Ryojin no Ono (2022)

Other name: 両刃の斧, りょうじんのおの, Ryoba no Ono, Double-edged Axe

Description:

The film opens with the devastating murder of Detective Shibasaki's daughter, found stabbed to death. As a respected veteran from the First Investigation Division, Shibasaki partners with his protégé and close family friend, junior detective Kawasumi Shigekatsu, in a relentless pursuit of justice. Despite their exhaustive efforts, the case remains agonizingly unsolved, casting a long shadow over their lives.

Fifteen years later, Shibasaki is retired, dedicating his days to caring for his seriously ill wife. A new specialized unit focused on reinvestigating cold cases is established, and Kawasumi joins its ranks. As his daughter's murder is reexamined, a man emerges as a prime suspect. Driven by an unyielding desire for the truth, Shibasaki embarks on his own independent investigation. A crucial phone call ignites a powerful urge for vengeance, setting him on a perilous course that ultimately leads him to face a serious charge.

Airs On: Nov 13, 2022

Producer: WOWOW

Director: Mori Yoshitaka [森義隆]

Country: Japanese

Status:Ongoing

Released: 2022

Genre:Detective; Drama; Investigation; Miniseries; Murder; Mystery; Revenge; Suspense; Thriller