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Hoopla
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Xumo Play
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Private Detective DOBU 1 — streaming FAQ
Which OTT platform streams Private Detective DOBU 1?
Private Detective DOBU 1 is streaming on Hoopla, Fawesome and Xumo Play in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.
Is Private Detective DOBU 1 on Netflix?
No, Private Detective DOBU 1 is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Hoopla and Fawesome.
Is Private Detective DOBU 1 on Amazon Prime Video?
No, Private Detective DOBU 1 isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on Hoopla and Fawesome instead.
Where can I watch Private Detective DOBU 1 for free?
Private Detective DOBU 1 is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla and Fawesome in United States.
Is there a sequel to Private Detective DOBU 1?
Yes — Private Detective DOBU 1 is followed by Private Detective DOBU 2: The Kyoto Murder Case (1982) in the Private Detective Dobu - Historical Drama Special.
Is there a prequel to Private Detective DOBU 1?
Private Detective DOBU 1 is the first film in the Private Detective Dobu - Historical Drama Special.
Is Private Detective DOBU 1 part of a trilogy?
No — Private Detective DOBU 1 is part of the Private Detective Dobu - Historical Drama Special, which has 6 films.
How many movies are in the Private Detective Dobu - Historical Drama Special?
There are 6 films in the Private Detective Dobu - Historical Drama Special: Private Detective DOBU 1 (1981), Private Detective DOBU 2: The Kyoto Murder Case (1982), Private Detective DOBU 3: The Exile Island Murder Case (1982), Private Detective DOBU 4: The Mysterious Kite Murders Case (1983), Private Detective DOBU 5: The Pinwheel Murder Case (1983) and Private Detective DOBU 6: The Origami Murder Case (1983).
