A solar storm hits the Earth, causing a widespread blackout. In this new reality, five stories unfold, focusing on characters who struggle to adapt to a world without electricity, telecommunications or means of transport, where they are forced to face up to their most primal needs, instincts and fears.
Raphaëlle Bayard's daily life is turned upside down when her partner and their son both suddenly disappear. What follows is a breathless quest to find them, to understand what really happened, to decipher their motives, and to deal with the many public consequences of this private tragedy to which no one is immune. This is therefore the story of what we would do to find our loved ones when we realize that they have now adopted beliefs, values and lifestyles that run totally counter to our own.
Former motorcycle pursuit officer Kazuma Ueno, known for solving kidnappings, is called back to action when bank employee Katsumi Higashida is abducted for a 500 million yen ransom. Teaming up with FBI-trained negotiator Asuka Nakahara, Ueno clashes with her over methods as they uncover a deeper conspiracy behind the case.
Antonio Cruz is a good country doctor who hides a secret that has filled him with resentment and anger. One day he snaps and decides to kill a neighbor for each sign of the zodiac. His sister Laura, a police officer, and her ex-husband Paul, the neighboring town prosecutor, investigate the mysterious crimes.
A story about an investigator who, despite difficulties, tries to restore justice and find those responsible for her brother's death. After the murder of her brother, who was unjustly accused of crimes, experienced investigator Valeria strives to find those responsible and restore her loved one's good name.
At first glance Haruse Kiina is a completely normal 29-year-old. However, Kiina is the head of a special investigation unit nicknamed "Beppan" which deals with strange cases. With an unorthodox approach to solving crimes, she draws on her exceptional memory and powers of observation, and gets so absorbed in the pursuit of these cases that she forgets to eat or sleep til she solves the mystery.
A group of university students find themselves the target of a curse killing them one by one in a manner related to their zodiac sign. Their quest to rescue themselves take them to the origin of this curse: Ancient Egypt.
Respected police detective Gradov reluctantly turns to crime to find the money to pay for his terminally ill wife’s urgent medical treatment. During an investigation into a string of crimes Gradov begins to fall under suspicion, his colleague Osokin becomes convinced of his guilt and determined to expose him. But Gradov has already sacrificed his integrity and knows that he will stop at nothing to save his wife.
Joe Yabukihara starts working as a masseur with the encouragement of Madam Eco, the owner of a massage shop whom he happened to become acquainted with about a year ago. Recognising that he is gifted in massage, Eco makes Joe go to the homes of all kinds of customers, although it agonizes him because he dislikes people and has anxiety around strangers. One day, the wealthy husband of Joe's customer is murdered and Joe finds himself suspected by police detectives. At the suggestion of fellow masseur Aguri, Joe uses his massage techniques and powers of observation to solve the mystery and clear his name. This becomes the turning point in his life. After that, he keeps getting involved in strange murder cases at customers' homes and demonstrates his unexpected talent each time.
Set in a fictional town called Jeevan Nagar; this drama tells the tale of Babbar Shah. A man who is the iron curtain between corrupt goons and innocent people of his village. This unconventional town soon becomes the epicenter of pertinent social issues that are often shrugged under the carpet such as identity crisis, social class division, and gender stereotypes. Experience and marvel at Jeevan Nagar's spectrum of emotions, satire, humor, and social commentary!
Adventurer Zhang Beichen, martial artist Duan Siyan, ghostly healer Wei Linger, and horseman Ma Tianhong set out to uncover the mystery behind the Golden Crow phenomenon. Along their journey, they encounter strange events, confronting the darker sides of human nature—greed, anger, and obsession—while also discovering the deep bonds that connect people.
Everything ends - marriages, life, civilization, Earth, and the universe as we know it. Say goodbye to everything you know and hello to madness and the outrageous, unexpected horrors lying beyond the dark.
5 years ago, Elliot came home to find his soulmate Peter had vanished—with nothing left behind but his finger in a puddle of blood. Still living with Peter's twin Jess, they don't know if he ran away, was kidnapped or worse. Elliot tries moving on, and after a magical date with wonderful Will, that seems possible. But when shit hits the fan, Elliot and Jess know they need to find out the truth.
In this first of many cases, Kindaichi finds himself onboard a cruise ship in which the captain mysteriously disappears the day after a big party. A search of the ship finds nothing, except for little drops of blood on the light switch in the captain’s room. Might it be a clue perhaps? You bet! When what looks to be a case of serious foul play unfolds, the ship’s radio is found disabled—somuch for contacting the authorities. So, far out at sea until they can reach land, it’s up to Kindaichi and friends to find the killer…and stay alive!