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The Good Detective

2020·Show
32Episodes in2Seasons·TV-MA
IMDb7.6
Episode ratings

Where to watch

NetflixThe RokuRakuten VikiTubi TV

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The Good Detective fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense

  • Tension8
  • Adrenaline6
  • Violence6

Heart

Cathartic

  • Catharsis7
  • Pathos6
  • Hopefulness6

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Dark Humor3
  • Situational Comedy2

World

Crime, everyday modern life, and mystery

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances, storytelling, and characters

  • Acting8
  • Narrative Structure8
  • Character Depth8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyThought-Provoking

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Episode ratings

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About

A drama about the race between people who want to get closer to the truth and those who want to cover it up. Jang Seung Jo will take on the role of Oh Ji Hyuk, an elite detective of nine years who does not share his feelings with others due to pain he experienced when he was young. He is not swayed by money and power, even with the huge wealth he inherited from his uncle.
Korean Police ProceduralCrime ThrillerCorruption UnveilingDetective DramaPursuit of JusticeCharacter-Driven MysteryMoral DilemmasTense InvestigationEmotional Storytelling

Crew

Directed by:
Cho Nam-guk
Written by:
Choi Jin-won

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Good Detective

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Where can I stream The Good Detective legally?

NetflixThe RokuRakuten VikiTubi TV

The Good Detective is included with a subscription to Netflix and Rakuten Viki in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Rakuten Viki and Tubi TV. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Good Detective worth watching?

74
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 74/100 (IMDb 7.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Good Detective rated?

TV-MAViolenceStrong language

It's rated TV-MA in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How many seasons does The Good Detective have?

2 seasons

It has 2 seasons with 32 episodes of about 65 minutes each.

When did The Good Detective air?

It ran from 2020 to 2022 and has ended.

What language is The Good Detective in?

Korean

It was made in Korean. Produced in South Korea.

In how many countries can I watch The Good Detective?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Good Detective in 118 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Good Detective use?

Food SlapDramatic Gun CockJack the RipoffSequel Non-EntityNo Romantic ResolutionSecretly WealthyBy the HairPunctuated! For! Emphasis!Justice by Other Legal MeansBuddy Cop ShowHidden in Plain SightPost-Stress Overeatingand 46 more

TV Tropes lists 58 storytelling tropes for The Good Detective, including Food Slap, Dramatic Gun Cock, Jack the Ripoff.