Special Online Premiere for 'Tokyo P.D. Season 2'
Fuji TV has recently taken a step to engage with its audience following overwhelming feedback on social media regarding its drama series 'Tokyo P.D. - Public Relations Division 2'. After a successful first season that concluded on air, the much-anticipated second season is currently available exclusively on FOD. Since its premiere on April 7th, viewer response has surged, with comments flooding in claiming, "No one could have predicted that ending!" and "I can’t wait for the continuation of Season 2!"
In light of this positive reception, Fuji TV has made a special announcement: to capitalize on the momentum and attract an even broader audience, they will release the first episode of Season 2 for free on both FOD and the official YouTube channel starting April 14, just in time for the release of the second episode.
About the Show
The series delves into the complex interactions between the media relations department of the police and the detectives working on investigations. Season 2 introduces deeper narratives involving a criminal organization called "Shinsei Jison no Kai" and features an array of star-studded guest appearances including Ogasawara Kai, Nibu Akari, and Kashiwabara Shushi. If you haven't yet joined the journey through the world of 'Tokyo P.D.', this free episode is an excellent opportunity to get a closer look.
Season 2 Storyline
The second chapter of this socially-relevant police drama kicks off with an unprecedented assassination attempt on the National Public Safety Commission Chairperson. Amid this chaos, the duo of Rintaro Imaizumi (played by Sōta Fukushi) and Naoji Ando (Naoto Ogata) find themselves navigating a challenging landscape filled with complexities. With conflicting testimonies from the assailant, a maze of information, and a simultaneous mysterious dismembered body case, determining what to share as public information becomes increasingly difficult.
As the plot unfolds, it exposes the internal politics of the police, the influence of media, and the inherent contradictions faced in high-stakes situations. Various factions within the police force struggle to maintain their own agendas as the case takes unforeseen turns.
Episode 1: “Assassination” Recap
The chaos commences during a campaign speech when the Chairperson Katsuragi is attacked by a young man named Marui. In the aftermath, Imaizumi and Ando face the media, trying to control the narrative. Marui mentions revenge against