Massage Detective Joe (2017): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2017, Massage Detective Joe is a comedy and mystery series.

What it’s about. Joe Yabukihara starts working as a masseur with the encouragement of Madam Eco, the owner of a massage shop whom he happened to become acquainted with about a year ago. Recognising that he is gifted in massage, Eco makes Joe go to the homes of all kinds of customers, although it agonizes him because he dislikes people and has anxiety around strangers. One day, the wealthy husband of Joe's customer is murdered and Joe finds himself suspected by police detectives. At the suggestion of fellow masseur Aguri, Joe uses his massage techniques and powers of observation to solve the mystery and clear his name. This becomes the turning point in his life. After that, he keeps getting involved in strange murder cases at customers' homes and demonstrates his unexpected talent each time.

Who’s in it. Massage Detective Joe stars Yuichi Nakamaru as Yabukihara Jo / Joe, Masato Wada as Kato Torao / Taiga, Fuka Koshiba as Aguri Yoko and Papaya Suzuki.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Massage Detective Joe has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Massage Detective Joe page.

If you liked it. Fans of Massage Detective Joe tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, My Hero Academia, One Piece and The Umbrella Academy.