FINISHED
The Detective Is Already Dead
12 Episodes
24 min each
SUMMER 2021
Synopsis
Thwarting a hijacking with the beautiful, silver-haired detective, Siesta, transforms Kimihiko’s young life. Their success kicks off years of crime-solving and confronting syndicates around the world—until Siesta dies. Left with questions, Kimihiko moves on. But now, a new case may open healed wounds as it connects to an assassin, a world conspiracy, and his dead partner! Note: The first episode aired with a runtime of ~46 minutes as opposed to the standard 24 minute long episode.
Comedy
Drama
Mystery
Romance
Supernatural
Format
Unknown
Episodes
12
Per Episode
24 min
Source
Unknown
Episodes
12 / 12 Episodes
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Episode 1
Opening, Youth Romcom Arc
Kimizuka, a middle-school student, meets the beautiful detective Siesta in the process of thwarting a plane hijacking. As they next investigate a mystery at Kimizuka’s school Culture Festival, Siesta urges Kimizuka to become her sidekick.
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Episode 2
I Still Remember, After All This Time
Kimizuka is approached by Nagisa Natsunagi, a girl with a yearning seemingly inspired by the heart she received in a transplant. When Kimizuka asks Fuubi for help, she takes them to meet an unexpected someone who provides surprising information.
3
Episode 3
That's "Yui-nya Quality
A teen idol, Yui Saikawa, enlists Kimizuka and Natsunagi--who has taken up the mantle of legendary detective--to guard a priceless sapphire. In preparing for this, the two realize that more than just a precious jewel is at risk.
4
Episode 4
What That Eye Sees
On the night of Yui Saikawa’s big stadium show, Kimizuka and Natsunagi struggle to protect her from a hidden assailant. But the further the two dig into the plot against Saikawa, the clearer it becomes that the teen idol has secrets of her own.
5
Episode 5
It's For the Future a Year From Now
Siesta and Kimizuka investigate a series of murders by someone called Cerberus, who for some sinister reason steals victims’ hearts. As Cerberus eludes Siesta’s pursuit, she comes up with a more desperate tactic, much to Kimizuka’s dismay.
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Episode 6
Crimson Devil, Ice Queen
Siesta and Kimizuka win the battle with SPES's top executive Hell who suddenly appears. In return, Siesta was injured in her leg for about two weeks. Kimizuka, who was asked to use it, meets Alicia, a girl who was sleeping in a cardboard box in the back alley. Kimizuka asks her relatives, but Alicia has lost her memory so far...
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Episode 7
Someday, I Will Remember This Day
Kimizuka searches for "Sapphire's Eyes" with Alicia, who acted as a detective during Siesta's medical treatment. For a short while, three people visit the dining bar to celebrate the complete recovery of Siesta. Siesta offered Kimizuka a glass to make up for the apple pie, and when he noticed it was late at night. When Siesta returned to the room, she sat down on the bed and called out to Kimizuka, "Come here."
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Episode 8
Then Once Again, Go on a Journey
Kimizuka and Siesta realized that the wind that they met the other day was a fake. While upset, a fifth victim was killed. Siesta, who chooses her means to defeat her Hell, and Kimizuka, who wants to respect the feelings of her bereaved family, pass each other. Three days later, Alicia is involved in the incident. She was Kimizuka, who was relieved by Alicia, but she was beginning to realize the unacceptable reality...
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Episode 9
SPES
To regain Alicia, Siesta, Kimizuka, and Shall finally arrived at the SPES base. Kimizuka, who was split into two hands with Siesta and acted with Shall, confronts SPES's main ball "Seed" and learns the true identity of SPES. Meanwhile, Siesta reunites with Hell and attempts to recapture Alicia.
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Episode 10
That's why I can't be a detective
Saikawa, Natsunagi, and Kimizuka set off on a cruise together, during which Kimizuka unexpectedly encounters a former acquaintance. It turns out that something precious is onboard the ship, something which attracts the wrong sort of attention.
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Episode 11
A Light in the Midst of Hope
Facing off against Chameleon with Natsunagi’s life on the line, Kimizuka finds that he is not alone in this battle, with help coming in unexpected forms. But against this wily foe, Kimizuka’s allies--and his own resilience--are tested to the limits.
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Episode 12
Those Dizzying Three Years I Spent with You
Siesta, returned in spirit, partners with Kimizuka in a desperate battle against an ever-changing and resilient foe. In the aftermath of this battle, the survivors carry lingering questions and doubts, and must try to find closure amongst themselves.
Characters
Voice Actors
Shin Nagai (japanese)
Kimihiko Kimizuka
Main
Voice Actors
Saki Miyashita (japanese)
Siesta
Main
Voice Actors
Ayana Taketatsu (japanese)
Nagisa Natsunagi
Main
Voice Actors
Kanon Takao (japanese)
Yui Saikawa
Supporting
Voice Actors
Saho Shirasu (japanese)
Charlotte Arisaka Anderson
Supporting
Voice Actors
Takehito Koyasu (japanese)
Chameleon
Supporting
Staff
Nigojuu
Original Story
Umibouzu
Original Character Design
Manabu Kurihara
Director
Hitomi Mieno
Series Composition
Yousuke Itou
Character Design
jon-YAKITORY
Theme Song Performance (OP)
Comments
Information
Aired
Jul 03, 2021
to Sep 18, 2021
Season
SUMMER 2021
Source
Unknown
Format
Unknown
Studios
ENGI
Related Anime
OTHER
151987
SEQUEL
152677
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