Detective Conan: The Raven Chaser

Detective Conan: The Raven Chaser

Year: 2009

Runtime: 111 mins

Language: Japanese

Director: Yasuichiro Yamamoto

AnimationMysteryThrillerCrime

A newly recruited Black Organization operative, responsible for the drug that shrank Shinichi Kudo, discovers that the child‑detective Conan is actually Shinichi in disguise. This knowledge endangers everyone close to him, and Gin along with other Organization members move quickly to eliminate any threats and keep their secret hidden.

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Japan (Tokyo, Kanagawa, Shizuoka, Nagano and other prefectures)

The story unfolds across multiple locations in Japan, from hillside roads and toll stations to Kyoto and Tokyo. It links murders across Tokyo, Kanagawa, Shizuoka, Nagano and other prefectures, requiring nationwide police coordination. The settings emphasize cross-prefectural investigation and tense encounters in both urban and remote sites.

🗺️ Japan-wide 🏙️ Urban-rural mix

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Main Characters – Detective Conan: The Raven Chaser (2009)

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Conan Edogawa (Shinichi Kudo)

A brilliant, perceptive teen detective trapped in a child's body, Conan relentlessly pursues the truth behind the Black Organization's crimes. He connects clues across prefectures, uses his wit to outsmart suspects, and coordinates with Heiji and others to prevent more deaths. His resolve to bring the Organization to justice drives the investigation forward.

🧠 Intelligence 🧭 Investigation 🔎 Deduction

Vermouth

A cunning member of the Black Organization who toys with appearances and information. She uses disguises and calculated moves to manipulate events and test Conan's limits. Her presence underscores the persistent danger posed by the Organization.

🎭 Disguise 🗝️ Manipulation 🕵️‍♀️ Cunning

Irish

A high-level operative disguised as Matsumoto, he betrays the trust of colleagues to safeguard the Black Organization's secrets. He reveals himself in crucial moments, protecting Conan and pursuing the memory chip, and ultimately dies after a heroic act.

🛡️ Disguise 🧬 Memory-chip 💔 Sacrifice

Nanako Honjou

The young woman whose death two years earlier serves as a catalyst for the killer's plan. Her memory drives the investigation, as others become entangled in the motive of revenge surrounding her life and relationships.

💔 Tragedy 🪞 Memory 🗺️ Backstory

Kazuki Honjou

Nanako's killer, driven by an obsessive need to punish those he blames for taking her away. He engineers the murders by using Mizutani as a scapegoat, expertly masking his own role until the final reveal.

🗝️ Motives 🧭 Obsession 🗡️ Revenge

Ran Mouri

A brave ally to Conan who demonstrates toughness in dangerous moments on the case, including confronting threats at Tokyo Tower. Her involvement helps push Conan toward the truth and keeps the stakes personal.

❤️ Loyalty 🥊 Courage 🧭 Investigation

Heiji Hattori

A sharp-witted friend of Conan who collaborates on the case, offering local insight and helping connect clues spread across different locations. He provides support and perspective amid escalating danger.

🧠 Brainpower 🤝 Partnership 🗺️ Local insight

Gin

A ruthless agent of the Black Organization who commands the operation with cold efficiency and a willingness to shoot to protect the plan. His actions escalate the danger when confronting Conan and Irish.

⚔️ Power 🧊 Cold-blooded 🗺️ Organization

Kogoro Mouri

A seasoned detective whose involvement provides a counterpoint to Conan's methods, often serving as comic relief while also playing a crucial role in pursuing the truth.

🕵️ Detective 🧩 Collaboration 👨‍👦 Father figure

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Major Themes – Detective Conan: The Raven Chaser (2009)

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🔎 Deduction

Conan pieces together the crime from scattered clues—a dying message, Mahjong tiles, and star-pattern mappings—turning ambiguous events into a clear pattern. The investigation relies on careful observation, cross-checking alibis, and connecting disparate murders. The film builds tension as each clue narrows the suspect pool and reveals a larger conspiracy.

🕵️ Undercover Organization

The Black Organization operates from the shadows, disguising its members within police and official appearances. Irish is revealed to be a key undercover asset, having infiltrated the investigation as part of a larger plan to obtain a memory chip. The case highlights the danger of deception and the risks of crossing paths with a ruthless network. The pursuit exposes how trust can be weaponized.

🗡️ Revenge

Kazuki Honjou's actions stem from an obsessive need to punish those he blames for taking Nanako away. The murders are framed as personal vendettas rather than random violence, using Mizutani as a scapegoat. The tension culminates in a confrontation that reveals hidden motives and tragic consequences. The storyline shows how grief can fuel a calculated, deadly plan.

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