Perfect Blue (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Series · ★ 6.5
Released in 2012, Perfect Blue is a crime series.
What it’s about. Hasumi Kayoko, the rookie investigator at the all-female Hasumi Detective Agency, always observes people and cases in a level-headed manner. She detests lies and secrets, and has a strong sense of justice. Her late father worked at the city news desk of a newspaper, but committed suicide 7 years ago. However, the truth lies in darkness and Kayoko's mother, Kyoko, the agency's director, has been secretly pursuing the facts. An incident becomes the catalyst that entwines Kayoko and the people around her, and she closes in on the truth behind her father's death.
Who’s in it. Perfect Blue stars Miori Takimoto as Kayoko Hasumi, Aya Hirayama as Nana Kimizuka, Kensei Mikami as Shunichi Miyamoto and Kumiko Shiratori as Momoko Nagashima, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Perfect Blue 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 Perfect Blue page.
If you liked it. Fans of Perfect Blue tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Lucifer and Riverdale.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Perfect Blue (2012)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Perfect Blue change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Perfect Blue worth watching?
- Perfect Blue holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Perfect Blue?
- Perfect Blue stars Miori Takimoto, Aya Hirayama, Kensei Mikami, Kumiko Shiratori and Naomi Zaizen.
- When was Perfect Blue released?
- Perfect Blue was released in 2012.