Ghost Writer's Homicide Coverage 2 - Writing About a Celebrity's Crime (2015)

A 2015 Japanese TV mystery in which a ghostwriter unravels deadly secrets hidden behind a celebrity's glamorous facade.

Ghost Writer's Homicide Coverage 2 - Writing About a Celebrity's Crime - Movie Information

  • Original Title: ゴーストライターの殺人取材2~セレブの罪を代筆する女!
  • Release Year: 2015
  • Directed by: Hajime Hashimoto
  • Type: Movie
  • Original Language: Japanese
  • Production Companies: TV Asahi, Toei Company
  • Production Countries: Japan

Ghost Writer's Homicide Coverage 2 - Writing About a Celebrity's Crime - Cast & Crew

Director(s)

  • Hajime Hashimoto

Main Cast

  • Yuko Asano
  • Mayumi Wakamura
  • Shingo Tsurumi
  • Kazuki Namioka
  • Shozo Uesugi
  • Yukijiro Hotaru
  • Toshihide Tonesaku
  • Masami Horiuchi
  • Yū Kamio
  • Sarara Tsukifune

Writers

  • Junya Ikegami

Producers

  • Shinya Maruyama
  • Takuya Seki

Ghost Writer's Homicide Coverage 2 - Writing About a Celebrity's Crime - FAQs

What is Ghost Writer's Homicide Coverage 2 about?

Ghost Writer's Homicide Coverage 2 follows a ghostwriter who becomes entangled in a dangerous web of secrets when her celebrity client is linked to a crime. The story digs into the hidden scandals lurking behind a famous confectionery family, blending mystery with sharp social intrigue in classic Japanese TV thriller fashion.

Is the client really a murderer in this film?

That's the central question driving the story. The tagline — "The Client is a Murderer!?" — sets up the mystery right from the start. The ghostwriter protagonist must navigate deception, family secrets, and celebrity façades to uncover the truth hidden within a renowned sweets dynasty.

Who directed Ghost Writer's Homicide Coverage 2?

The film was directed by Hajime Hashimoto, a Japanese television director known for his work on mystery and drama productions. The screenplay was written by Junya Ikegami, who crafted the story of secrets and celebrity crime at the heart of this TV movie.

Who stars in Ghost Writer's Homicide Coverage 2?

Yuko Asano leads the cast as the ghostwriter protagonist, joined by Mayumi Wakamura, Shingo Tsurumi, Kazuki Namioka, Shozo Uesugi, Yukijiro Hotaru, Toshihide Tonesaku, Masami Horiuchi, Yū Kamio, and Sarara Tsukifune, who plays the character Yayoi Ootaki.

Is Ghost Writer's Homicide Coverage 2 a sequel?

Yes, as the title suggests, this is the second installment in the Ghost Writer's Homicide Coverage series. It continues the story of a ghostwriter who finds herself drawn into criminal investigations, this time centering on a celebrity client and the dark secrets of a famous sweets family.

Who produced Ghost Writer's Homicide Coverage 2?

The film was produced by Shinya Maruyama and Takuya Seki, with production handled by TV Asahi and Toei Company — two of Japan's most prominent names in television and film production. The music was composed by Kiyoshi Yoshikawa and editing was done by Hiroyuki Komata.

What country is Ghost Writer's Homicide Coverage 2 from?

This is a Japanese production, made in Japan and originally broadcast in Japanese. It was produced by TV Asahi and Toei Company, both major Japanese entertainment companies, and is part of a TV movie mystery series that reflects the popular Japanese tradition of serialized crime dramas.

Where can I find more information about this film?

You can find additional details about Ghost Writer's Homicide Coverage 2 on The Movie Database (TMDb), which lists cast, crew, and production information. TMDb is a reliable community-driven resource for discovering details about international films and TV movies like this Japanese mystery production.

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