The Accidental Detective
2015, Korean. Directed by Kim Joung-hoon.
Daddy won't be home for dinner tonight.
A cold-case enthusiast blogger and a washed-up veteran detective team up for a joint investigation to rescue their innocent friend who is framed for murder.
- Runtime
- 2h 0m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Korean
- Rated
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.9/10 from 58 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Kim Joung-hoonDirector
- Kwon Sang-wooKang Dae-man
- Sung Dong-ilNoh Tae-soo
- Lee Seung-joonKim Yong-gyu
- Park Hae-joonJoon-soo
- Seo Young-heeMi-ok
- Yoon Kyung-hoDetective Ma
- Jo Bok-raeLee You-no
- Lee Hae-youngTeam Leader Seo
- Ji Dae-hanJang-ho
- Choi Seong-wonDetective Jo Young-chu
- Park Seong-ilDetective Song
- Lee Eon-jeongHan Seo-young
Details
- Released
- 24 September 2015
- Original title
- 탐정: 더 비기닝
- Country
- South Korea
- Written by
- Kim Joung-hoon, Lee Jeong-ho
- Box office
- $18M
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The Accidental Detective: quick answers
What comes after The Accidental Detective?
Next in the series: The Accidental Detective 2: In Action (2018).
Is The Accidental Detective worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 58 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Accidental Detective?
The Accidental Detective runs 120 minutes (2h 0m).
Does The Accidental Detective have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Accidental Detective. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Accidental Detective parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Accidental Detective yet.
Which OTT platform is The Accidental Detective on?
The Accidental Detective isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Accidental Detective?
If you liked The Accidental Detective, try Turner & Hooch, LaRoy, Texas, The Cheap Detective.
Who directed The Accidental Detective?
The Accidental Detective (2015) was directed by Kim Joung-hoon and stars Kwon Sang-woo, Sung Dong-il, Lee Seung-joon.