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Detectives(형사)

2003South Korea
ActionDetective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMystery

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Three Unusual Detectives(长安三怪探)

2014China
ActionDetective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryAdventureDrama

Like Detectives, this drama also features Action, Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 71% similarity match.

Narrate the tale of the Tang dynasty intertwined with a mysterious string of serial killings. Secret agents intervene to shift the locations of the murders and combat malevolent forces. Inspired by the online novel "Chang An San Guai Tan" ( ).

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Detective Mr. Lee(미스터리 형사)

2009South Korea
ActionDetective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryDetective Female LeadMiniseries

Like Detectives, this drama also features Action, Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 71% similarity match.

A team of investigators dedicated to solving criminal cases.

Recommendation: Zenigata Keibu Shinku no Sosa File similar to Detectives
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Zenigata Keibu Shinku no Sosa File(銭形警部 真紅の捜査ファイル)

2017Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryMiniseries

Like Detectives, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 67% similarity match.

Scheduled to be broadcast following the exclusive NTV program.

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Monk Detective(僧探慈心)

2018China
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryMonk Male Lead

Like Detectives, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 67% similarity match.

Recommendation: Rookie (2001) similar to Detectives
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Rookie (2001)(ルーキー!)

2001Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryComedy

Like Detectives, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 67% similarity match.

Aida Makoto, a 23-year-old newcomer to the police force, started his career as a rookie detective. Despite his lack of experience, Makoto is known for his friendly personality. He initially pursued a career in public service to navigate through tough economic times, taking various exams along the way. Surprisingly, the only exam he passed was for a police officer position. Assigned to a rural area in Okutama, Makoto anticipated a quiet and simple work life. However, he unexpectedly found himself assisting in the capture of a violent criminal, leading to a commendation and an offer to become a detective. Not one to involve himself in conflicts, Makoto was relieved to learn he would focus on public safety matters rather than criminal cases.

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Keishicho Sosa Ikka 9-Gakari Season 6(警視庁捜査一課9係 6)

2011Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryPolice Department Setting

Like Detectives, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 67% similarity match.

Aoyagi Yasushi has been appointed as the chief detective of the Ninth Sub-division within the First Investigative Division, under the leadership of Kano Rintaro. The previous chief detective, Murase Kengo, has been promoted to head the Fourteenth Sub-division. The body of Mizushima Akemi, a Ginza hostess, is discovered one day. Akemi's ex-husband, Mitake Toshiyuki, reveals that she had a history of shoplifting which led to their divorce. Despite his mother's disapproval of Akemi, she had been fighting for custody of their son, with Akemi being promised custody if she could improve her financial situation. Akemi had mentioned to Mitake that she was expecting to receive a significant amount of money soon. Meanwhile, Kano comes across an interrogation record connected to a drug dealer's murder that Murase is investigating. It is later revealed that Akemi was a witness in that murder case, but the mystery continues to unfold.

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Jikken Keiji Totori(実験刑事トトリ)

2012Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryMiniseries

Like Detectives, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 67% similarity match.

Totori, a quirky ex-zoology scientist, transitions to a novice detective at 43 and teams up with a youthful detective known for their unwavering sense of justice. Despite their contrasting personalities, the duo collaborates to solve complex crimes, supporting each other along the way. (NHK)

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Chiisana Kyojin(小さな巨人)

2017Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryMiniseries

Like Detectives, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 67% similarity match.

Chief Kosaka from the No. 1 Investigative Enforcement Division is a skilled individual who has been considered a likely candidate for Superintendent in the future. Despite successfully resolving the third HQ incident this year, a mistake during the investigation led to his demotion to a different position. While he may have strayed from the path to advancement, his new colleagues are dedicated to resolving minor incidents in their own unique way, always upholding their own principles of justice. As Kosaka contemplates his role as a police officer and his personal beliefs about justice, he gains confidence in himself as he battles against wrongdoing.

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Zenigata Keibu Shikkoku no Hanzai Fairu(銭形警部 漆黒の犯罪ファイル)

2017Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryMiniseries

Like Detectives, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 67% similarity match.

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Keishicho Sosa Shiryo Kanrishitsu (2019)(警視庁捜査資料管理室)

2019Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryChief Of Police Male Lead

Like Detectives, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 67% similarity match.

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Keishichou Sousa Ikkachou Season 4(警視庁・捜査一課長 2020)

2020Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryDrama

Like Detectives, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 67% similarity match.

Junichi Oiwa, head of the non-carrier top-notch investigator team comprising more than 400 skilled detectives, is the newest addition to this lineup dedicated to resolving challenging cases. Joining him are familiar faces like Hirotaro Honda, Knights Nobuyuki Hanawa, Hiroki Suzuki, and Akio Kaneda. The narrative also delves into the most recent updates from Tokyo and unveils previously undiscovered corners of the city.

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Keishicho Sosa Ikkacho Season 6(警視庁・捜査一課長season6)

2022Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryMiniseries

Like Detectives, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 67% similarity match.

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Crime Squad(강력반)

2011South Korea
ActionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryPolice Department Setting

Like Detectives, this drama also features Action, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 67% similarity match.

Drawing inspiration from actual events, this Korean drama centers around a team of detectives in the Homicide Division of the Seoul Gangnam Police. Leading this group is the fiery detective Park Se Hyuk, paired with the stern and authoritative police chief, Jung Il Do. Se Hyuk's impulsive, act-before-you-think approach, shaped by his street experience, and his annoying tendency to threaten to resign often puts him at odds with Il Do’s rigid, rule-following demeanor. Additionally, the two share a shared history marked by tragedy, as Il Do was the investigator on the case concerning the death of Se Hyuk’s daughter. Together with the determined reporter Jo Min Joo and the remaining members of the homicide team, they must learn to set aside their differences in order to effectively tackle the crimes they face.

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National Heroes(国门英雄)

2011China
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Detectives, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 57% similarity match.

Centers on the inquiry into the "506 Extraordinary Magnesium Smuggling Case"

Recommendation: To Catch the Uncatchable similar to Detectives
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To Catch the Uncatchable(棟篤神探)

2004Hong Kong
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryComedyRomance

Like Detectives, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 57% similarity match.

Detective Mok, a highly intelligent investigator despite his asthma, encounters insurance agent Wai while working on a case. Initially mistaken for a pervert, Mok faces amusing misunderstandings before clearing his name. Wai, later accused of shoplifting and implicated in her boss's murder, finds an ally in Mok who proves her innocence. Despite their newfound friendship, tensions arise due to Mok's financial struggles, leading Wai to foot the bill when they go out. Wai's job is further complicated by Romeo, the leader of a rival insurance team, who intensifies the rivalry between the men's and women's teams.

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Keishichou Sousa Ikkachou Season 5(警視庁・捜査一課長season5)

2021Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryMiniseriesPolice Department Setting

Like Detectives, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 57% similarity match.

Recommendation: Keishicho Sosa Ikka 9-Gakari similar to Detectives
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Keishicho Sosa Ikka 9-Gakari(警視庁捜査一課9係)

2006Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryMiniseriesPolice Department Setting

Like Detectives, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 57% similarity match.

Kano Rintaro, known as the most unconventional head of a department in the initial division of criminal investigation, strongly dislikes overly elaborate investigation meetings. He delegates the primary investigation tasks to his team members, and occasionally shows up at the crime scene without wearing a tie, actions that may appear enigmatic at first glance. In the detective room of the ninth sub-division, he organizes receipts and prepares his own meals, seemingly indifferent to others. Rumor has it that new detectives under his supervision rarely stay for more than six months.

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Keiji Teinen(刑事定年)

2010Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryDramaMiniseries

Like Detectives, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 57% similarity match.

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Kodomo Keisatsu(コドモ警察)

2012Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryMiniseriesPolice Department Setting

Like Detectives, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 57% similarity match.

A veteran detective in his middle years working in the special investigation division of the Kanagawa Prefectural Police Department undergoes a transformation where his body regresses to that of a child after inhaling a unique gas while pursuing the notorious criminal organization known as Red Venus. (TokyoHive)

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Tagarin(タガーリン)

2013Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryComedyDetective Female Lead

Like Detectives, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 57% similarity match.

Chihiro requested assistance from Ohta, a detective from the same station, to collaborate on a re-examination of the case. Initially hesitant, Ohta's interest was piqued when Chihiro suggested interviewing high school girls together. He ultimately agreed to join the secretive investigation. There is a rumor circulating about the enigmatic incident that watching the DVD titled "Curse" will result in death. Will these two be able to crack the case?

Recommendation: Meshibana Keiji Tachibana similar to Detectives
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Meshibana Keiji Tachibana(めしばな刑事タチバナ)

2013Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryAdapted From A MangaFood

Like Detectives, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 57% similarity match.

Tachibana has a great passion for food and is very knowledgeable about different cuisines. His constant discussions about food have earned him the nickname "Meshibana." Despite sometimes irritating people by making them hungry, Tachibana's expertise in food helps him connect with uncooperative individuals through food-related stories and experiences with various restaurants. This tactic proves to be effective in solving cases successfully.

Recommendation: Keishicho Sosa Ikka 9-Gakari Season 9 similar to Detectives
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Keishicho Sosa Ikka 9-Gakari Season 9(警視庁捜査一課9係 9)

2014Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryMiniseriesPolice Department Setting

Like Detectives, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 57% similarity match.

Before becoming police officers, each member of the Ninth Section in the First Investigative Division faces personal challenges and difficulties. Despite their conflicting personalities, they are bound by a shared commitment to justice. While they may seem disorganized, they all dedicate themselves to capturing criminals and solving complex cases.

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Keishicho Sosa Ikka 9-Gakari Season 10(警視庁捜査一課9係)

2015Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryMiniseriesPolice Department Setting

Like Detectives, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 57% similarity match.

The unique detectives come together under the leadership of the division head, who may be underestimated but is actually very clever

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Keishichou Sousa Ikkachou Season 2(警視庁・捜査一課長シーズン2)

2017Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryDramaMiniseries

Like Detectives, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 57% similarity match.

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Crazy Rain(クレイジーレイン)

2020Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryDramaMiniseries

Like Detectives, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 57% similarity match.

During a stormy night, four investigators convene at the residence where a homicide took place. Iguchi, known for his amiable demeanor, Watanabe burdened by gambling debts, the lackadaisical Imae, and the stern Kiyota are tasked with monitoring the house. As the night progresses, the detectives' dark pasts and secrets begin to unravel. The question remains: which of them will make it out alive?

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Detective Cheng Xu(侦探成旭之龙城岁月)

2008China
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Detectives, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 57% similarity match.

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Shissonin Sosaku Han: Kieta Shinjitsu(失踪人捜索班 消えた真実)

2025Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryMiniseriesTeamwork

Like Detectives, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 57% similarity match.

Kinosaki Tatsuhiko, a detective in the First Investigative Division of the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, worked alongside his partner Sasazuka Shinpei as the top buddy team known for their impressive arrest record. However, one fateful day, Kinosaki's cherished wife, Keiko, vanished without a trace. Shortly after, the body of a freelance journalist, who had been a mentor to Keiko, was discovered, leading Kinosaki to suspect that his wife was somehow connected to the case. Despite his concerns, the police chose not to pursue the investigation, and Kinosaki was taken off the case. Frustrated by the police's baffling inaction, Kinosaki decided to resign and launched the "Missing Persons Search Team," a private detective agency focused on locating missing individuals, with the goal of finding Keiko himself. With the assistance of an eclectic group of specialists and his loyal partner Sasazuka, Kinosaki began to uncover the "hidden truths" surrounding disappearances, revealing a significant darkness within society.

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Eye See: Moso Kioku Sosa Koganei Dai(アイシー~妄想記憶捜査・小金井大~)

2025Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryComedyDetective Supporting Character

Like Detectives, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 57% similarity match.

Koganei's aspiration has been realized as he has now officially moved to the First Investigation Division. He is determined to leave a positive impression in hopes of being accepted into the Hiiragi Squad. Perhaps he might even awaken his own "camera eye"? Is there a link between the recent jewelry robbery and the seemingly minor theft of a bicycle seat? Koganei Dai, previously of Koganeistation, believes that no case is too large or too trivial.

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The Last Cop Season 2(ラストコップ 2)

2016Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryComedyMiniseries

Like Detectives, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 57% similarity match.

In June 2015, Kyogoku suddenly awoke from a 30-year coma following an accident during an investigation

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Shin Keiji Yoshinaga Seiichi(新・刑事吉永誠一)

2014Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryNovel AdaptationMiniseries

Like Detectives, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 57% similarity match.

Yoshinaga Seiichi serves as a detective in the First Investigative Division of the Kanagawa Prefectural Police. He firmly believes that every case can be solved and never gives up on his investigations. His partner, Kagami Kiichi, is the son of Takashi, a renowned detective in the same police force. Kujo Kazumai, a police officer with a degree from Tokyo University, joins the First Investigative Division not as Director as originally planned, but as a detective in the field due to his own request.

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No.1 Landmark(零号国境线)

2010China
ActionInvestigationMysteryMilitary

Like Detectives, this drama also features Action, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

The setting is in the small town of Zhidian near the Chinese border, where the protagonist, a skilled internet expert named Yue Feng, gets entangled in a conflict between a drug lord named Shali and an anti-narcotics soldier named Ruan Linghao. Yue Feng unintentionally gets involved in a scheme to divide gambling winnings online, leading him to discover sensitive information that ties him to a large sum of money. To protect his father from being targeted by criminals, Yue Feng follows his father's advice and joins the army stationed at the border. Along the way, he meets a girl named Li Jia and after a series of challenges and training, Yue Feng ends up becoming a subordinate to Ruan Linghao.

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Intelligent Detective(卜案)

2012China
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryHistoricalHistorical FictionTang Dynasty

Like Detectives, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

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Chinese Sherlock Shi(新施公案)

2012China
Detective FictionInvestigationMysteryHistorical

Like Detectives, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

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Keitai Deka Zenigata Kai Season 2(ケータイ刑事銭形海2)

2007Japan
ActionDetective FictionInvestigationMysteryAmateur Detective Female LeadStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like Detectives, this drama also features Action, Detective Fiction, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

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Keishichou Sousa Ikkachou Season 3(警視庁・捜査一課長シーズン3)

2018Japan
Detective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryMiniseries

Like Detectives, this drama also features Detective Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

Season 3 of the show will introduce new cases to captivate mystery enthusiasts, along with featuring details about real-life Japan.

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Keiji no Genba Season 2(刑事の現場2 )

2009Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryMiniseriesSuspenseThriller

Like Detectives, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

This tale follows a young detective and a seasoned detective who hold contrasting values, as they strive to maintain their professional integrity. Keigo is partnered with Umeki, an adept but obstinate detective on the verge of retiring. The story unfolds as the young detective navigates his career while clashing with Umeki, questioning whether to show compassion towards criminals or to treat them with animosity.

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Brink of Law(突圍行動)

2007Hong Kong
ActionInvestigationMysteryRomance

Like Detectives, this drama also features Action, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

Tong Chi Ko (Steven Ma) is taken to court for defamation but later turns his life around and joins a fashion company as a legal advisor. He befriends Tung Yat Jun (Ron Ng), the nephew of the company's owner, Tung Jin Lung (Elliot Yue). Ko reunites with his former flame, Tsui Wing (Bernice Liu), only to discover her unusual relationship with Lung. Meanwhile, Lung's wife, Kam Chi (Michelle Yim), uncovers Jun's secret and vows to seek revenge. As Ko delves deeper, he uncovers a possible link between the fashion company and illegal betting activities. However, the truth is murky, leaving everyone wondering who is really pulling the strings behind the scenes.

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Keitai Deka Zenigata Mai(ケータイ刑事銭形舞)

2003Japan
ActionDetective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryAmateur Detective Female LeadHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like Detectives, this drama also features Action, Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

Zenigata Mai is a teenager attending high school who also works as a detective in her spare time. Her father holds a prominent position in the police force, which leads her partner, Godai Jun, to reluctantly involve her in their investigations by communicating with her over the phone.

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Keitai Deka Zenigata Rai Season 2(ケータイ刑事銭形雷2)

2006Japan
ActionDetective FictionInvestigationMysteryAmateur Detective Female LeadStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like Detectives, this drama also features Action, Detective Fiction, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

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Kuitan Seaaon 2(喰いタン 2 )

2007Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryAdapted From A MangaComedyFood

Like Detectives, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

This tale follows a detective with an insatiable hunger. Derived from the manga "Inspector Gourmet" by Terasawa Daisuke.

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Keishicho Sosa Ikka 9-Gakari Season 3 (2008)(警視庁捜査一課9係 season3)

2008Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryDeathMiniseriesMurder

Like Detectives, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

The Criminal Investigation Division 1-9 is a specialized unit tasked with solving complex and seemingly impossible murders and crimes in the city. They are known as the most formidable team in Tokyo, comprised of top experts in the field. Unlike other units, they prioritize individual judgment and action over strict hierarchy or physical prowess. Despite not holding traditional investigation meetings, they have an impressive track record with the highest arrest rate for criminals.

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Keitai Deka Zenigata Kai Season 3(ケータイ刑事銭形海3)

2008Japan
ActionDetective FictionInvestigationMysteryAmateur Detective Female LeadStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like Detectives, this drama also features Action, Detective Fiction, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

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Keiji no Genba(刑事の現場 )

2008Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryMiniseriesSuspenseThriller

Like Detectives, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

In a television series, a new police officer joins forces with an experienced detective to form a strong bond while facing challenges together. Keigo begins working at a nearby police precinct and is paired with Shoichi, a seasoned detective who is reserved but kind-hearted and nearing the end of his career. The show depicts the growth of the young detective as he navigates his career alongside the veteran detective and others involved in their cases.

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Keishicho Sosa Ikka 9-Gakari Season 4(警視庁捜査一課9係 4)

2009Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryDeathMurderPolice Department Setting

Like Detectives, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

Inaba Marie, a well-known female fortune teller, is found dead, and a list of clients containing the names of influential politicians is discovered at the crime scene. Kano Rintaro, Asawa Naoki, and the Ninth Sub-division team launch an investigation into the murder. The first person to come across the body is revealed to be the daughter of a government official, but Hayasegawa Masumi, the coroner, uncovers a surprising link between the fortune teller and Asawa. Masumi shows a strong preference for communicating with the deceased rather than engaging in conversations with the living, including Kano.

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Ore no Sora Keiji Hen(俺の空 刑事編)

2011Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryAdapted From A MangaDramaMiniseries

Like Detectives, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

Ippei Yasuda hails from a privileged upbringing and gains acceptance into a prestigious law school. However, he opts to pursue a career in law enforcement in order to uphold his personal beliefs of justice. This story is inspired by the manga series "Ore no Sora: Keiji Hen" created by Hiroshi Motomiya, which was published from 1978 to 1981.

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Jikken Keiji Totori 2( 実験刑事トトリ 2)

2013Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryMiniseriesSuspenseThriller

Like Detectives, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

Totori Hiroshi, formerly a professor specializing in bionomics, made a career change by taking the MPD mid-career recruitment exams. Upon successfully passing the exams, he was delighted to be placed in Division 1. Despite a year having gone by, Totori's partner, Yasunaga Teppei, continues to struggle with the fact that Totori, as a rookie, is older and more experienced than him.

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Keishichou Nasi Goreng ka(警視庁 ナシゴレン課)

2016Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryComedyDetective Female LeadMiniseries

Like Detectives, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

At the age of 25, Kazahaya Kyoko is named as the leader of an investigative unit within the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department known as the Nasi Goreng Division. She takes a unique approach to investigations, preferring to conduct them entirely from within a room and rejecting the traditional legwork methods of the Showa era. Despite rarely leaving her room during investigations, Kyoko demonstrates exceptional insight and deductive abilities in solving challenging cases. The dynamic changes with the arrival of Ishinabe Kanta, a middle-aged man who has always dreamed of becoming a detective and is now assigned to the Nasi Goreng Division. Despite Ishinabe's enthusiasm and insistence on his legwork skills, Kyoko dismisses him as an unnecessary hot-blooded individual.

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Keishichou Sousa Ikkachou (2016)(警視庁・捜査一課長)

2016Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryDeathDramaMurder

Like Detectives, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

The Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department's First Investigative Division is known as the top-performing unit within the department. Headed by Oiwa Junichi, this division consists of approximately 400 skilled detectives. Junichi carries a significant burden as he is responsible for leading initial investigations into all violent crimes in the city, coordinating various task forces, and actively participating in investigations when needed. Despite facing challenges, Junichi manages to fulfill his duties and is seen as a realistic hero and exemplary leader by his team members.

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Tokuso 9 Season 2(特捜9 season2)

2019Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingSuspenseThriller

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Tokuso 9 Season 4(特捜9 season4)

2021Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysteryPolice Department SettingSuspenseThriller

Like Detectives, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.