MPD Psycho

MPD Psycho (2000)

EndedScripted showDrama, Crime, Thriller

Yosuke Kobayashi, a detective assigned on a homicide unit, saw his wife killed by a serial killer, Shinji Nishizono. From a shock he suffered MPD (multiple personality disorder) and became Kazuhiko Amamiya. Soon after he managed to hunt down and killed the murderer of his wife, new series of murders have occurred and the suspects claimed to be Shinji Nishizono himself. Is it really him? Or a copycat? And who is Kazuhiko Amamiya?

From director Takashi Miike, the TV miniseries adaptation of the hit manga MPD Psycho (Tajuu Jinkaku Tantei Saiko) by Eiji Otsuka & Sho-U Tajima.

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ScheduleMonday - Sunday (daily) at 23:00 (55 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E06Soaring Souls and Human BondageMay 7, 2000
S01E05Coronation of the Cursed KingMay 6, 2000
S01E04The Crushed AntMay 5, 2000
S01E03Life is a Constant Double HelixMay 4, 2000
S01E02How to Create a WorldMay 3, 2000
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did MPD Psycho premiere?

MPD Psycho premiered on October 14, 2000.

Who directed MPD Psycho?

Takashi Miike directed MPD Psycho.

How many episodes are there in the first season of MPD Psycho?

There are six episodes in the first season of MPD Psycho.

What is the genre of MPD Psycho?

MPD Psycho is a psychological horror and mystery television series.

Who wrote the manga on which MPD Psycho is based?

Eiji Otsuka wrote the manga on which MPD Psycho is based.

In which country was MPD Psycho produced?

MPD Psycho was produced in Japan.

What is the full name of the main character in MPD Psycho?

The full name of the main character in MPD Psycho is Kazuhiko Amamiya.

What is the meaning of MPD in MPD Psycho?

The meaning of MPD in MPD Psycho is Multiple Personality Detective.

What is the name of the detective agency in MPD Psycho?

The name of the detective agency in MPD Psycho is The Awakusu-Kai.

What is the main plotline of MPD Psycho?

The main plotline of MPD Psycho revolves around multiple personality disorder and a detective investigates a serial killer case.

What is the age rating of MPD Psycho?

MPD Psycho is rated as TV-MA (mature audience).

Who played the main character in MPD Psycho?

Naoki Hosaka played the main character in MPD Psycho.

Was MPD Psycho based on a true story?

No, MPD Psycho was not based on a true story.

What is the running time of each episode of MPD Psycho?

The running time of each episode of MPD Psycho is approximately 45 minutes.

Also known as

  • Multiple Personality Detective Psycho - Kazuhiko Amamiya Returns
  • Tajuu jinkaku tantei saiko - Amamiya Kazuhiko no kikan (Japan)
  • 多重人格探偵サイコ (Japan)

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