TV series
Maternity Leave Detective
2023, Japanese, on NHK G & NHK BS Premium.
Akizuki Haruto, a police detective on childcare leave, finds himself solving cases using the hints he notices while raising his infant son, Ren, in this light mystery. Along with his wife Saki, Haruto is navigating the challenges of parenthood when he is unexpectedly taken hostage during a robbery. Despite the tense situation, Haruto uses his keen observation skills to gather clues and secretly calls his own police division for assistance. However, as he deals with the unfolding events, he must also attend to Ren's needs, including diaper changes and feeding times, adding a unique twist to his crime-solving endeavors.
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 10
- Episode length
- 45 min
- Status
- Ended in 2023
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Latest episode
S1 E10: Episode 10
Aired 20 June 2023
Seasons 1
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Details
- First aired
- 18 April 2023
- Last aired
- 20 June 2023
- Network
- NHK G, NHK BS Premium
- Original title
- 育休刑事
- Language
- Japanese
- Country
- Japan
- Type
- Miniseries
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What Maternity Leave Detective is based on
Maternity Leave Detective is adapted from a novel.
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Maternity Leave Detective: quick answers
Is Maternity Leave Detective worth watching?
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How many seasons of Maternity Leave Detective are there?
Maternity Leave Detective has 1 season and 10 episodes, about 45 minutes each.
Is Maternity Leave Detective finished?
Yes. Maternity Leave Detective ended in 2023, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is Maternity Leave Detective on?
Maternity Leave Detective isn’t listed on any OTT platform in India yet. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
Maternity Leave Detective parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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What shows are like Maternity Leave Detective?
If you liked Maternity Leave Detective, try Sherlock & Daughter, Tell Me Lies, Defending Jacob.
What is Maternity Leave Detective based on?
Maternity Leave Detective is adapted from a novel.