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Detective Academy 2019

Status
Returning Series
First Aired
November 3, 2019
Last Aired
March 22, 2026
Format
9 seasons · 227 eps
Total Runtime
~170.3 hours (45 min/ep)
Essential Runtime
~168.3 hours (skips filler)
Highest Rated Episode
S1E3 "Episode 3" (★ 9/10)
Created By
Violet He
Network
Mango TV
★ TMDB users: 7.3/10 from 3 votes RealityMystery 9 seasons · 227 eps Returning Series
Community & Your Rating
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What is Detective Academy?

Detective Academy is a television series that premiered in 2019 and is derived from the fifth season of the show Who's the Murderer. The program is a star-led reasoning variety show produced by Mango TV, featuring celebrity guests as detective assistants.

Type
TV series
Year
2019
Status
Returning Series
Episodes
227
Runtime
45 minutes
First aired
Nov 3, 2019
Last aired
Mar 22, 2026
Original language
ZH
Origin
CN
Networks
Mango TV
Genres
Reality, Mystery
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 7.3/10 from 3 votes
Format
9 seasons · 227 episodes
Episode runtime
~45 minutes
Status
Returning Series
Network
Mango TV
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Overview

Detective Academy is a television series that premiered in 2019 and is derived from the fifth season of the show Who's the Murderer. The program is a star-led reasoning variety show produced by Mango TV, featuring celebrity guests as detective assistants. In each episode, participants advance on a checkerboard by rolling dice, triggering various challenges that test their logical thinking and problem-solving abilities. The format includes both team and individual competitions designed to challenge the intellectual capabilities of the guests. The contestant who reaches the end first is declared the top performer and gains the opportunity to appear on the scene of the fifth season of Who's the Murderer. The show emphasizes mental agility and deductive reasoning within an entertainment framework. It has continued beyond its initial release and maintains an episodic structure focused on guest participation and puzzle-based gameplay.

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Should you watch it?

“Stars compete in logic-based challenges to become top detective assistants.”

Reasons to watch
  • Engaging mix of trivia and deduction games
  • Features charismatic celebrity participants
  • Unique board-game-meets-crime-show format
Keep in mind
  • May feel repetitive after multiple episodes
  • Relies heavily on guest chemistry

You enjoy puzzle-based game shows with a detective theme.

Suitable for general audiences; light-hearted and family-friendly.

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Season 2 · 15 episodes Open the complete Season 2 guide & lore primer →
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Season 4 · 17 episodes Open the complete Season 4 guide & lore primer →
Season 5 · 45 episodes Open the complete Season 5 guide & lore primer →
Season 6 · 41 episodes Open the complete Season 6 guide & lore primer →
Season 7 · 37 episodes Open the complete Season 7 guide & lore primer →
Season 8 · 13 episodes Open the complete Season 8 guide & lore primer →
Season 9 · 26 episodes Open the complete Season 9 guide & lore primer →
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Frequently asked questions

Is prior knowledge of 'Who's the Murderer' required?

No, it's not required, though the show is derived from its fifth season.

How are winners determined?

The first guest to reach the end of the board becomes No. 1.

Are the challenges based on real investigations?

No, they are game-based and designed for entertainment purposes.

Can new viewers start with this series?

Yes, it's accessible to newcomers without needing background context.

Does the winner get a real detective role?

The top performer gets to appear in the fifth season of the original show.

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