Mystery (778)

Whether its solving a crime or finding an explanation for a puzzling circumstance, the main cast willingly or reluctantly become investigators who must work to answer the who, what, why, and/or how of the current dilemma. The narrative of mystery stories is always on collecting evidence, identifying suspects, and theorizing possible scenarios for the unexplainable, before finally capturing the perpetrator or resolving the current situation. Almost always, the audience has the same information as the main characters and anticipation is directed towards discovering the explanation, not what will transpire after the answer is found. Contrast with Suspense or Horror where often the audience has more information than the cast, which heightens the tension or fear of what will happen next.

Gasshin Sentai Mechander Robo

Gasshin Sentai Mechander Robo

Gasshin Sentai Mechander Robo

Mar 3, 1977 to Dec 29, 1977 | 35 eps | Publishing

Saishuu Shiken Kujira

Saishuu Shiken Kujira

Saishuu Shiken Kujira

Like snow falling in summer, like a cicada lamenting the coming of winter... In a town watched over by a whale in the sky... the extraordinary is made ordinary. Spectacles that could never be given form are instead given flesh and soul. And in their midst, the story of a miracle that comes to pass in this town of miracles incarnate... For Kuonji, this newly-discovered vision is a thing of wonder and fright – a sentiment not shared by his peers. Under its watchful gaze, Kuonji chats with and hangs out with his somewhat unusual friends. Whether it's with Nina and her striped panties, cat-loving Sacchan, the strange alien Allen or a variety of other busty, skimpily-dressed babes, Kuonji finds himself in the middle of ecchi situations galore! Welcome to the world of Final Examination Kujira.

(Source: BakaBT)

Based on a game by Circus.
Aug 25, 2007 to Nov 10, 2007 | 12 eps | Publishing

Majin Tantei Nougami Neuro

Majin Tantei Nougami Neuro

Majin Tantei Nougami Neuro

Yako Katsuragi is an acclaimed high school detective, who, despite her young age, has solved many cases. In fact, there seems to be no case that she can't solve, or any culprit that escapes justice. But within the walls of her detective agency lies the secret to her prolific crime-solving skills: the cases are actually solved by her assistant, Neuro Nougami.

However, to call Neuro an ordinary man would be incorrect. In reality, he is a demon, who came to the human world in search of the ultimate mystery, having already solved every mystery in the demon world. With Yako as his proxy, he feasts on the negative energy released by humans when they commit crimes. Thus, he promises to help Yako solve the mystery of her father's death. But to do so, he must avoid drawing too much attention to himself, which is why Yako plays the role of the detective.
Majin Tantei Nougami Neuro follows this unlikely duo as they solve case after case to satisfy Neuro's ravenous appetite and Yako's desperate search for the truth of her father's death.

Oct 3, 2007 to Mar 26, 2008 | 25 eps | Publishing

Lupin III: Kiri no Elusive

Lupin III: Kiri no Elusive

Lupin III: Kiri no Elusive

On the ocean floor, Lupin is once again seeking a treasure hoping to get on Fujiko's good side. As Zenigata chases them on sea and land, people around the gang begin to vanish mysteriously. The fog rolls in and Mamo Kyosuke appears in a burst of light; he claims to be from the future and seeks revenge on Lupin III for what Lupin XIII has done to him. Mamo hurls Lupin, Jigen, Goemon, and Zenigata 500 years into the past; as two warring factions fight over a legendary shrine dedicated to time travel, Lupin must find a way to survive the past to ensure his future.

(Source: Lupin III Encyclopedia)

This movie is a remake of episode 13 in the original Lupin III series.
Jul 27, 2007 | 1 eps | Publishing

xxxHOLiC: Kei

xxxHOLiC: Kei

xxxHOLiC: Kei

Kimihiro Watanuki's life was never really normal. But in addition to his ability to see spirits, this sequel to xxxHOLiC finds him still slaving away for Yuuko, the bizarre owner of a strange shop, who promised to rid him of this ability. However, this otherworldly woman can only do so when he has worked enough to earn his wish. Such is the way for anyone who finds their way into the shop to have their request granted: a compensation equal to their wish must be paid.

In this odd shop that straddles the world of the living and the dead, Watanuki finds himself doing household chores for the seemingly lazy Yuuko and her companions, while also helping out clients. Along with his classmates, supposed romantic rival Shizuka Doumeki and his crush Himawari Kunogi, Watanuki deals with the many misfortunes surrounding Yuuko's customers, as well as those that closely follow him and his friends.

Apr 4, 2008 to Jun 27, 2008 | 13 eps | Publishing

Mozu no Nie

Mozu no Nie

Mozu no Nie

May 30, 2003 | 1 eps | Publishing

Montana Jones

Montana Jones

Montana Jones

Apr 2, 1994 to Apr 8, 1995 | 52 eps | Publishing

Gloria: Kindan no Ketsuzoku

Gloria: Kindan no Ketsuzoku

Gloria: Kindan no Ketsuzoku

Nov 28, 1997 to Apr 24, 1998 | 3 eps | Publishing

Joou Heika no Petite Angie

Joou Heika no Petite Angie

Joou Heika no Petite Angie

Dec 13, 1977 to Jun 27, 1978 | 26 eps | Publishing

Vampire Knight

Vampire Knight

Vampire Knight

The cheerful Yuuki Cross and the gruff Zero Kiryuu are members of the disciplinary committee at Cross Academy, which houses two very distinct classes: the Day Class and the Night Class. Their job consists of upholding order between the classes when they switch out. While that may not seem like an especially difficult task, the Day Class is unaware of the truth behind the Night Class—their utterly gorgeous students are vampires.

Ten years ago, Yuuki was saved from a vampire attack by Kaname Kuran, a Pureblood vampire. Now, Kaname is the leader of the Night Class, and Yuuki's disciplinary committee position allows her to see him again, making her feelings for him grow complicated. Meanwhile, Zero bears a white-hot hatred of all vampires and believes they can never live in harmony with humans. But a secret from Zero's past soon threatens the fragile peace of all at the academy, and things may never be the same again.

Apr 8, 2008 to Jul 1, 2008 | 13 eps | Publishing

Switch

Switch

Switch

Two newbies at the Narcotic Control Department in Japan, Haru and Kai, struggle against: drug dealers, gangs, murderers, psychopaths, mysterious organizations, and mad people in general. The gentle and caring one of the group, Kai, who has problems of his own, has the tendency of turning into a lethal killing machine in certain scenarios. The way he acts changes like that of a "switch". As the two do their job, answers of what is behind Kai's strange behavior and who exactly he is, is revealed.
(Source: ANN)
Oct 24, 2008 to Feb 25, 2009 | 2 eps | Publishing

Yakushiji Ryouko no Kaiki Jikenbo

Yakushiji Ryouko no Kaiki Jikenbo

Yakushiji Ryouko no Kaiki Jikenbo

Based on a series of light novels written by Tanaka Yoshiki and illustrated by Kakinouchi Narumi.

The story revolves around Ryouko Yakushiji, a 27-year-old multilingual investigator that graduated from Tokyo University's elite Department of Law, and the bizarre cases she faces while working for the Tokyo Metropolitan Police. Yakushiji not only has to deal with supernatural beings in her line of work, but also her rival Yukiko Muromachi, another equally talented and beautiful police investigator.

(Source: AniDB)
Jul 6, 2008 to Sep 28, 2008 | 13 eps | Publishing

Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Rei

Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Rei

Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Rei

The infamous series of unexplainable murders in Hinamizawa have been solved and the chains of fate have broken due to the efforts of Rika Furude and her friends. Rika believes she has finally obtained the normal and peaceful life she desired with her friends; however, she is proven wrong when the wheels of fate begin turning once again after an unfortunate accident.

Rika suddenly finds herself in a "perfect" world, the constant cycle of brutal killings having never taken place, where all of her friends are content and satisfied. Not wanting to abandon the world that she fought so hard for, she learns she must destroy an essential "key" to get back. But can Rika abandon the faultless world she is given the chance to live in, after all of her battles have brought her this far?

Feb 25, 2009 to Aug 21, 2009 | 5 eps | Publishing

Nijuu Mensou no Musume

Nijuu Mensou no Musume

Nijuu Mensou no Musume

Chiko is the daughter of the wealthy Mikamo family who has to live with her aunt and uncle after her parents passed away. Because her aunt wants to inherit the Mikamo family's wealth, she gives Chiko poisoned food. One day, however, she's kidnapped by the Nijuu Mensou (20 Faces) and decides to join his clan.
(Source: ZOMG)
Apr 13, 2008 to Sep 28, 2008 | 22 eps | Publishing

Kaiba

Kaiba

Kaiba

Apr 11, 2008 to Jul 25, 2008 | 12 eps | Publishing

Jigoku Shoujo Mitsuganae

Jigoku Shoujo Mitsuganae

Jigoku Shoujo Mitsuganae

Following the events of Jigoku Shoujo Futakomori, Ai Enma, the Hell Girl, has disappeared. Her former companions decide to lead normal lives, until their absent mistress returns to them with a new companion, and in a way that none of them anticipated.

Yuzuki Mikage is a normal schoolgirl who soon comes to understand the Hell Girl on an intimate level. During a dream-like trance in the bathtub, Ai kisses Yuzuki and possesses her. So when Yuzuki's friend decides to type in the name of their teacher in the Hell Correspondence website, Ai makes use of Yuzuki's body to accomplish her own task of ferrying the teacher's soul to hell. Yuzuki is disturbed by her new circumstances and wonders why she was chosen to continue Ai's work. Unfortunately for her, the Hell Girl and her assistants resume operation of Hell Correspondence, and she is dragged along for the ride towards hell itself.

Oct 4, 2008 to Apr 4, 2009 | 26 eps | Publishing

Murder

Murder

Murder

1964 | 1 eps | Publishing

Yuukan Club

Yuukan Club

Yuukan Club

St. President school is one of the most wealthy schools around. Everybody in that school respects the Yukan club, the most popular and richest group in the school. This includes Shouchikubai Miroku, Kenbishi Yuuri, Kikumasamune Seishirou, Hakushika Noriko and Kizakura Karen. They go through dangerous adventures to save their school, and of course, just to kill their spare time.
Jul 25, 1991 to Dec 14, 1991 | 2 eps | Publishing

Kara no Kyoukai Movie 2: Satsujin Kousatsu (Zen)

Kara no Kyoukai Movie 2: Satsujin Kousatsu (Zen)

Kara no Kyoukai Movie 2: Satsujin Kousatsu (Zen)

In the winter of 1995, Mikiya Kokutou passes a young woman during a late night stroll in the snow. Clad in a striking white kimono and bearing an enigmatic gaze, Shiki Ryougi smiles at Mikiya who stares back with curiosity. Later that spring, Mikiya notices Shiki at his high school entrance ceremony, and they become acquaintances through lunchtime conversations. As Shiki begins opening up to him, Mikiya learns about her unique upbringing.

Meanwhile, a series of unprecedented murders takes place across Mifune City. Seemingly related, these murders are particularly brutal and warrant a large scale police investigation. Because of his cousin's work as a police investigator, Mikiya is given insight into the investigation. Concerned for Shiki's safety, Mikiya decides to monitor her actions, but in doing so, he stumbles upon a truly frightening discovery that changes his life forever.

Dec 29, 2007 | 1 eps | Publishing

Kara no Kyoukai Movie 3: Tsuukaku Zanryuu

Kara no Kyoukai Movie 3: Tsuukaku Zanryuu

Kara no Kyoukai Movie 3: Tsuukaku Zanryuu

On a solemn night in July 1998, teenager Fujino Asagami is mercilessly raped by a street gang in a dilapidated bar. No matter what physical or sexual abuse they deal, however, the girl regards her captors with the same apathetic expression. The next day, mangled bodies are discovered in that same building, so torn apart that investigators find it infeasible to even consider the culprit human.

Elsewhere, a client request reaches Touko Aozaki's detective agency, tasking Shiki Ryougi with either capturing or killing the perpetrator of last night's incident. But soon, word spreads that a single survivor escaped the slaughter, and now the murderer is plowing down everything in their path to locate and exterminate him. A brutal race against time begins, pitting Shiki against a dangerous foe imperceptible even to her legendary eyes.

Feb 9, 2008 | 1 eps | Publishing

Gekkou no Pierce: Yumemi to Gin no Bara no Kishidan

Gekkou no Pierce: Yumemi to Gin no Bara no Kishidan

Gekkou no Pierce: Yumemi to Gin no Bara no Kishidan

Dec 14, 1991 | 1 eps | Publishing

Dream Hunter Rem

Dream Hunter Rem

Dream Hunter Rem

Dec 15, 1985 to Feb 25, 1987 | 4 eps | Publishing

Mokke Specials

Mokke Specials

Mokke Specials

Mokke Special Episodes:
1. Toorikaze (Passing Wind)
2. Mitsua Shigaeru
Jan 25, 2008 to May 23, 2008 | 2 eps | Publishing

Kara no Kyoukai Movie 4: Garan no Dou

Kara no Kyoukai Movie 4: Garan no Dou

Kara no Kyoukai Movie 4: Garan no Dou

Following the events of Satsujin Kousatsu (Zen), Shiki Ryougi has been in a coma for two years due to a traffic accident. When she finally awakens, she has no memories of her past and is plagued by a profound loneliness. Even stranger, she notices dark lines encompassing the things around her, and if she touches them she can disassemble the object—something which completely terrifies her. Her friend, Mikiya Kokutou, enlists the help of Touko Aozaki, a mage who can help Shiki understand what her eyes—the "Mystic Eyes of Death Perception"—are truly capable of and how to use them properly.

May 24, 2008 | 1 eps | Publishing