming a remake.

Wave Thu, Aug 7, 2008 at 09:54 AM EST

Only Tom Selleck can play Magnum PI. Otherwise, don't bother with the movie. What a terrific opportunity to deliver a movie with the original cast members..and the only option that will make any money. Can you imagine making a Star Trek movie without the original cast?

ian Thu, Jul 31, 2008 at 09:24 AM EST

this is horrible. especially of the guy who wrote dodgeball is writing the script. it will be the same as the remake of starsky and hutch or dukes of hazard. i am tired of my childhood being tarnished.

ohananani Sat, Jul 19, 2008 at 03:15 PM EST

The producers should recognize that only Tom Selleck could reprise the role. He will forever be associated with Magnum.
Write a great script and you will bring in the young audience; as well as win the appreciation of original Magnum viewers......
Matthew McConaughey doesn't have the depth of ability to play the part.
Did the producers not see Fool's Gold or Sahara? Both Matthew and Kate Hudson are over-exposed and box office poison........

RM Wed, Jul 16, 2008 at 10:34 AM EST

TM was a big kid but not in the way MM is. He's not right for the rolw. Tom Selleck has aged well enough but not well enough for this role. I love the show and Selleck's portrayal of this character. Leave well enough alone. This movie will flop. I'm also concerned about the script writer. Can the author of dodgeball turn this into anything other than another Starsky and Hutch

anna Tue, Jul 8, 2008 at 05:46 PM EST

Only Tom Selleck could play Magnum P.I.

james Valetta Sun, Jul 6, 2008 at 06:05 PM EST

Yes

Zous and Appolo attack.

Kay B. Sat, Jul 5, 2008 at 08:17 PM EST

I love MM, but not for Magnum! Tom Seleck is the only one to play that role. Without him and staying true to the character/story it won't be worth seeing.

Jay Wolff Sat, Jul 5, 2008 at 12:45 PM EST

I like MM's work generally. But I grew up with Magnum, respecting Selleck's inputs into the character and the impact on traditional P.I. characters. Sorry, MM isn't the right guy, and I won't see his portrayal if he's cast. Boycott time.

Rick Jensen Thu, Jul 3, 2008 at 11:19 PM EST

Tom Selleck and ONLY Tom Seleck for Magnum.

PIfan Sun, Jun 15, 2008 at 06:51 PM EST

As a fan of the original magnum pi, you can't easily say that mcconaughey would be perfect for the role. Most fans, or even the targeted audience, would rather NOT see matt play this part. He's better off in roles like how to lose a guy in 12 days. By most men, he's considered girly.

Why not do true to the movie? I think Josh Duhamel, would play a great Magnum. Not only is he Tom Selleck's current coworker on Las Vegas, but he's has that same seriousness, yet sense of humor in the Magnum character. He's also about the same age Tom was he he did the show.

Regardless of my suggestion, please don't ruin this film by putting mcconaughey in this movie. I beg you!

sbouska Fri, Jun 13, 2008 at 12:19 PM EST

i am sure the new generation does not want to see some old guy half nude with water dripping for his body wrinkles. There are very few that are able to pick up the perfect part of themselves but i am sure that Matthew McConaughey will do a famous performance in this part just like he does all of his movies. The producers want to catch everyones eye, young and old. Matthew in his Golden years and Tom is his late years. Just like every other movie they are trying to bring back they need newer, sexier, and younger actors and actress to keep their business going and people liking them.

Mikey San Jose Thu, Jun 5, 2008 at 06:29 PM EST

I was a fun of this during the 80's and have always watched it when it was on a cable channel. Now I am re-watching it from the start via Netflix and remember really how good this show is and what it meant to Vietnam Vets. It will make me sick if they deviate from the story line. I hate to say it, I'm not as opposed to who stars in it as long as they maintain the integrity of the show and time frame. It's a Vietnam Vet etc. not an Iraq vet (no disrespect at all to the fine soldiers over there risking their lives ever moment while I sit on my butt and blog). And keep the show in the spirit of what it is and should be...no campy BS comedies or it will be the worst destruction of something special.

EarlGrayHot Thu, May 29, 2008 at 09:29 AM EST

I'd rather see Tom Selleck reprise his role even if he's older than anyone else. Selleck made the role work and I doubt anyone else can match his take on this character who IS an American icon.

clementinem Sat, May 24, 2008 at 07:32 PM EST

how about jeffrey dean morgan as magnum?

Matt Bowers Fri, May 23, 2008 at 12:58 AM EST

Unfortunately when Hollywood remakes a television series it is not for the fans of the original series. Could you imagine how painful it was for the Starsky and Hutch fans? This is simply Universal's attempt to make a buck and to hell with the fans and the legacy. Mr. Selleck, you have always been my hero, on screen and off, and you have never disappointed me. Not doing a cameo in this movie is just one more example of your high class and style. Thank you for all of your hard work and uncompromising dedication over the years. No one could emulate you.

Come on guys Wed, May 21, 2008 at 02:29 PM EST

you're missing the point. Any relatively unknown can play Magnum, but who's going to be the girl?

Tom Tue, May 13, 2008 at 05:02 PM EST

Selleck would be my first choice. McConaughey would be my last choice.

Sam Tue, May 13, 2008 at 12:33 PM EST

They need to leave it alone. Matthew McConaughey is no Thomas Magnum. What a joke this remake will be. Magnum PI and Tom Selleck are pure iconic television.

Nick Kitt Fri, May 9, 2008 at 05:21 PM EST

I have been saying this for a couple of years now and I will say it again.
McConaughey is PERFECT as Magnum and will be great in the role. For those who think McConaughey failed in SAHARA either hasn't seen it or listened to that crybaby jackass Clive "The Jive" Cussler. McConaughey was great as Dirk Pitt and will be equally great as Magnum. It's been said they want to cast Steve Zahn and William Macy as Rick and Higgins. Sounds great to me. If that idiot Cussler can't recognize the potential of that team up,then let the Magnum franchise have them without the deterrent of a bigmouth author gumming up the works. And speaking of bigmouths,Tom Selleck should keep his shut. He had his chance and he's acting like someone killed his cat. Maybe Selleck should call up Cussler then they can both cry in each other's
beer. What a couple of babies !

Matt as Magnum,Zahn as Rick,and Macy as Higgins. It can't get any better.

Nick Kitt Fri, May 9, 2008 at 05:21 PM EST

I have been saying this for a couple of years now and I will say it again.
McConaughey is PERFECT as Magnum and will be great in the role. For those who think McConaughey failed in SAHARA either hasn't seen it or listened to that crybaby jackass Clive "The Jive" Cussler. McConaughey was great as Dirk Pitt and will be equally great as Magnum. It's been said they want to cast Steve Zahn and William Macy as Rick and Higgins. Sounds great to me. If that idiot Cussler can't recognize the potential of that team up,then let the Magnum franchise have them without the deterrent of a bigmouth author gumming up the works. And speaking of bigmouths,Tom Selleck should keep his shut. He had his chance and he's acting like someone killed his cat. Maybe Selleck should call up Cussler then they can both cry in each other's
beer. What a couple of babies !

Matt as Magnum,Zahn as Rick,and Macy as Higgins. It can't get any better.


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