Nightmare Detective
悪夢探偵
“You die in the dream, you die for real.”
Synopsis
When a number of suicide victims slash themselves in their sleep, detective Keiko Kirishima is called to investigate.
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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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"Nightmare Detective" - Trailer (English Subs)
Type: Trailer • Published 2007-11-14
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Fantasy Filmfest Nights
Festival / Special Debut
April 28, 2007
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Shinya Tsukamoto
- Screenplay & Story
- Shinya Tsukamoto, Hisakatsu Kuroki
- Original Score
- Chu Ishikawa
- Original Title
- 悪夢探偵
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Spoken Languages
- Japanese
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Production Studios
- Kaijyu Theater, Movie-Eye Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Shinya Tsukamoto
Shinya Tsukamoto, Hisakatsu Kuroki
Chu Ishikawa
Shinya Tsukamoto, Takayuki Shida
Shinya Tsukamoto
Shinya Tsukamoto, Takuji Ushiyama, Yumiko Takebe
Department Leadership Roster
Shinya Tsukamoto
Director
Shinya Tsukamoto
Writer
Chu Ishikawa
Original Music Composer
Shinya Tsukamoto
Director of Photography
Takayuki Shida
Director of Photography
Hisakatsu Kuroki
Writer
Shinya Tsukamoto
Editor
Shinya Tsukamoto
Producer
Yumiko Takebe
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Nightmare Detective
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Nightmare Detective about?
When a number of suicide victims slash themselves in their sleep, detective Keiko Kirishima is called to investigate.
Who directed Nightmare Detective?
Nightmare Detective was directed by Shinya Tsukamoto.
Who stars in Nightmare Detective?
The principal cast of Nightmare Detective includes Ryuhei Matsuda, Hitomi, Masanobu Ando, Yoshio Harada, Shinya Tsukamoto.
When was Nightmare Detective released and how long is it?
Nightmare Detective was released in 2007 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.
Who composed the musical score for Nightmare Detective?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Nightmare Detective was composed by Chu Ishikawa.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Nightmare Detective?
Nightmare Detective holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.).