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Dangerous Detective 1986

★ 8.4/10 · 7 votes Drama 2 seasons · 76 eps Ended
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What is Dangerous Detective?

Dangerous Detective is a Japanese television drama series that aired on Nippon Television between 1986 and 1987. Also known by the shortened title AbuDeka, the program features actors Hiroshi Tachi and Kyohei Shibata in the lead roles.

Type
TV series
Year
1986
Status
Ended
Episodes
76
Runtime
54 minutes
First aired
Oct 5, 1986
Last aired
Mar 31, 1989
Original language
JA
Origin
JP
Networks
Nippon TV
Genres
Drama
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Dangerous Detective is a Japanese television drama series that aired on Nippon Television between 1986 and 1987. Also known by the shortened title AbuDeka, the program features actors Hiroshi Tachi and Kyohei Shibata in the lead roles. The narrative centers on two detectives, Takayama and Oshita, who serve at the Naka-ku branch of the Kanagawa Prefectural Police. The series achieved significant popularity during its broadcast run, which eventually led to the production of various spin-off television series, feature films, and books based on the original show. As a police drama, the series focuses on the professional activities and partnership of its two main characters within their designated jurisdiction. The production remains notable for its influence on subsequent media iterations and its established place in Japanese television history. By documenting the work of these specific detectives, the show created a lasting franchise that expanded well beyond its initial television broadcast period. The program is recognized for its longevity and its impact on the crime drama genre in Japan.

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“Two charismatic detectives chase crime in 1980s Japan.”

Reasons to watch
  • Charismatic lead duo
  • Classic 80s Japanese police drama
  • Spawned successful film and book franchise
Keep in mind
  • Only two seasons
  • May feel dated to modern viewers

Watch it if you enjoy retro buddy-cop dramas with charismatic Japanese detectives.

Suitable for general audiences; contains typical police procedural action without extreme violence.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Dangerous Detective about?

It is a Japanese television drama that follows detectives Takayama and Oshita of the Kanagawa Prefectural Police.

When did the series originally air?

The series aired on Nippon Television from 1986 to 1987.

Who are the main actors?

The lead roles are played by Hiroshi Tachi and Kyohei Shibata.

Did the series lead to other media?

Yes, it spawned films, spin‑off series, and books.

Which network broadcast the show?

It was broadcast by Nippon Television.