Production I.G, the studio behind acclaimed works like Ghost in the Shell, brings a gritty, neon-soaked twist to Arthur Conan Doyle’s classic detective in Case File nº221: Kabukicho. The series transplants Sherlock Holmes and John H. Watson into the chaotic, rain-slicked streets of Shinjuku’s Kabukicho district, where they navigate a underworld of eccentric detectives and surreal crimes. The entire 24-episode run is now available to stream with both English dubs and subtitles on Hulu and Crunchyroll.
Unlike traditional adaptations, the show leans heavily into its unique setting, blending procedural mystery with offbeat humor and an adult cast. It functions as a character-driven drama that balances episodic investigations with the overarching mystery of the 'Jack the Ripper' serial killer. For those looking for a complete, self-contained story that avoids the typical high school tropes, this series offers a stylized, urban take on the legendary duo.
