Trick (2000 TV series)

Trick is a Japanese mystery detective drama television series broadcast on TV Asahi from 2000 to 2006. It follows the unlikely pairing of Naoko Yamada, a self-proclaimed magician (but actually a failed one), and Goro Ueda, a brilliant but gullible physicist. Ueda frequently encounters seemingly supernatural phenomena and seeks Yamada's help in debunking them. Each episode typically features a closed-room mystery or a supposed psychic power, which Yamada cleverly exposes as illusions or scams, often with comedic effect. The series is known for its quirky characters, absurd humor, and intricate plots. It spawned multiple sequels, specials, and movies.