Of Sound Mind

'Of Sound Mind' is an episode full of levity when Magnum inherits the estate and $50 mil fortune of a deceased prankster, leaving three irate family members out in the cold. Turns out, the guy was murdered and the bequeathing is a retainer for Thomas' services. But you just know that that newfound wealth isn't permanent, so the big draw here is seeing how Magnum will end up back at square one.

The last episode I watched was possibly the series' darkest ('Did You See the Sun Rise?'), so a lighthearted affair was desirable. Not so much for Magnum being stranded on the floor in a suit of armor, but mostly for manservant Carlton. He had a good presence here, and his scenes with Selleck were the best.

7/10

As usual, this episode was an excellent example of the Magnum genre. I had seen the series in my younger days, and replays on cable renewed my interest and appreciation for this excellent series. It is a gem in our television treasure troth!

As the former owner of a 1946 Aeronca Chief Prop Start airplane, I watched closely when the Pitts Special used in the opening flight sequence was started. A fellow pulled the prop as if to "prop start" the engine, then there was the distinct sound of an a starter engaging and the engine starting. In other words, it looks like the prop start part was either for effect or there was a mag problem with the engine where it required a pull through for the starter to engage. Did anyone else notice this??

George Dean,