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The television series is inspired by the popular novel "Yako Kanransha" by Minato Kanae, focusing on two households located in a prestigious neighborhood. In the midst of luxurious residences, the modest Endo family resides in a small but cherished home. Across from them live the affluent Takahashi family, known for their successful doctor father and three talented children. When Takahashi Hiroyuki is discovered murdered, the police suspect the killer may be someone familiar to the family.

Centered on the concept of human cloning, the narrative is characterized as a suspenseful and enigmatic tale unfolding within a symbolic representation of a "musical chairs" game, featuring themes of psychological manipulation. (Tokyograph)

Kazuko Yamase, a 23-year-old part-time worker, is struggling emotionally after losing her job and being left by her partner. One day, she purchases a handmade teddy bear that captivates her instantly. To her surprise, the teddy bear starts speaking once she arrives home. The bear was previously owned by a 5-year-old child whose parents were tragically murdered. Strangely, the spirit of Amano Yasuo, a detective who died while investigating the case, now resides in the bear. Despite initial disagreements, Kazuko and Amano join forces to unravel the mystery that Amano was pursuing before his death.

Jung I Sin, known as the Mantis, is a notorious serial killer responsible for the brutal slayings of five men two decades ago. Her son, Cha Su Yeol, has harbored resentment towards his mother throughout his life. Currently, he serves as a police officer. When a new murder case arises, it bears striking similarities to the crimes committed by the Mantis, suggesting a copycat killer. In order to apprehend this new perpetrator, Cha Su Yeol seeks the assistance of his mother, Jung I Sin.

Detective Sugiyama Shintaro, an empathetic assistant inspector at Kichijoji Police Station, has successfully closed numerous cases while unintentionally neglecting his family

One day, Kurusu Reina, a model facing challenges in her career, gains the unusual ability to visualize images of criminals. Asano Kazama, a detective from the First Investigative Division who is on temporary suspension due to a case, crosses paths with Reina. He enlists her special talent to help crack complex cases.

Detectives Kang Do Chang and Oh Ji Hyuk work together in the bustling port city of Incheon, South Korea. Despite their differences, with Kang being a seasoned veteran relying on experience and connections, and Oh being a cool and analytical profiler, they have formed an unexpected partnership. They face their biggest challenge yet when investigating a brutal assault at an underground club and tracking a serial killer targeting young women in white attire. Their investigation leads them to the influential TJ Group, a family-run conglomerate embroiled in internal conflict. Among the key figures involved are Cheon Na Na and the legal chief Woo Tae Ho.

A forensic pathologist, renowned as a leader in her profession, finds her past catching up with her. The father she believed to be dead has reemerged, posing a threat to everything she has built. Faced with high stakes, she must confront her history in order to secure her future.

Mizusawa Sakura excels at listening attentively. She starts her day as a DJ on a local FM radio station, tuning in to the voices of her audience. In the afternoons, she listens to complaints from residents at the inquiry desk of the Community Safety Division at Komagome Chuo Police Precinct. In the evenings, she gathers information from regular patrons at her grandmother Ume's restaurant, who used to work in law enforcement. When a case arises, Sakura goes undercover, concealing her true identity as a special investigator working under the command of the precinct's chief, Igarashi Kyoko. She teams up with the passionate detective Takeuchi Masato to unravel the mysteries behind each case they encounter.

Eun Su is employed in the sales department of a luxury goods store located within a high-end department store. Since her childhood, she has been burdened by a profound trauma. Her friend Hui Su bears a similar weight, as both women are troubled by the remnants of their past experiences. Once an aspiring author of children's books, Hui Su's career has come to a standstill. She now endures a terrifying life overshadowed by the violent abuse inflicted by her husband, Jin Pyo. In her quest to escape his torment, Hui Su is perpetually gripped by fear, unable to liberate herself from his control. Eventually, Eun Su reaches a point of desperation and resolves to take action. She makes a pivotal choice to help her friend by eliminating Jin Pyo. The two women collaborate to formulate a plan for his murder. As their scheme progresses, Jin So Baek, the influential CEO of Jingang Firm, becomes aware of their plot. Recognizing an opportunity, he extends his assistance, becoming a formidable ally in their perilous endeavor. With his support, the women gain confidence, yet their journey is laden with dangers as they navigate the treacherous road ahead.

A mother's son is taken, with the only hint being a message that begins with "This is a test." The story unfolds rapidly and with flair as lead detective Kaoru Kiriko from the Special Investigation Team follows a series of challenging puzzles that appear to taunt the authorities. Kaoru, with her sharp instincts, matches wits with the kidnapper, but as she gets nearer to the truth, she realizes she is the one being pursued, not the pursuer.

Private investigators Gotenba Tori and Katanashi Hisame collaborate as partners at the detective agency Knockin' on Locked Door. Despite being rivals, they complement each other with their unique approaches and personalities. Gotenba Tori excels at unraveling how a case transpired, always sporting a black turtleneck and openly expressing his emotions. On the other hand, Katanashi Hisame specializes in understanding the motives behind a case, relying on logic and always dressed in a suit with glasses. Together, they tackle challenging cases and combine their strengths to successfully solve them.

Three years ago, Pinghai City experienced a homicide that resulted in the heroic sacrifice of criminal police chief Ding Wei while trying to apprehend the suspect, Cao Ming, and protect a hostage. Recently, similar cases have resurfaced, prompting the Pinghai Municipal Public Security Bureau to reassign key members of the criminal police detachment. This new team includes Xu Zhixin as the criminal police chief, Liu Jing as a criminal psychologist, Luo Hai as the detective expert and deputy captain, Dr. Lin Xue as the physical and biochemical materials expert, a young female policewoman, and a skilled fighter named Hu Niu. Wang Xiaobo, an expert in computer networks, also joined the team to investigate these cases. Using their unique skills, Liu Jing and his colleagues analyzed the motives behind the crimes through role-playing and profiling the suspects involved in the cases.

Renowned educator Kuroki Kurodo transitioned from teaching at a top-tier cram school for the middle school entrance exam to leading a struggling institution. Despite the school's poor track record, Kurodo confidently assures that the students will excel in their exams. He emphasizes that a cram school is essentially a service-oriented business, where the future of children is the product being offered to parents.

Detective Baek Hong Seok lost his 15-year-old daughter in a tragic car accident, and shortly after, his wife succumbed to grief. Driven by a desire for answers regarding his daughter's untimely death, Detective Baek uncovers links to a larger conspiracy. Seo Ji Won, the daughter of a wealthy corporation owner, assists him in his quest for the truth. As she investigates the case, she discovers that her brother-in-law, a leading candidate for the presidency, is implicated in corruption. This revelation places Reporter Seo Ji Won in a dilemma between her familial loyalty and her commitment to uncovering the truth.

A year has gone by, and Musashi Saburo has become an investigator at BCCT. Alongside his teammates, he is looking into a masked armed group that has taken 500 hostages while seizing control of a broadcasting station.

Hyun Min Joo is a single mother who relocated to the Kang Nam district of Seoul to ensure her son receives a quality education. Seo Sung Won serves as both her son's teacher and her tenant, possessing both charm and intelligence, making him an attractive prospect for many women. Han Soo Jin, hailing from a wealthy family, chose to become a teacher driven by her sincere desire to educate children. As a physical education instructor, she finds herself in a romantic rivalry with Min Joo for Sung Won's affection.

The plot centers on Shang Jie, a highly critical leader of a crime investigation unit; Xia Ying, a dedicated forensic scientist; Li Xue Kai, a skilled detective and tracker; Song Mi, a naive and scatterbrained analyst; and Ying Ming, a wealthy criminal psychologist. Despite being considered outcasts in the department, they come together to solve complex murder cases through teamwork and commitment. This series is inspired by the true story of Wang Xue Mei, a prominent female forensic doctor in China, drawing from her three decades of professional experience as the country's first female forensic expert.

In the year 2000, a murder took place in an apartment located within a printing factory in Haizhou City. A young police officer named Leng Xiao Bing, along with his more experienced colleague, responded to the report of the crime. Unfortunately, they ended up encountering the notorious serial killer of Haizhou City. Leng Xiao Bing hesitated to use his weapon during the confrontation, leading to the death of his senior officer, Li Lan. Another individual present during the incident was a young orphan named Xia Mu, who was hiding in an attic nearby. To protect his career in the police force, Leng Xiao Bing kept his inability to shoot a secret, which Xia Mu also chose not to reveal. The murderer managed to escape and the case went cold. Seventeen years later, Xia Mu joined the major crime unit with the goal of solving the murder of his mentor and others. Upon questioning Leng Xiao Bing about his hesitation to shoot, the truth was finally revealed. Together, they decided to reopen the old case and investigate it from a new perspective. Their suspicions eventually led them to the father of a psychologist named Shen Yu. Shen Yu, determined to clear her father's name, launched her own investigation. When a new body from sixteen years ago was discovered, it became clear that the killer had never truly stopped. Only through collaboration could they finally apprehend the real culprit and bring justice to the victims.

Na Moon Young is wed to Cha Sung Jae, who vanishes abruptly. She embarks on a quest to locate her spouse and unravel the mystery surrounding his disappearance. Ha Yeon Joo resides in the same neighborhood as Na Moon Young, while a enigmatic individual named Do Jin Woo possesses crucial information regarding Cha Sung Jae's vanishing act.

When you ask a young girl in nursery school what she wants to be when she grows up, she might mention wanting to become a nurse, florist, or ballerina. On the other hand, a young boy in nursery school might mention aspirations of becoming a policeman, firefighter, athlete, or pilot. However, Taiyo Suzuki had different aspirations inspired by his elderly nursery school teacher. Determined to follow in her footsteps, he passed the nursery school teacher examination and is now working at Himawari Nursery School. Despite being in a predominantly female profession, Taiyo is eager to prove himself to the female teachers and mothers of the children. His goal is not only to excel professionally but also to become a beloved friend to the children at the school.

Kayama Seiji, a journalist who covered the case of Shinozuka Yoshio's wrongful conviction for a murder involving a young girl, discovers 12 years later that Shinozuka is actually innocent. Back when Kayama believed in Shinozuka's guilt, his reporting influenced public opinion and solidified the unjust verdict. Ishihara Yoko, Shinozuka's attorney, condemns the police for their negligence and announces intentions to seek compensation for the 12 years Shinozuka spent imprisoned. Miho, Shinozuka's daughter, struggles with his delayed release, while Hiroko, the victim's sister, finds it difficult to come to terms with the truth. Detective Asada Kunio, who oversaw the investigation, must confront his own role in the miscarriage of justice, as all parties involved grapple with the aftermath of the wrongful conviction.

Detective Ango Ishikawa is known for his intelligence and sharp observational skills. He maintains excellent physical fitness and possesses a strong drive for success. Ango prioritizes his work above all else, with little presence of a personal life. Following a gunshot wound to the head at a crime scene, Ango teeters on the edge of life and death. From that point on, Ango gains the ability to communicate with and see the deceased.

Saijo Kinuka, a homemaker, resides in a Western-style house in Kamakura with her husband and two teenage children after inheriting it from her late father-in-law. She fulfills her dream of opening a flower arrangement school in the salon of her new home. However, her past resurfaces when her ex-boyfriend, Seno Itsuki, unexpectedly shows up at her housewarming party. Strange occurrences begin to unfold in the household, such as missing food and clothing, as it is revealed that Seno has been secretly living in the attic. This leads to the unraveling of hidden secrets among those close to Kinuka, ultimately impacting her mental state. The situation escalates when a murder occurs, drastically altering her fate.

Onizuka Ichiro became wheelchair-bound after being attacked by a criminal, causing him to lose the use of his legs. Despite retiring, he was brought back to lead the Judicial Section of Shinjuku Higashi Police Precinct's Criminal Affairs Division due to his track record of solving numerous cases. When a deceased individual, identified as Matsumoto Yugo, was discovered in Shinjuku Botanical Garden, Onizuka recognized the name from a recent report filed by Matsumoto regarding the theft of his bicycle. Alongside his colleagues Toyama Saki and Jin Keitaro, who was reassigned from Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department's First Investigative Division to the precinct, Onizuka initiates an investigation into the case. However, the precinct's new police chief, Azuma Kanata, expresses displeasure at their involvement and clashes with Keitaro over the investigation approach.

Onizuka Ichiro is a proficient investigator who is wheelchair-bound due to an injury that happened just before he retired. Using his intricate "city of memory" stored in his mind, he cracks contemporary cases while reminiscing about past investigations.

Inexperienced filmmaker Hasebe Kaori collaborates with up-and-coming writer Kai Mahiro on developing the screenplay for her upcoming movie. The story is inspired by the tragic events of the Sasazukacho Family Murder Case from 15 years ago, where a recluse man killed his sister and parents in a house fire. Interestingly, this murder occurred in the same town where Mahiro grew up. Both Kaori and Mahiro harbor personal connections to this unsettling crime. As they delve deeper into researching the case for their film, they uncover a startling revelation.

Prior to their graduation, students find themselves trapped inside the music room and are instructed to eliminate each other in order to stay alive

In a renovated apartment, Ji Na investigates the mysterious disappearance of her sister Ji Hyun. As hidden truths come to light, conflicts escalate, revealing neighbors consumed by their own selfish desires. Detective Min Soo, Ji Na's sole supporter, assists in unraveling the mystery, yet harbors secrets of his own.

Thirteen children's skeletal remains were discovered in the case known as the "Haikawa Residence Incident

Kuromi Kiyoka is a housekeeper with a hidden agenda of achieving her vision of an "ideal family" at any cost. Assigned to work for the seemingly perfect Haibara family, Kuromi soon forms a close bond with them. However, her obsession with creating a flawless family leads her to extreme and unethical actions that defy common sense. (DramaWiki)

The Hanabishi family relocates to the historic "Kogure Photo Studio" building. Eiichi, a high school student and the family's second son, comes across a photograph developed at the studio by a neighbor. The picture shows a sorrowful woman who resembles more of a ghost than a real person. With the assistance of Nobuko Kakimoto from the property agency, Eiichi and his loved ones team up to unravel the enigma surrounding the mysterious photo.

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

During a mission, Wu Dong, an officer from the Criminal Investigation Department, happened to apprehend the main culprit of a major drug syndicate

Has there been any recent progress in the dynamic between the distinctive detectives? The team of special investigators, each with their own unique traits, persist in their usual clashes but are united in their dedication to solving cases and conducting thorough investigations. Furthermore, the hidden past of detective Shindo Ryo is slowly coming to light, potentially altering his connection with detective Asawa Naoki. And to add to the mix, a new recruit has joined their ranks.

Six months prior to the occupation incident, Koichi is on a mission to uncover the hidden truths of Kaiseido Hospital. In the midst of their investigation, Koichi and Sagami break into Tajima Design Office, the architectural firm behind the hospital's design. Their goal is to retrieve blueprint data, but their plans are disrupted when three employees and a security guard unexpectedly appear. It appears that the police had been informed about the break-in and summoned the employees to provide information. However, as everyone boards the elevator, it suddenly stops and a mysterious gas is released, causing them to lose consciousness. Upon regaining consciousness, they are informed via a mysterious voice that the employees have been fitted with a deadly device around their necks and injected with poison. The voice then issues a chilling ultimatum: in order to escape the elevator alive, they must uncover the identity of the killer among them.

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.

The plot revolves around an average woman striving for a stable life, only to be confronted with her husband's deceit and cruelty, as well as the challenges and difficulties of everyday life

While investigating a homicide, policewoman Ran Dongdong stumbles upon her husband's hidden rental property

Deputy Chief Police Officer Qin Chi regains consciousness from a coma to find himself suffering from amnesia. He discovers that he was involved in a stake-out with his friends, which resulted in the death of everyone except him. Suspected of betrayal by the police and with all witnesses gone, Qin Chi must unravel the truth about the incident and his involvement in it. Despite his memory loss, he continues to work as a detective, solving complex cases with his team while trying to piece together the events of that fateful stake-out.

Usobuki Tadashi is an enigmatic individual with crimson eyes who dresses in dark suits paired with a burgundy shirt. He possesses a unique ability that leads people to their demise using methods like curses and manipulation. Despite his actions, there is no concrete evidence to convict Usobuki for the murders he commits on behalf of his clients. In contrast, Tada Tomoko, a detective, remains immune to Usobuki's control tactics.

During the investigation of a valuable ancient painting theft, Luo Jian, leader of the criminal investigation unit, encounters Zhuang Wen Jie, a brilliant college student with a family background in thievery. Despite their differences, the two collaborate to solve the mystery.

During the morning of the winter solstice, Yang Yuan's nine-year-old son goes missing mysteriously, leading the police to a suspect with a strong alibi. At the same time, Yuan Wu is faced with financial struggles following his father's sudden passing. A few months prior, Lin Chu Ping, a single woman, was attacked while asleep, with only a handkerchief soaked in ether left at the scene. As the authorities delve into the investigations, they discover a web of connections between these incidents. Will they be able to locate Yang Mo before it's too late?

In a small town's birch forest during that period, Wang Xiang, a taxi driver, unexpectedly encountered the individual he both desired and dreaded to meet the most in his lifetime. Is this person a foe or an ally? Having crossed paths with him, Wang Xiang must seek resolution, not only for himself but also for his son. In the birch forest of the town during that time, Wang Xiang, a train conductor, exuded energy and vitality as he operated a massive steel train with twenty cars. However, he struggled to manage a small family of three amidst trivial issues on one hand, and faced a daunting crisis at a failing factory on the other. A parcel of unidentified body parts was discovered in the birch forest, creating ripples like a stone dropped into calm water. For the past two decades, Wang Xiang remained haunted by that parcel, even as the autumn leaves turned yellow. A missing father, a deceased lover, and reunited old friends were ensnared in different time periods due to an unresolved enigma. Their sole desire is to uncover a truth that transcends the past, present, and future. Once the mystery is unraveled, only the lament of destiny and the epoch remains in the enduring season where time and space intertwine.

In Beishan City, a serious homicide took place involving prominent businessman Long Yun Fei who was found holding the murder weapon with no explanation. He was apprehended as a prime suspect and brought to the Criminal Investigation Brigade. Prosecutor Su Qing and Captain Feng Gang from the Criminal Investigation Brigade joined forces to look into the case. Surprisingly, as they delved into the investigation, they stumbled upon a connection between this case and the unresolved bones case at a nursing home from years ago.