The Detective Is Already Dead English Sub & Dub

About The Detective Is Already Dead

Meet The Detective Is Already Dead (探偵はもう、死んでいる。), a comedy, drama and mystery anime by ENGI (2021). Here is the premise in a nutshell. What the story covers: Thwarting a hijacking with the beautiful, silver-haired detective, Siesta, transforms Kimihiko’s young life. Their success kicks off years of crime-solving and confronting syndicates around the realm—until Siesta dies.

Beyond that: Left with questions, Kimihiko moves on. Now, a new case may open healed wounds as it connects to an assassin, a world conspiracy, and his dead partner! (Source: Funimation) Note: The first episode aired with a runtime of ~46 minutes as opposed to the standard 24 minute long episode.

With comedy at the core, timing, character chemistry and running gags decide whether it lands. Voice work is led by Shin Nagai as Kimihiko Kimizuka and Saki Miyashita as Siesta. It will appeal most to viewers who want something light between heavier series. The run is 12 episodes in total, so you know what you are signing up for.

Production & Appeal

Animation is handled by ENGI, so the studio's house style defines how The Detective Is Already Dead looks and moves on screen. The comedy focus matters here: timing, character chemistry and running gags decide whether it lands. With a 6.1/10 score, it is more of a niche pick than a universal crowd-pleaser. Voice casting, including Shin Nagai as Kimihiko Kimizuka, adds to the appeal for fans who follow seiyuu. Released in 2021, it competed with that season's other new series for attention.