by Not all mysteries need to be dark and serious -some come with a side of chaos and comedy. From eccentric detectives to clueless partners, these anime series blend crime-solving with laugh-out-loud moments. If you love brainy twists and hilarious characters, here are the best detective comedy anime worth watching.
Comedy Meets Crime: Must-Watch Detective Anime with Hilarious Twists
1. The Millionaire Detective – Balance: UNLIMITED
- Daisuke Kanbe solves cases with obscene wealth and zero social tact.
- Think James Bond meets Inspector Gadget.
- Visual flair, dry humor, and wild luxury-based deductions.
A chaotic rich-boy detective and a hot-headed ex-cop solve crimes in style — with unlimited budget, outrageous comedy, and surprisingly wholesome bromance.
A flashy, over-the-top detective series that turns money into a superpower. The Millionaire Detective follows the chaotic partnership between Daisuke Kanbe – an ultra-rich, near-untouchable genius who solves crimes with sheer financial absurdity, and Haru Kato, a hot-headed former First Investigation Division officer who’s not amused by Daisuke’s tactics.
From buying entire traffic networks to shutting down the Rainbow Bridge just to catch a suspect, Daisuke’s wealth-based power plays are as hilarious as they are outrageous.
While the early episodes play like sci-fi comedy gag skits, the second half dives into darker family secrets and emotional growth. Despite the absurdity, it’s a surprisingly heartfelt buddy-cop story, with slick visuals, sharp humor, and a duo that grows on you with every case.
2. Ron Kamonohashi: Deranged Detective
- The genius but unhinged detective Ron teams up with a well-meaning but clueless cop.
- Sharp mysteries, wild expressions, and hilarious chemistry.
- A modern cult favorite already.
A chaotic genius and a rookie cop solve crimes with laughs, logic, and just a little lunacy – mystery fans, you’re in for a weirdly good time.
This eccentric mystery-comedy blends clever investigations with a delightfully unhinged detective at its center. Ron Kamonohashi is a disgraced genius whose bizarre methods and chaotic energy are both the show’s charm and its comic fuel.
Paired with the earnest but clueless cop Totomaru, their dynamic delivers solid laughs and surprising plot twists.
While the series respects its detective roots with intriguing cases, its offbeat humor sometimes undercuts narrative coherence, especially when major plot points get brushed off for gags.
Still, the cozy atmosphere, quirky characters, and mysterious setup hint at something bigger. It’s not flawless, but it’s fun, and by the end of Season 1, you’re left curious and ready for more.
For the fan of the series, Ron Kamonohashi: Deranged Detective, the hit mystery-comedy by Katekyou Hitman Reborn! Creator Akira Amano is officially coming to an end. The manga will conclude on July 6, 2025, closing the case on one of the most bizarre and beloved detective duos in recent years.
3. Bungo Stray Dogs
- Superpowered detectives based on real-life authors solve cases and battle villains.
- Dazai’s deadpan humor and team antics balance out the dark, action-heavy plot.
- A mix of noir mystery, literary references, and emotional character arcs, with chaos in between.
Bungo Stray Dogs is like if literary legends joined the Avengers – full of style, mystery, powers, and perfectly timed dark comedy.
Imagine if the Avengers were made up of eccentric literary icons with superpowers – that’s Bungo Stray Dogs in a nutshell. Set in a world where famous authors like Dazai, Akutagawa, and Dostoevsky are reimagined as gifted individuals with deadly abilities, the series follows the Armed Detective Agency as they solve mysteries, fight crime syndicates, and argue about snacks.
While the show features intense action and deep psychological drama, it also delivers plenty of absurd humor, especially from Dazai’s constant suicide jokes and deadpan antics.
The blend of supernatural mystery, stylish battles, and character-driven comedy makes it one of the most unique detective anime out there. Think literature meets chaos, with trench coats and emotional trauma.
4. Detective Conan (Case Closed)
- A classic. Murder cases solved by a high school genius trapped in a child’s body.
- Tons of goofy moments with clueless adults and eccentric villains.
- Long-running but legendary for a reason.
A never-ending parade of murders, gadgets, and goofy moments – Detective Conan is the classic mystery anime you’ll never finish but always enjoy.
If you’ve got way too much time on your hands and a love for classic whodunits, Detective Conan is the ultimate deep dive. With over 1,000 episodes (and counting), this iconic series follows teenage detective Shinichi Kudo — turned into a child — as he solves murder after murder under the alias Conan Edogawa.
While the core is serious mystery-solving, the show is packed with running gags, goofy side characters, and over-the-top deduction theatrics. It’s a never-ending mix of suspense and lighthearted fun, with plenty of dubbed episodes to binge if you’re not into subtitles. Just don’t expect it to wrap up anytime soon -Detective Conan might outlive us all.
5. Ghost Stories (English Dub)
- A normal ghost-hunting anime—until the English dub team was told to “do whatever you want.”
- What followed is a completely unhinged gag dub full of savage jokes, absurd ad-libs, and chaotic energy.
- Surprisingly, the mystery plot still survives beneath the madness, barely.
A ghost-hunting mystery hijacked by unhinged voice actors — Ghost Stories dub is so bad it’s iconic.
Not exactly a pure detective anime, but if you’re willing to go completely off the rails, Ghost Stories (specifically the English dub) is pure, unfiltered chaos. Originally a straightforward supernatural mystery anime, the dub team was famously given permission to rewrite the entire script, and they went absolutely feral. What came out is a mashup of Scooby-Doo, South Park, and a haunted middle school.
The absurd one-liners, pop culture roasts, and fourth-wall breaks are nonstop, but somehow, the original ghost-hunting plot still peeks through. It’s part horror mystery, part comedy experiment, and 100% cult classic. You’ll either love it or wonder what you just watched – maybe both.
6. Undead Murder Farce
- A headless immortal, a demon-slayer, and a crow solve supernatural mysteries across Europe.
- Gorgeous animation, weird pacing, and loads of classical detective fiction references.
- Wild, witty, and unlike anything else – it’s chaotic brilliance for mystery lovers.
A headless immortal and her eccentric crew solve supernatural mysteries in a dazzling mashup of classical fiction, chaos, and charm.
Less on the comedic thing, but a decapitated immortal woman, a demon-slaying ex-cage fighter, and a talking crow walk into 19th-century Europe – and somehow, it all works.
Undead Murder Farce is a genre-defying mystery anime that blends classical detective fiction with supernatural mayhem, featuring cameos from legends like Sherlock Holmes and Arsène Lupin.
The pacing can get uneven, and some cliffhangers feel odd, but the gorgeous animation, eccentric characters, and wild story more than make up for it. If you’re into literary mysteries, folklore, or just want something wildly different and clever, this show is a must-watch.
7. Kochikame
- A chaotic, mustached cop causes more problems than he solves – and it’s hilarious.
- More comedy than mystery, but technically still a detective on paper.
- A nostalgic classic with wild energy and iconic dubbed moments.
A detective in name but a disaster in practice — Kochikame delivers nonstop comedy with nostalgic charm and chaotic brilliance.
If you grew up watching anime dubbed in Hindi, Kochikame probably lives rent-free in your head. This long-running classic follows Ryo-san, a lazy, loud, and wildly unpredictable police officer who stumbles through crime-solving, get-rich-quick schemes, and absurd situations — all with nonstop comedy.
While the detective work is more of a backdrop, the laughs are front and center. Think Beelzebub, Saiki K., or Grand Blue levels of chaos, wrapped in 90s-style animation and pure nostalgic energy. And yes, the Hindi OP was legendary.
8. Tantei Gakuen Q
- A group of detective students solve dark, clever mysteries while competing at a detective academy.
- Less comedy-heavy, but the team’s personalities bring lightness to even the most intense cases.
- Underrated and tightly written – perfect for fans of traditional detective fiction with a modern edge.
A sharp, underrated mystery anime where student detectives crack deadly cases with brains, teamwork, and just enough personality to keep it fun.
Before anime detectives went full chaos, Tantei Gakuen Q gave us a more grounded, mystery-focused series that still had charm and heart. It follows a group of talented teens training at the prestigious Dan Detective School, solving increasingly dangerous and complex cases while competing for the top spot.
While it leans more serious than silly, the group dynamics, occasional gags, and youthful enthusiasm give it just enough levity. If you’re a fan of classic whodunits with a shonen twist and like seeing prodigies put to the test, this one delivers – even without flashy powers or billionaire budgets.
9. You’re Under Arrest
- Two traffic cops balance heartwarming slice-of-life moments with surprisingly intense car chases.
- A warm, episodic detective comedy from the golden age of anime.
- Old-school charm, lovable cast, and vintage animation that still holds up.
Charming, fast-paced, and full of heart, You’re Under Arrest mixes lovable cops, vintage comedy, and car chases that would make Lupin jealous.
We’re going old-school with this one – but that’s just our Indian Anime Network thing, isn’t it? You’re Under Arrest is a classic slice-of-life detective comedy that focuses on the daily adventures of two female traffic cops, Miyuki and Natsumi, working at the Bokuto Police Station. It’s lighthearted, fun, and full of charm, with a warm-hearted energy that makes you feel like part of the team.
The car chases are shockingly well-animated (seriously, Lupin-level stuff), and the attention to vehicles and police gear shows the creators’ genuine love for the subject.
Creator Kosuke Fujishima (Ah! My Goddess) brings his signature touch with lovable, hard-working women and a setting that feels like a second home. While the episodic format doesn’t match today’s binge-heavy viewing habits, it’s perfect for slow watching – one cozy, comedic mystery at a time.
10. Gunsmith Cats
- A badass bounty hunter and her pint-sized partner chase criminals through 1990s Chicago.
- Slick gunfights, iconic car chases, and old-school anime charm packed into just three episodes.
- A forgotten gem that deserves way more love – and a sequel.
Short, stylish, and full of gun-blazing, tire-screeching energy, Gunsmith Cats is a ’90s anime classic that hits way harder than you’d expect.
Only three episodes long, but Gunsmith Cats still goes harder than most full-length series. Set in 1990s Chicago, this stylish OVA follows Rally Vincent and Minnie May, a gun shop owner and her explosive-happy partner, as they chase down criminals in high-speed shootouts and muscle car mayhem. It’s part detective, part buddy-action, and all attitude.
The animation is peak ‘90s craftsmanship: fluid, gritty, and surprisingly detailed. The car chases are legendary (yes, they recorded real Mustang Cobra engine sounds), and the cityscape feels authentic thanks to serious location research.
It’s a shame we never got more, but what we did get still holds up beautifully – and yes, both the dub and sub versions are floating around on YouTube.
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Final Thoughts: Mystery, Mayhem & Laughs
And that’s a wrap! This list wasn’t ranked in any strict order – we just took a fun ride from newer hits like Ron Kamonohashi and Undead Murder Farce all the way back to classics like You’re Under Arrest and Gunsmith Cats.
We aimed to blend both comedy and detective spirit, celebrating anime that makes crime-solving entertaining, chaotic, and downright hilarious.
At one point, we considered adding titles like Kindaichi Case Files and Moriarty the Patriot – both fantastic mystery shows – but we ultimately wanted to focus on series that had a stronger comedic punch or lighter tone.
We hope you enjoyed the list as much as we enjoyed putting it together. If you’re hungry for more, check out our other articles on the One Punch Man-like Comedy Anime series, Must-Watch Dementia Anime, and other genre-based deep dives we’ve crafted for fellow fans.
And now, over to you! Did we miss a favorite? Got a sleeper hit we should know about? Drop your thoughts in the comments, we’d love to hear your picks.
Until next time, happy sleuthing!
