The Millionaire Detective Balance: Unlimited
| Company type | Animation studio |
|---|---|
| Industry | Anime production |
| Headquarters | Japan |
Key people | Tomohiko Itō (director) |
| Products | Anime television series |
| Parent | Aniplex |
is a Japanese anime TV series created by CloverWorks, directed by Tomohiko Itō, and adapted from the novel The Millionaire Detective authored by Yasutaka Tsutsui.
The series debuted on April 9, 2020, airing on the Fuji TV Noitamina programming block. However, after the second episode, its broadcast was interrupted due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The show resumed airing from July 16 through September 24, 2020.
Plot
Daisuke Kambe, an affluent detective, is assigned to the Modern Crime Prevention Headquarters—a special unit within the Metropolitan Police Department reserved for officers who have caused internal issues. Partnered with Haru Katou, who disapproves of Daisuke’s tendency to use bribery, they confront intricate cases that demand cooperation despite their conflicting approaches.
Characters
- The affluent head of the Kambe family and a police detective who utilizes his wealth and cutting-edge technology to solve crimes, frequently resorting to bribery. A composed and capable fighter, he operates within the Modern Crimes Prevention Task Force alongside Haru Katou. Daisuke is aided by HEUSC, an AI butler that supports him with financial dealings and hacking tasks.
- A fervent yet quick-tempered detective serving on the same task force as Kambe. Previously part of Division 1, he was reassigned following a police scandal. He often disputes Kambe’s reliance on monetary influence in investigations.
- The relaxed senior officer overseeing the Modern Crimes Prevention Task Force and supervising both Kambe and Katou. He is known for his confidence in his team members and has a hobby of assembling plastic models.
- A seasoned detective and the eldest member of the task force. He commands respect for his extensive experience and empathetic interrogation techniques.
- A task force officer characterized by a casual attitude towards work, primarily driven by his desire to impress Motoyama from the Security Division.
- The only female detective on the task force, frequently managing administrative responsibilities and enjoying sweets.
- A gambling aficionado within the task force who favors horse racing and boat racing bets.
- Former head of Division 1 and Katou’s previous superior, recognized for his dependable leadership despite no longer directly supervising Katou.
- A serious detective from Division 1 with an implied troubled history partnering with Katou.
- A mechanical prodigy related to Daisuke Kambe who undertakes undercover assignments using her innocent demeanor. She resides in the family estate with Daisuke, forming an effective partnership despite occupational hazards.
- Daisuke’s AI butler communicating through an earpiece and sunglasses display. HEUSC efficiently fulfills commands and manipulates computer networks to assist in investigations.
Production and release
On January 20, 2020, Noitamina revealed plans for a new anime series helmed by director Tomohiko Itō and produced by CloverWorks. The project features series composition by Taku Kishimoto, character designs crafted by Keigo Sasaki, and a soundtrack composed by Yugo Kanno. The opening song, titled "Navigator," is performed by SixTones, while the ending theme "Welcome My Friend" is provided by Okamoto's. The initial two episodes aired on April 9 and April 16, 2020; however, the release schedule was interrupted due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Broadcasting resumed on July 16, 2020, with the series concluding on September 24, 2020.
Aniplex of America secured licensing rights for streaming outside Asia through platforms such as FunimationNow, AnimeLab, and Wakanim. Meanwhile, in Southeast and South Asia, Medialink manages distribution via the Ani-One YouTube channel and iQIYI.
Episodes
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External links
- Anime adaptations of novels
- Anime delayed by the COVID-19 pandemic
- Anime productions halted due to the COVID-19 pandemic
- Aniplex
- CloverWorks
- Comedy anime and manga
- Crunchyroll anime
- Detective anime and manga
- Medialink
- Mystery anime and manga
- Noitamina
- TV series adapted from Japanese novels
- TV shows based on works by Yasutaka Tsutsui