Furuhata Ninzaburō is a Japanese television series that ran periodically on Fuji Television from 1994 until its final episodes in 2006. It was written by Japanese playwright Kōki Mitani and is often referred to as the Japanese version of Columbo. The series is a police detective drama starring actor Masakazu Tamura as Furuhata Ninzaburo and Masahiko Nishimura as his stereotypically bumbling sidekick, Shintaro Imaizumi. The program aired weekly and featured a guest villain each time, usually a famous talent in Japan. Pop-stars like SMAP, television hosts like Sanma Akashiya and even sports figures like Ichiro Suzuki have been featured on this program. It was one of the most popular television dramas in the history of Japanese television, having spawned several seasons and TV specials.
Created by: Koki MitaniCast: Masakazu Tamura, Masahiko Nishimura, Takashi Kobayashi
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Seasons: 4 · Episodes: 36 · Ended
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Furuhata Ninzaburo: frequently asked questions
How many episodes does Furuhata Ninzaburo have?
Furuhata Ninzaburo has 36 episodes across 4 seasons. The final episode aired on January 5, 2006.
When was Furuhata Ninzaburo released?
Furuhata Ninzaburo premiered on April 13, 1994.
Who is in the cast of Furuhata Ninzaburo?
The main cast includes Masakazu Tamura (古畑任三郎), Masahiko Nishimura (今泉慎太郎), Takashi Kobayashi (向島音吉), and Masanori Ishii (西園寺守).
Who created Furuhata Ninzaburo?
Furuhata Ninzaburo was created by Koki Mitani.
How is Furuhata Ninzaburo rated?
Furuhata Ninzaburo has a rating of 8.8/10 on TMDB from 25 votes.
