Galileo (2007)
A sharp Japanese mystery drama pairing a rookie detective with a physics genius to crack the most baffling criminal cases.
Galileo - Series Information
- Original Title: ガリレオ
- First Air Year: 2007
- Last Air Year: 2013
- Created by: Takashi Narita, Hiroshi Nishitani et al.
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Drama, Mystery, Crime
- Number of Seasons: 2
- Number of Episodes: 21
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: Japanese
- Spoken Languages: Japanese
- First Air Date: October 15, 2007 (South Korea - 15)
- Networks: Fuji TV
- Production Companies: Fuji Television Network
- Production Countries: Japan
- Alternative Titles: ガリレオ (JP), 갈릴레오(2007) (KR), 神探伽利略 (HK), Garireo (US), 神探伽利略 (CN), 破案天才伽利略 (TW)
Galileo - Plot
Narrates the events and cases encountered by Kaoru Utsumi, a rookie detective, and Manabu Yukawa, a university associate professor, while the two pair up to solve many mysterious cases.
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Galileo - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Takashi Narita
- Hiroshi Nishitani
- Mizuki Nishisaka
- Kensaku Sawada
Main Cast
- Masaharu Fukuyama
- Kazuki Kitamura
- Ikkei Watanabe
- Ko Shibasaki
- Yuriko Yoshitaka
- Yu Sawabe
- Miki Maya
- Hiroshi Shinagawa
- Aoi Yoshikura
- Hayato Onozuka
Galileo - FAQs
Where can you stream Galileo online?
Galileo is available to stream on Netflix, including on the Netflix Standard with Ads plan. Both options allow viewers to watch the full series. Check your regional Netflix library for availability, as content access may vary depending on your country.
Is Galileo based on a true story?
Galileo is not based on a true story. The series is adapted from the popular detective novel series by Japanese author Keigo Higashino, featuring the fictional physicist-detective Manabu Yukawa. The books blend scientific reasoning with crime fiction in a wholly invented narrative.
Who plays Manabu Yukawa in Galileo?
Masaharu Fukuyama portrays Manabu Yukawa, the brilliant university physics professor at the heart of the series. Ko Shibasaki plays rookie detective Kaoru Utsumi in Season 1, while Yuriko Yoshitaka takes on the role of Misa Kishitani in Season 2 as Yukawa's new police partner.
Why does the detective partner change between seasons?
Ko Shibasaki, who played detective Kaoru Utsumi in Season 1, did not return for Season 2. Yuriko Yoshitaka stepped in as Misa Kishitani, a new detective paired with Yukawa. The cast change allowed the show to explore fresh character dynamics while keeping Masaharu Fukuyama's Yukawa as the constant anchor.
How many seasons and episodes does Galileo have?
Galileo has 2 main seasons plus a specials collection. Season 1 contains 10 episodes, Season 2 contains 11 episodes, and there are 3 special episodes, bringing the total to 21 episodes. The series aired on Fuji TV from 2007 to 2013.
Is Galileo connected to the Keigo Higashino novel series?
Yes, Galileo is a television adaptation of Keigo Higashino's acclaimed Detective Galileo novel series. The books, including Suspect X and Salvation of a Saint, are bestsellers in Japan. The TV series faithfully brings Higashino's signature blend of scientific puzzles and psychological crime drama to the screen.
When did Galileo first air on television?
Galileo first aired on October 15, 2007, on Fuji TV in Japan. The series ran for two seasons, with the second season premiering in 2013. The show quickly became a ratings hit and helped establish Masaharu Fukuyama as one of Japan's most prominent television actors.
What shows are similar to Galileo?
Fans of Galileo may enjoy Liar Game (2007), Furuhata Ninzaburo (1994), Your Turn to Kill (2019), and Lessons for a Perfect Detective Story (2009) for their clever mystery formats. Sherlock (2010) and Lucky Seven (2012) also offer sharp, character-driven investigative storytelling in a similar vein.
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