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A Detective Story

7.2200310mNRMovieScience FictionAnimationCrime

A private detective is hired to find the elusive computer hacker "Trinity." Part of the Animatrix collection of animated shorts in the Matrix universe.

DirectorShinichiro Watanabe
WritersShinichiro Watanabe·Manjiro Oshio

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Cast · Directed by Shinichiro Watanabe

JTJames Arnold Taylor
James Arnold Taylor
Ash (voice)
CMCarrie-Anne Moss
Carrie-Anne Moss
Trinity (voice)
TCTerrence 'T.C.' Carson
Terrence 'T.C.' Carson
Clarence (voice)
MMMatt McKenzie
Matt McKenzie
Agent (voice)

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A Detective Story — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams A Detective Story?

A Detective Story isn't streaming anywhere in United States yet.

Is A Detective Story on Netflix?

No, A Detective Story is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026.

Is A Detective Story on Amazon Prime Video?

No, A Detective Story isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now.

Where can I watch A Detective Story for free?

A Detective Story isn't streaming in United States yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for A Detective Story?

A Detective Story hasn't started streaming in United States yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around May 23, 2003. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.

Is there a sequel to A Detective Story?

Yes — A Detective Story is followed by The Second Renaissance Part II (2003) in the Animatrix.

Is there a prequel to A Detective Story?

Yes — Final Flight of the Osiris (2003) comes before A Detective Story in the Animatrix.

Is A Detective Story part of a trilogy?

No — A Detective Story is part of the Animatrix, which has 9 films.

How many movies are in the Animatrix?

There are 9 films in the Animatrix: The Second Renaissance Part I (2003), Final Flight of the Osiris (2003), A Detective Story (2003), The Second Renaissance Part II (2003), Beyond (2003), Kid's Story (2003), Matriculated (2003), Program (2003) and World Record (2003).