The Detective Is Already Dead
探偵はもう、死んでいる。
After thwarting a hijacking with beautiful, silver-haired detective Siesta, Kimihiko leads a life of globe-trotting and crime-solving—until Siesta dies. A year later, a new case will open old wounds as it threads…
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Synopsis
After thwarting a hijacking with beautiful, silver-haired detective Siesta, Kimihiko leads a life of globe-trotting and crime-solving—until Siesta dies. A year later, a new case will open old wounds as it threads murder, conspiracy, and his dead partner!
About
The Detective Is Already Dead premiered on July 4, 2021. It falls under the Animation, Mystery, Drama genres. The series has aired across 2 seasons and 25 episodes. with each episode running approximately 24 minutes. It airs on AT-X. and remains in active production.
Why viewers enjoy The Detective Is Already Dead
The Detective Is Already Dead targets fans of Animation anime, especially viewers who appreciate stories that blend Mystery, Drama elements. This combination of Animation, Mystery, Drama sets the show's pacing and tone, and explains why it resonates with that specific audience over more general animated programming.
Production
The Detective Is Already Dead was animated by ENGI, KADOKAWA, Sammy, and broadcast on AT-X.
Critical reception
The Detective Is Already Dead holds a rating of 5.7 out of 10 based on 60 user reviews on TMDB, a score that reflects a wider spread of opinions among viewers.
Themes & motifs
Recurring motifs and themes throughout The Detective Is Already Dead include: detective, gun, fight, secret organization, investigation, death, anime, based on light novel. These threads anchor the show's narrative direction and offer a reliable indicator of the kind of viewing experience it delivers.
Voice cast

Arata Nagai

Saki Miyashita

Ayana Taketatsu

Kanon Takao

Saho Shirasu

Maria Naganawa

Yoshitsugu Matsuoka

Mai Fuchigami

Takehito Koyasu

Tetsushi Kajimoto
Production credits
- Direction
- Manabu Kurihara · Shinichi Fukumoto · Fumio Itou
- Writing
- Deko Akao · Nigojū · Hiroaki Nagashima
Release dates
Premiered
July 4, 2021
Seasons & episodes

Season1
July 4, 2021·12episodes
Season1
July 4, 2021·12episodes
No description available for this season.

Season2
October 7, 2026·13episodes
Season2
October 7, 2026·13episodes
No description available for this season.
Themes & topics
Keywords associated with this title by the community.
- detective
- gun
- fight
- secret organization
- investigation
- death
- anime
- based on light novel
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Frequently asked questions
When did The Detective Is Already Dead premiere?
The Detective Is Already Dead premiered on July 4, 2021.
How many seasons does The Detective Is Already Dead have?
The Detective Is Already Dead has 2 seasons and 25 episodes in total.
What genre is The Detective Is Already Dead?
The Detective Is Already Dead is classified under Animation, Mystery, Drama.
What networks did The Detective Is Already Dead air on?
The Detective Is Already Dead aired on AT-X.
Is The Detective Is Already Dead still ongoing?
Yes, The Detective Is Already Dead is still in production and new seasons release periodically.
How long is each episode of The Detective Is Already Dead?
Each episode of The Detective Is Already Dead runs for approximately 24 minutes.
Where is The Detective Is Already Dead from?
The Detective Is Already Dead is a Japanese anime production.
What is the TMDB rating of The Detective Is Already Dead?
The Detective Is Already Dead holds a rating of 5.7 out of 10 on TMDB based on community reviews.