The Suspect: Muroi Shinji 2005
In *The Suspect: Muroi Shinji (2005)*, the Metropolitan Police Department finds itself in the eye of a storm when Superintendent Muroi shoulders the blame for a botched murder investigation.
Director: Ryôichi Kimizuka
Cast
Toshiro Yanagiba
Shinji Muroi
Rena Tanaka
Kumiko Ohara
Kei Tanaka
黒木 孝夫
Akira Emoto
Seigo Tsuda
Miki Maya
沖田 仁美
Show Aikawa
Keiichi Kudo
Mitsuru Fukikoshi
Shinichi Shinoda
Norito Yashima
Hideki Haijima
Shiro Sano
窪園 行雄
Soichiro Kitamura
神田署長
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Suspect: Muroi Shinji (2005) about?
The film follows Superintendent Muroi, who is arrested for a failed murder case he oversaw. As his team tries to exonerate him, their bumbling interventions complicate the situation, raising questions about guilt, responsibility, and the truth behind the crime.
Who directed The Suspect: Muroi Shinji?
The movie was directed by Ryôichi Kimizuka, known for blending crime and comedy in his works.
Who stars in The Suspect: Muroi Shinji?
Toshiro Yanagiba leads the cast as Superintendent Muroi, joined by Rena Tanaka, Kei Tanaka, Akira Emoto, Miki Maya, and Show Aikawa.
Is The Suspect: Muroi Shinji (2005) worth watching?
With its clever mix of crime procedural and dark comedy, the film offers an engaging critique of institutional dysfunction. While IMDb ratings are unavailable, its genre blend and strong performances make it a compelling watch for fans of Japanese crime capers.
How long is The Suspect: Muroi Shinji?
The runtime is 117 minutes.
About The Suspect: Muroi Shinji (2005) — When justice gets tangled in red tape and loyalty turns toxic
In *The Suspect: Muroi Shinji (2005)*, the Metropolitan Police Department finds itself in the eye of a storm when Superintendent Muroi shoulders the blame for a botched murder investigation. When his colleagues scramble to clear his name, their efforts only deepen the confusion, leaving audiences to question whether Muroi is a scapegoat or a true victim of circumstance.
Ryôichi Kimizuka directs this sharp blend of comedy and crime, weaving a tale of bureaucratic absurdity and personal loyalty where the line between justice and cover-up blurs. Toshiro Yanagiba commands the screen as the beleaguered Muroi, while Rena Tanaka and Kei Tanaka add layers of intrigue as the rival attorneys shaping his fate. With its Tokyo-set noir atmosphere and biting social commentary, the film balances dark humor with suspense, making it a standout in Japanese genre cinema of the mid-2000s.
