Master Keaton 1998
What is Master Keaton?
Master Keaton is a television series that aired from 1998 to 2000, based on the manga of the same name created by Hokusei Katsushika, Naoki Urasawa, and Takashi Nagasaki. The show centers on Taichi Keaton, a half-British, half-Japanese archaeologist and former SAS operative who served in the Falklands War.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1998
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 39
- Runtime
- 24 minutes
- First aired
- Oct 6, 1998
- Last aired
- Jun 21, 2000
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- NHK BS1
- Genres
- Mystery, Animation, Drama, Crime
- Updated
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Master Keaton is a television series that aired from 1998 to 2000, based on the manga of the same name created by Hokusei Katsushika, Naoki Urasawa, and Takashi Nagasaki. The show centers on Taichi Keaton, a half-British, half-Japanese archaeologist and former SAS operative who served in the Falklands War. Working as an insurance investigator for Lloyd's, Keaton travels internationally to solve complex cases involving mysteries and fraud. His investigations frequently lead him into adventurous and perilous situations, which he navigates using his diverse expertise in archaeology, military tactics, and survival skills. The series blends elements of mystery, action, and adventure as Keaton applies his multidisciplinary knowledge and experience to uncover the truth. It was adapted from a long-running manga serialized in Big Comic Original and later collected into multiple volumes. The show credits Norihiro Inoue, Keaton Yamada, Shinpachi Tsuji, and Ichirô Nagai among its cast.
Should you watch it?
“Taichi Keaton travels the world solving dangerous mysteries using his unique background in archaeology and survival skills.”
- diverse range of investigative challenges
- protagonist with a unique professional background
- features dangerous scenarios
Watch it if you enjoy episodic stories featuring a polymath protagonist tackling international cases.
The series features dangerous situations and themes related to the protagonist's background as a veteran and investigator.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 39 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Man in a Maze Oct 6, 1998
- E2 Little Giant Oct 13, 1998
- E3 Strange Tales of Lasagna Oct 20, 1998
- E4 Immortal Man Oct 27, 1998
- E5 Paris Under the Roof Nov 3, 1998
- E6 White Goddess Nov 10, 1998
- E7 Memories of Summer Pudding Nov 17, 1998
- E8 The Negotiator's Rule Nov 24, 1998
- E9 Traveling with a Lady Dec 1, 1998
- E10 Charlie Dec 8, 1998
- E11 Special Menu Dec 15, 1998
- E12 A Case for Ladies Dec 22, 1998
- E13 A Peaceful Death Jan 5, 1999
- E14 Wall in One's Heart Jan 12, 1999
- E15 A Long and Hot Day Jan 19, 1999
- E16 The Elm Tree Forever Jan 26, 1999
- E17 A Mansion of Roses Feb 9, 1999
- E18 Faker's Miscalculation Feb 16, 1999
- E19 Into the Vast Sky... Feb 23, 1999
- E20 The Island of Coward Mar 2, 1999
- E21 The Thistle Emblem Mar 9, 1999
- E22 Chateau Lajonchee 1944 Mar 16, 1999
- E23 No Way Out Mar 23, 1999
- E24 The Day the Op Was Born Mar 30, 1999
- E25 Kalihman of the Desert Dec 22, 1999
- E26 Family Dec 22, 1999
- E27 The Red Wind Dec 22, 1999
- E28 A Message from Alexeyev Jan 21, 2000
- E29 The Forbidden Fruit Jan 21, 2000
- E30 The Highlands in Your Eyes Jan 21, 2000
- E31 The Scent is the Key Feb 21, 2000
- E32 The Back Street Feb 21, 2000
- E33 Devil Like an Angel Feb 21, 2000
- E34 The Agate Color of Time Mar 23, 2000
- E35 Love in May Apr 21, 2000
- E36 Blue Friday May 24, 2000
- E37 Interview Day May 24, 2000
- E38 Hunting Season Part 1 Jun 21, 2000
- E39 Hunting Season Part 2 Jun 21, 2000
Frequently asked questions
Who is the main character?
The main character is Taichi Keaton.
What is Taichi Keaton's profession?
He works as a professor and an investigator.
What skills does the protagonist use?
He utilizes his expertise in archaeology, investigation, and survival.
What is the protagonist's military background?
He is a Falklands Conflict veteran and a former SAS agent.
What is the setting of the series?
The series features cases that take place around the globe.