The Ghost Detective

2018·Show
32Episodes in1Season
64
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.8Metacritic––Rotten Tomatoes––

Where to watch

Rakuten VikiOnDemandKoreaKocowa

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The Ghost Detective fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Nerve-racking and scary

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension9
  • Scare7
  • Fast Pace7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Pathos6
  • Melancholy6
  • Catharsis5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Dark Humor3
  • Situational Comedy0

World

Mystery, the mind, and fantasy

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Novelty7
  • Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Standout characters

  • Intrigue9
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Standout sound design

  • Sound Centrality8
  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7

Who it's for

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About

Da Il, a ghost detective, meets a mysterious woman named Woo Hye and gets drawn into a strange case.
Supernatural MysteryTense ThrillerGhostly EncountersPsychological DramaDark AtmosphereIntriguing PlotCharacter-DrivenUnsettlingKorean Drama

Crew

Directed by:
Lee Jae-hoon
Written by:
Han Ji-wan

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Ghost Detective

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Where can I stream The Ghost Detective legally?

Rakuten VikiOnDemandKoreaKocowa

The Ghost Detective is included with a subscription to Rakuten Viki, OnDemandKorea, and Kocowa in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on OnDemandKorea. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Ghost Detective worth watching?

64
DecentGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65/100 (IMDb 6.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Ghost Detective rated?

ViolenceDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does The Ghost Detective have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 32 episodes.

When did The Ghost Detective air?

It ran from 2018 to 2018 and has ended.

What language is The Ghost Detective in?

Korean

It was made in Korean. Produced in South Korea.

In how many countries can I watch The Ghost Detective?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Ghost Detective in 42 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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