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Unnatural is a Japanese police procedural and forensic television drama that aired on TBS in 2018. Written by Akiko Nogi, the series centers on the fictional Unnatural Death Investigation laboratory based in Tokyo. The narrative follows a team of forensic pathologists who investigate unusual, violent, or suspicious fatalities to uncover the true causes of death. The show combines episodic medical mysteries with overarching character dramas, focusing on the scientific methods used in forensic pathology and the interpersonal lives of the laboratory staff.
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Unnatural ranks #2 of 43 in the Police Procedural ranking, behind The Killing (Danish), ahead of MIU404.
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What is the premise of the Japanese drama Unnatural?
Unnatural follows a team of dedicated forensic pathologists working at the fictional Unnatural Death Investigation laboratory in Tokyo. They investigate bizarre and suspicious deaths to uncover the truth behind complex medical mysteries.
Who wrote the television series Unnatural?
The series was written by acclaimed screenwriter Akiko Nogi. It aired on the Japanese television network TBS in 2018.
What genre does the Japanese show Unnatural belong to?
The show is a masterful blend of police procedural and medical forensic drama. Unlike typical detective shows, the mysteries are solved through autopsies and medical science conducted by the lab team.
Are there any spin-offs or related shows to Unnatural?
While a direct second season hasn't materialized, the series exists in an unofficial universe with other Akiko Nogi dramas. Nogi's later hit series "MIU404" features many thematic and cameo connections to the world of Unnatural.
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