The Private Detective Mike

The Private Detective Mike

2002 · 1 season · 12 eps · ★ 8.5 · Crime

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Mike Hama, Private Detective, is a chain-smoking, wisecracking tough guy with a weakness for the ladies and a soft spot in his heart, especially for his kid sister Akane. Mike's so down on his luck he'll take any case, from finding a lost pet to spying on cheating spouses. But every now and then, along comes a client with dubious and dangerous case… and that's when Mike shows his stuff.

Created by Kaizo Hayashi

Networks: Nippon TV, YTV

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