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Throwing Stones: Cops Against the Government

2017·Show
8Episodes in1Season
81
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb8.2
IMDb8.2

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Strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension8
  • Adrenaline4
  • Fast Pace4

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Catharsis6
  • Pathos5
  • Melancholy4

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Situational Comedy0
  • Physical Comedy0

World

Everyday modern life, crime, and politics

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion7
  • Novelty6

Craft

Standout performances, storytelling, and dialogue

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Intrigue9
  • Acting8
  • Narrative Structure8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6

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About

One billion yen vanishes from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Two police inspectors work to discover the culprit, but politics may obstruct justice.
Political ThrillerInvestigative DramaBureaucratic CorruptionSlow Burn MysteryJustice System FocusSocial CommentaryCharacter-DrivenTense & GrippingReal-World Inspired

Crew

Directed by:
Setsuro Wakamatsu
Written by:
Masashi Todayama
Produced by:
Makiko Okano, Reiko Nagai
Composed by:
Norihito Sumitomo

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Is Throwing Stones: Cops Against the Government worth watching?

81
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 81/100 (IMDb 8.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Throwing Stones: Cops Against the Government rated?

Strong language

Content advisories: strong language.

How many seasons does Throwing Stones: Cops Against the Government have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 8 episodes.

When did Throwing Stones: Cops Against the Government air?

It ran from 2017 to 2017 and has ended.

What language is Throwing Stones: Cops Against the Government in?

Japanese

It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.