Hero 2001
What is Hero?
The Japanese television series "Hero" is a drama that aired on Fuji TV. The show features a former delinquent turned unconventional prosecutor, who shakes up the legal world with his street-smart instincts and unorthodox style.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2001
- Status
- Returning Series
- Episodes
- 22
- Runtime
- 60 minutes
- First aired
- Jan 8, 2001
- Last aired
- Sep 22, 2014
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- Fuji TV
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
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Overview
The Japanese television series "Hero" is a drama that aired on Fuji TV. The show features a former delinquent turned unconventional prosecutor, who shakes up the legal world with his street-smart instincts and unorthodox style. This prosecutor clashes with an ambitious colleague, while his relentless pursuit of justice transforms those around him. The series explores the complexities of the justice system through the protagonist's unorthodox methods.
Should you watch it?
“A street-smart former delinquent challenges the legal establishment as an unconventional prosecutor in this Japanese drama.”
- engaging lead performance
- unique perspective on the justice system
- nontraditional legal methods
- clashing workplace dynamics
Watch it if you enjoy stories about unconventional professionals challenging rigid systems.
The series features professional workplace conflict and legal investigations.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 11 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Newcomer Jan 8, 2001
- E2 Troublesome Man Jan 15, 2001
- E3 Marry Me? Jan 22, 2001
- E4 A Prosecutor's Job Jan 29, 2001
- E5 True Feelings Feb 5, 2001
- E6 I Like Matches Feb 12, 2001
- E7 Appreciation Feb 19, 2001
- E8 Medical Malpractice Feb 26, 2001
- E9 Terror Attacks Mar 5, 2001
- E10 Past Records Mar 12, 2001
- E11 The Last Case Mar 19, 2001
Season 2 · 11 episodes
- E1 HERO, once more Jul 14, 2014
- E2 Lies and Mysteries Jul 21, 2014
- E3 Double Deaths Jul 28, 2014
- E4 Old Friends Aug 4, 2014
- E5 Tears of the Demon Prosecutor Aug 11, 2014
- E6 The Red Shirt Aug 18, 2014
- E7 Brewing Jealousy Aug 25, 2014
- E8 The Scapegoat Sep 1, 2014
- E9 Four Murderers Sep 8, 2014
- E10 The Last Case Sep 15, 2014
- E11 Concealed Truth Sep 22, 2014
Frequently asked questions
What is the main character's profession?
Kohei Kuryu works as a prosecutor.
What is the protagonist's background?
He is a former delinquent.
Who is the protagonist's colleague?
He works alongside Maiko Amamiya.
What is the tone of the show?
The series focuses on the clash between unorthodox methods and traditional legal environments.
Does the protagonist influence others?
Yes, his pursuit of justice gradually transforms those around him.