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Dr. Kenzo Tenma, a renowned neurosurgeon, experiences profound personal chaos when he defies medical ethics by operating on a young boy named Johan.

Dr. Kenzo Tenma is renowned as one of Isler Memorial's most skilled surgeons, respected by peers and engaged to the director's daughter, Eva. However, a fateful incident changes everything when two young boys with severe head injuries are brought in. Driven by an ethical dilemma, Tenma saves the younger boy but loses his position at the hospital, breaks up his relationship with Eva, and forfeits his status. One night under the influence, he justifies his decision to operate on one of the young boys believing all life is equal. The next morning, both twins mysteriously disappear, leading to the deaths of three doctors including the director. Nine years later, a BKA agent pursues Tenma, suspecting him as the mastermind behind the murders. Haunted by past decisions and filled with regret, Tenma embarks on a quest across Germany, seeking redemption. Along the way, he meets people who give him courage and motivation to continue his journey of personal transformation, ultimately finding closure and peace.

Episodes:

Episode 1 Herr Doktor Tenma

1. Herr Doktor Tenma

Aired: Apr 7, 2004

Dr. Kenzo Tenma's medical ethics are put to the test when he prioritizes a yo...

Episode 2 Downfall

2. Downfall

Aired: Apr 14, 2004

Dr. Tenma's life-saving actions for Johan come at a cost, as Mayor Roedecker ...

Episode 3 Murder Case

3. Murder Case

Aired: Apr 21, 2004

Inspector Lunge's investigation into the deaths of three doctors and the disa...

Episode 4 Night of Punishment

4. Night of Punishment

Aired: Apr 28, 2004

In the next episode, Junkers faces off against Inspector Lunge as he's grille...

Episode 7 Mansion of Tragedy

7. Mansion of Tragedy

Aired: May 19, 2004

Dr. Tenma and Nina stumble upon a horrific crime scene, where the Fortners an...

Episode 8 The Fugitive

8. The Fugitive

Aired: May 26, 2004

Dr. Tenma's hospital career is revived in Dusseldorf, but his return is short...

Episode 9 Rouhei to shoujo

9. Rouhei to shoujo

Aired: Jun 2, 2004

Dr. Tenma embarks on a rigorous firearms training program with Hugo Bernhardt...

Episode 11 Kinderheim 511

11. Kinderheim 511

Aired: Jun 16, 2004

Tenma discovers a connection between Johan and Kinderheim 511, an orphanage w...

Episode 13 Petra and Schumann

13. Petra and Schumann

Aired: Jun 30, 2004

Ailing Petra, the stubborn old friend of Dr. Schumann, concerns him in a quai...

Episode 15 Be My Baby

15. Be My Baby

Aired: Jul 14, 2004

Tenma delves into the Heidelberg murders and uncovers a sinister plot by a ri...

Episode 16 Wolf's Confession

16. Wolf's Confession

Aired: Jul 21, 2004

Nina stumbles upon the lifeless body of Ayse at Baby's mansion, where she dis...

Episode 17 Reunion

17. Reunion

Aired: Jul 28, 2004

In the next episode, Tenma takes bold action to safeguard the Turkish communi...

Episode 19 Abyss of the Monster

19. Abyss of the Monster

Aired: Aug 11, 2004

Tenma seeks the expertise of his former rival, Dr. Gillen, to gain insight in...

Episode 21 Happy Holidays

21. Happy Holidays

Aired: Aug 25, 2004

In the next episode, a former detective named Muller is tricked into a trap b...

Episode 22 Lunge's Trap

22. Lunge's Trap

Aired: Sep 1, 2004

A trap is set for Tenma, but the intended victim is instead injured by the tr...

Episode 23 Eva's Confession

23. Eva's Confession

Aired: Sep 8, 2004

Next episode, Eva Heinemann's life takes a dramatic turn as she faces the con...

Episode 24 Of Men and Dining

24. Of Men and Dining

Aired: Sep 15, 2004

Eva makes a shocking move by exchanging Johan's photographs for information a...

Episode 25 Thursday's Boy

25. Thursday's Boy

Aired: Sep 29, 2004

Karl Neumann and Lotte Frank become embroiled in a complex web of intrigue su...

Episode 26 The Secret Woods

26. The Secret Woods

Aired: Oct 6, 2004

As the investigation into Farren's death gains momentum, Schuwald turns to a ...

Episode 27 Proof

27. Proof

Aired: Oct 13, 2004

Braun probes Karl about Farren's demise as Johan subtly persuades Karl to mak...

Episode 28 Just One Case

28. Just One Case

Aired: Oct 20, 2004

Braun delves into the mysterious deaths surrounding Farren, focusing on Karl ...

Episode 29 Execution

29. Execution

Aired: Oct 27, 2004

The investigation into Johan's past uncovers a shocking truth: the real Johan...

Episode 30 Decision

30. Decision

Aired: Nov 2, 2004

Dr. Reichwein's memories of his friend Richard Braun's sudden demise begin to...

Episode 31 In Broad Daylight

31. In Broad Daylight

Aired: Nov 9, 2004

Dr. Reichwein secretly shelters Tenma in a secure location, but Tenma soon de...

Episode 32 Sanctuary

32. Sanctuary

Aired: Nov 16, 2004

Lotte's unexpected meeting with Nina uncovers a surprising shared interest in...

Episode 33 Kodomo no joukei

33. Kodomo no joukei

Aired: Nov 30, 2004

The next episode of the series will follow Johan's dramatic collapse after be...

Episode 35 My Nameless Hero

35. My Nameless Hero

Aired: Dec 14, 2004

Next episode, Lunge dedicates himself to unraveling the mystery, interviewing...

Episode 36 The Monster of Chaos

36. The Monster of Chaos

Aired: Dec 21, 2004

Dr. Reichwein corners Schuwald about his connection to Johan, as Reichwein an...

Episode 38 The Demon in My Eyes

38. The Demon in My Eyes

Aired: Jan 18, 2005

The raging fire threatens to engulf the library, with panicked individuals st...

Episode 39 The Hell in His Eyes

39. The Hell in His Eyes

Aired: Jan 25, 2005

Karl is tasked by Schuwald to deliver a message to someone in Dresden, and Lu...

Episode 40 Grimmer

40. Grimmer

Aired: Feb 1, 2005

A journalist delves into the dark secrets of former East Germany's orphanages...

Episode 41 Ghosts of 511

41. Ghosts of 511

Aired: Feb 8, 2005

Grimmer delves into the past of Petrov, a key figure at the infamous 511 Kind...

Episode 43 Jan Suk

43. Jan Suk

Aired: Feb 22, 2005

The next episode of the thrilling series unfolds as Detective Suk delves into...

Episode 44 Two Darknesses

44. Two Darknesses

Aired: Mar 1, 2005

A media frenzy erupts following the murder of Commissioner Hamrlik, while Suk...

Episode 46 Point of Contact

46. Point of Contact

Aired: Mar 15, 2005

A detective from Prague's special investigative team is brutally murdered in ...

Episode 48 The Scariest Thing

48. The Scariest Thing

Aired: Mar 29, 2005

Nina's familiarity with the surroundings sparks a mix of curiosity and fear a...

Episode 49 The Cruelest Thing

49. The Cruelest Thing

Aired: Apr 6, 2005

The orphans who idolize Grimmer unite to clear his name. In their investigati...

Episode 50 Mansion of Roses

50. Mansion of Roses

Aired: Apr 13, 2005

Inspector Lunge arrives at the Red Rose Mansion following a cryptic clue in a...

Episode 52 Lawyer

52. Lawyer

Aired: Apr 27, 2005

Tenma is detained in the Czech Republic and is taken to a Düsseldorf police s...

Episode 53 Determination

53. Determination

Aired: May 4, 2005

Tenma decides to confess to all charges against him, planning to be transport...

Episode 54 Escape

54. Escape

Aired: May 11, 2005

As Tenma and Milch flee with Gustav and Helene, Eva's world is turned upside ...

Episode 55 Room 402

55. Room 402

Aired: May 18, 2005

Tenma makes a desperate attempt to reach Eva, but his efforts are unsuccessfu...

Episode 56 The Unending Journey

56. The Unending Journey

Aired: May 25, 2005

Tenma, now free, makes his way to his lawyer Verdeman's residence, where he d...

Episode 57 That Night

57. That Night

Aired: Jun 1, 2005

Nina's life hangs in the balance as she faints at the Red Rose Mansion, only ...

Episode 58 Unwanted Job

58. Unwanted Job

Aired: Jun 8, 2005

Ten months prior to Tenma's daring escape, Martin kidnapped Eva from her room...

Episode 61 The Door of Memory

61. The Door of Memory

Aired: Jun 29, 2005

Nina revisits her old apartment, where she relives another memory from her pa...

Episode 62 A Fun Meal

62. A Fun Meal

Aired: Jul 6, 2005

Tenma, attempting to evade police in Frankfurt, is struck by a van while chas...

Episode 63 Unrelated Murders

63. Unrelated Murders

Aired: Jul 13, 2005

As Inspector Weissbach approaches retirement, he's tasked with one last assig...

Episode 65 Johan's Footprints

65. Johan's Footprints

Aired: Jul 27, 2005

Nina embarks on a solo mission to Capek's villa, driven by her quest to find ...

Episode 66 Welcome Back

66. Welcome Back

Aired: Aug 3, 2005

Nina, armed and determined, forces Capek to drive her to Johan's location, wh...

Episode 67 I'm Home

67. I'm Home

Aired: Aug 10, 2005

As the mystery deepens, Tenma and Anna close in on the elusive monster, while...

Episode 68 Ruhenheim

68. Ruhenheim

Aired: Aug 17, 2005

A lone BKA inspector, Lunge, stands atop a hill overlooking the serene town o...

Episode 69 A Peaceful Home

69. A Peaceful Home

Aired: Aug 24, 2005

A sense of unease settles over the tranquil town of Ruhenheim as Inspector Lu...

Episode 72 Man Without a Name

72. Man Without a Name

Aired: Sep 14, 2005

Inspector Lunge's pursuit of Roberto, the inciter's leader, culminates in a c...

Episode 74 The Real Monster

74. The Real Monster

Aired: Sep 28, 2005

Tenma's name is finally cleared of suspicion in the aftermath of the Ruhenhei...

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Current Status: Ended

Network: Nippon TV

Production Country: Japan

Genres:Drama, Crime, Thriller, Mystery, Animation