A Detective Story
2003, English. Directed by Shinichiro Watanabe.
A private detective is hired to find the elusive computer hacker "Trinity." Part of the Animatrix collection of animated shorts in the Matrix universe.
- Runtime
- 0h 10m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Details
- Released
- 4 April 2003
- Country
- Japan
- Written by
- Shinichiro Watanabe, Manjiro Oshio
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A Detective Story: quick answers
What should I watch before A Detective Story?
Watch The Second Renaissance Part I (2003) and Final Flight of the Osiris (2003) first.
What comes after A Detective Story?
Next in the series: The Second Renaissance Part II (2003), Beyond (2003), and Kid's Story (2003).
Is A Detective Story worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.2/10 from 162 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is A Detective Story?
A Detective Story runs 10 minutes (0h 10m).
Does A Detective Story have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for A Detective Story. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
A Detective Story parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
A Detective Story is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is A Detective Story on?
A Detective Story isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 4 April 2003. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like A Detective Story?
If you liked A Detective Story, try Program, Renaissance, Kid's Story.
Who directed A Detective Story?
A Detective Story (2003) was directed by Shinichiro Watanabe and stars James Arnold Taylor, Carrie-Anne Moss, Terrence 'T.C.' Carson.