Ameku M.D.: Doctor Detective — Season 1
The series takes place at Ten’ikai General Hospital, specifically in its “Supervisory Department of Diagnostic Pathology” (or the general diagnostics / investigative pathology division). This departme
About this season
The series takes place at Ten’ikai General Hospital, specifically in its “Supervisory Department of Diagnostic Pathology” (or the general diagnostics / investigative pathology division). This department handles the kinds of cases other hospital departments can’t figure out — mysterious illnesses, strange deaths, and sometimes cases that border on crime or the supernatural. The central figure is Takao Ameku – a brilliant, highly‑unconventional doctor whose diagnostic ability rivals that of a detective. She’s supported by her colleague Yu Takanashi, among others, as they tackle medical mysteries that go beyond typical hospital fare.
Episodes (12)
1. Dr. Sherlock
9.0Aired 2 January 2025 • 25 min
Ameku Takao is a genius doctor with a knack for solving all kinds of difficult cases. When a man with blue blood is brought to Tenikai General Hospital—where Takao is the vice-director—after having his leg bitten off by a large beast, she starts investigating the intriguing case with the aid of her colleague, Takanashi.
2. Blue Blood Cells and Dragon Fangs
8.3Aired 2 January 2025 • 24 min
Takao comes to the conclusion that the "large beast" responsible for severing the man's leg was, in fact, a Tyrannosaurus Rex. Following this shocking deduction, the case rapidly develops, and she and her crew head to the place where they hope to get answers to the remaining mystery of the victim's blue blood.
3. Into the Spell of Shimmering Light
8.0Aired 9 January 2025 • 24 min
"Do you believe a video can be cursed?" A girl walks in front of a train after watching a particular video and is subsequently admitted to a psych ward. Takao is the only one who believes her twin sister when she says it wasn't a suicide attempt but the result of watching a cursed video, and the genius doctor sets about investigating.
4. Spontaneous Human Combustion
9.0Aired 23 January 2025 • 24 min
"All who desecrate my grave shall be cursed to die." A university research team examining a grave reportedly linked to renowned onmyoji, Ashiya Doman, have started complaining about not feeling well, one after another. Takao is asked to investigate, but the case takes an unexpected turn.
5. Crimson Curse of the Sorcerer
7.0Aired 30 January 2025 • 24 min
Takao's diagnosis seems to solve Enzo's Curse. However, due to a mysterious death by fire, the investigation is right back at square one.
6. Fierce Blazing Finale
7.0Aired 6 February 2025 • 24 min
Despite another occurrence of the mysterious spontaneous human combustion phenomenon, the suspect arrested denies any involvement in either case.
7. Prescribed Poison
8.0Aired 20 February 2025 • 24 min
Takao gets sued for malpractice! The hospital director uses the lawsuit to push for the disbandment of the Department of Investigative Pathology.
8. The Night When the Angels Danced (1)
7.0Aired 27 February 2025 • 24 min
Several hospital staff report an angel in one room, and a pediatrician asks Takao for help with three children.
9. The Night When the Angels Danced (2)
9.0Aired 6 March 2025 • 24 min
Takao reveals the true identity of the "angel."
10. Drowning in a Dry Room (1)
8.0Aired 20 March 2025 • 24 min
Dr. Takanashi is ordered to return to the university hospital.
11. Drowning in a Dry Room (2)
7.0Aired 27 March 2025 • 24 min
Takao tries to clear Seiji's name before he is arrested by the police.
12. Drowning in a Dry Room (3)
8.0Aired 3 April 2025 • 24 min
The mystery of the drowned man is revealed.