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A Tale of Two Truncheons

A Tale of Two Truncheons

1984•54m
Drama

Based on Kazuo Koike's extensive manga (over 110 volumes), this Edo-period drama follows an unlikely pair of law enforcement officers. One is a serious, skilled investigator, while the other is a witty, unconventional problem-solver, creating a dynamic partnership. The series also features the charmingly unorthodox detective Suruyoshi in a notable period drama debut. A memorable and catchy soundtrack complements the engaging stories brought to life by a large and talented cast.

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Production

Fuji Television Network, Toei Company

Language

JA

Status

Ended

First Aired

April 12, 1984

Last Aired

July 12, 1984

Networks

Fuji TV

Created By

Kazuo Koike

Where to Watch
Region US · Lang EN
US
No providers available for this region.
Seasons & Episodes
Select a season to view episodes. Reddit links may contain spoilers.
Season
E1
The Wolf an the Crane
Air date: 1984-04-12
E2
After the Dreadful Rain
Air date: 1984-04-19
E3
The Fierce Ogre Goddess
Air date: 1984-04-26
E4
The Rookie
Air date: 1984-05-10
E5
A Kind Man
Air date: 1984-05-17
E6
Spinster
Air date: 1984-05-24
E7
The Faceless Demon
Air date: 1984-05-31
E8
The Woman Who Fell in Love With the Rain Frog
Air date: 1984-06-07
E9
Episode 9
Air date: 1984-06-14
E10
Episode 10
Air date: 1984-06-21
E11
Episode 11
Air date: 1984-06-28
E12
Episode 12
Air date: 1984-07-05
E13
Episode 13
Air date: 1984-07-12

Cast

Tatsuo Nadaka

Tatsuo Nadaka

Goro Noguchi

Goro Noguchi

Kazuko Kato

Kazuko Kato

Ken Watanabe

Ken Watanabe

Shigeru Izumiya

Shigeru Izumiya

Kai Ato

Kai Ato

Junkichi Orimoto

Junkichi Orimoto

Kinnosuke Nakamura

Kinnosuke Nakamura

Eri Saitou

Eri Saitou

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