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Maternity Leave Detective

Show Info

  • Status: Ended
  • First Aired: April 18, 2023
  • Seasons: 1
  • Episodes: 10
  • Networks: NHK G, NHK BS Premium
  • Genres: Drama, Mystery

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Maternity Leave Detective(2023)

TMDB Rating: 7.0 (1 votes)

Overview

Akizuki Haruto, a police detective on childcare leave, finds himself solving cases using the hints he notices while raising his infant son, Ren, in this light mystery. Along with his wife Saki, Haruto is navigating the challenges of parenthood when he is unexpectedly taken hostage during a robbery. Despite the tense situation, Haruto uses his keen observation skills to gather clues and secretly calls his own police division for assistance. However, as he deals with the unfolding events, he must also attend to Ren's needs, including diaper changes and feeding times, adding a unique twist to his crime-solving endeavors.

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Season 1

10 episodes • 2023

#EpisodeAir DateRating
1Episode 1Apr 18, 20230.0
2Episode 2Apr 25, 20230.0
3Episode 3May 2, 20230.0
4Episode 4May 9, 20230.0
5Episode 5May 16, 20230.0
6Episode 6May 23, 20230.0
7Episode 7May 30, 20230.0
8Episode 8Jun 6, 20230.0
9Episode 9Jun 13, 20230.0
10Episode 10Jun 20, 20230.0

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