---
title: "The Garden of Sinners: A Study in Murder - Part 2"
year: 2009
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-garden-of-sinners-a-study-in-murder-part-2-2009"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 23167
imdb_id: "tt1345776"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 120
community_rating: 7.1
vote_count: 100
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Garden of Sinners: A Study in Murder - Part 2 (2009) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-garden-of-sinners-a-study-in-murder-part-2-2009

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Garden of Sinners: A Study in Murder - Part 2 is a 2009 Japanese animated film produced by ufotable. Based on the novels by Kinoko Nasu, the film serves as the seventh installment in the series. It was preceded by the 2008 film Oblivion Recording and was followed by the 2013 sequel Future Gospel. The production features direction by Ei Aoki, Takayuki Hirao, Hikaru Kondô, Takuya Nonaka, and Mitsuru Obunai, with voice performances by Maaya Sakamoto, Ken'ichi Suzumura, Takako Honda, and Ayumi Fujimura. The story is set in February 1999, when a string of murders puts Shiki Ryougi and Mikiya Kokutou on edge. These crimes bear a resemblance to a series of homicides that occurred in 1995, the year Shiki and Mikiya first met. As the investigation unfolds, the events awaken a dark, murderous desire that had remained dormant within Shiki's soul since their initial encounter. The film, which has a runtime of two hours, is classified as animation, fantasy, mystery, romance, action, and crime. It was released in Japan on August 8, 2009.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | Apple TV Store |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Hikaru Kondou
- **Networks / Studios**: ufotable, Aniplex, Kodansha

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Maaya Sakamoto** as *Shiki Ryougi (voice)*
- **Kenichi Suzumura** as *Mikiya Kokutou (voice)*
- **Jouji Nakata** as *Souren Araya (voice)*
- **Ryotaro Okiayu** as *Satsuki Kurogiri (voice)*
- **Takako Honda** as *Touko Aozaki (voice)*
- **Ayumi Fujimura** as *Azaka Kokutou (voice)*
- **Hiroki Touchi** as *Daisuke Akimi (voice)*
- **Soichiro Hoshi** as *Lio Shirazumi (voice)*
- **Kenji Takahashi** as *Gakuto (voice)*
- **Tamio Ohki** as *Shiki's grandfather (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch The Garden of Sinners: A Study in Murder - Part 2 online?
The Garden of Sinners: A Study in Murder - Part 2 is currently available to watch or stream on Apple TV Store, Crunchyroll, U-NEXT, dAnime Amazon Channel. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is The Garden of Sinners: A Study in Murder - Part 2 worth watching?
The Garden of Sinners: A Study in Murder - Part 2 holds a community rating of 7.1/10 based on 100 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Animation, Fantasy for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie The Garden of Sinners: A Study in Murder - Part 2 and when was it released?
The Garden of Sinners: A Study in Murder - Part 2 is a feature film with a runtime of 120 minutes. It was released in 2009. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed The Garden of Sinners: A Study in Murder - Part 2?
The Garden of Sinners: A Study in Murder - Part 2 was directed by Hikaru Kondou.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Garden of Sinners: A Study in Murder - Part 2 — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/23167)
- [The Garden of Sinners: A Study in Murder – Part 2 - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Garden_of_Sinners:_A_Study_in_Murder_%E2%80%93_Part_2)
- [The Garden of Sinners: A Study in Murder - Part 2 (2009 ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/23167)
- [The Garden of Sinners: A Study in Murder - Part 2 (2009) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1345776/)
- [The Garden of Sinners: A Study in Murder – Part 2 - Wikiwand](https://www.wikiwand.com/en/The_Garden_of_Sinners:_A_Study_in_Murder_%E2%80%93_Part_2)
- [The Garden of Sinners: A Study in Murder - Part 2 Cast & Crew](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/the-garden-of-sinners-a-study-in-murder-part-2/credits)

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