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Tokyo Vice 2022

“Find the truth, no matter the cost.”

Status
Canceled
First Aired
April 7, 2022
Last Aired
April 4, 2024
Format
2 seasons · 18 eps
Highest Rated Episode
S2E10 "Endgame" (★ 8.2/10)
Created By
J.T. Rogers
Networks
HBO Max, Max
Where to Stream
HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, HBO Max
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★ TMDB users: 7.9/10 from 402 votes TV-MA CrimeDrama 2 seasons · 18 eps Canceled
Community & Your Rating
★ 7.9/10
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What is Tokyo Vice?

Tokyo Vice is a television series based on a non-fiction book of the same name. The series follows an American journalist who embeds himself into the Tokyo Vice police squad to gain insight into their work.

Type
TV series
Year
2022
Status
Canceled
Episodes
18
First aired
Apr 7, 2022
Last aired
Apr 4, 2024
Original language
EN
Origin
US
Networks
HBO Max, Max
Genres
Crime, Drama
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 7.9/10 from 402 votes
Format
2 seasons · 18 episodes
Status
Canceled
Networks
HBO Max, Max
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Overview

Tokyo Vice is a television series based on a non-fiction book of the same name. The series follows an American journalist who embeds himself into the Tokyo Vice police squad to gain insight into their work. The show is a first-hand account of the Tokyo Metropolitan Police beat, focusing on the journalist's experiences as he becomes immersed in the police squad's daily activities. The series is an adaptation of the real-life experiences of a journalist, offering a unique perspective on the Tokyo Vice police squad and the challenges they face. The show is a drama that explores themes of law, crime, and investigation, with a focus on the complexities of the Tokyo Metropolitan Police beat.

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Should you watch it?

“An American journalist goes undercover with Tokyo police to expose corruption.”

Reasons to watch
  • Based on a true story
  • Unique Tokyo setting
  • Strong procedural elements
Keep in mind
  • Violence and mature themes
  • Slow pacing at times

You enjoy crime procedurals with international settings and investigative journalism.

Contains violence, strong language, and mature themes appropriate for adult audiences.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Tokyo Vice based on a true story?

Yes, it's based on Jake Adelstein's non-fiction book about his experiences as an American journalist in Tokyo.

What is the show about?

It follows an American journalist who embeds with the Tokyo Metropolitan Police to investigate corruption.

Where does the show take place?

The series is set in Tokyo, Japan, focusing on the city's police force and criminal underworld.

What genre is Tokyo Vice?

It's a crime drama and investigative procedural with elements of international journalism.

Who is the main character?

The main character is Jake Adelstein, an American journalist working with Tokyo police.

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