Season 1 – Dead Boy Detectives

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Two teenage ghosts work alongside a clairvoyant to solve mysteries for their supernatural clientele, until a powerful witch complicates their plans.

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Dead Boy Detectives expands the Sandman universe with an addictively entertaining paranormal fantasy with excitement, romance, and young adult angst to spare.

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Craig Mathieson

The Age (Australia)

May 2, 2024

It’s bolshie fun for an adolescent audience, with a smidge of Doctor Who, although it’s not as good as Joe Cornish’s equally spectral Lockwood & Co, which Netflix cancelled after just one season.

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Valerie Anne

Autostraddle

May 1, 2024

Overall, the show is really fun. It has supernatural case-of-the-week style mysteries, plus overarching enemies to contend with. It has themes of loss and identity and trauma, all while being funny and irreverent in between its serious moments.

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Clint Worthington

RogerEbert.com

Apr 26, 2024

Despite its faults, "Dead Boy Detectives" seems dead set on providing passable, spectral entertainment even for those unfamiliar with the series (both of them) on which it's based.

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Alex Valencia

Q+ Magazine

Jul 18, 2024

Dead Boy Detectives stands out as a beacon of inclusivity and imagination. Its seamless blend of supernatural intrigue, heartfelt friendships, and LGBTQ+ representation make it a must-watch for audiences craving a fresh take on the detective genre.

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Ian Bunting

Daily Record (UK)

Jul 8, 2024

... The characters and plot strands are excellent.

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Mikel Zorrilla

Espinof

Jun 15, 2024

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One of Netflix's best series of 2024 (Full Review in Spanish).

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Kasper B

@RT77971729 Aug 29, 2026

Amazing show! I wish Netflix would have made a second season.

diogo13 T

@Tua_mera Jul 16, 2026

What a great series! An urban fantasy adventure that expands the Sandman universe beautifully with charm, sharp humor, and an irresistible gothic atmosphere. The impeccable chemistry between protagonists Edwin and Charles sustains the narrative and makes each case of the week extremely fun to follow. Despite some occasional clichés typical of young adult productions that affect the pacing, the final result is a creative, charismatic, and very personal pastime.

Madi B.

@9908madi Jun 17, 2026

dead boy detectives is one of my favorite shows and I was heartbroken to see it canceled. It was truly one of a kind.

Alice R

@RT47944240 May 27, 2026

I enjoyed thia show so much! Funny, captivating, brilliant, interesting and with such a talented cast! I need more!

Crying C

@CryingClowd Mar 17, 2026

Really stupid, weak writing, extremely woke. There was only one hetero couple, literally everyone else was gay. Which is crazy considering like only aroud 6 people played more important roles. Also these 6 people were all different races. I don't want to sound racist, but, come on, what are the odds that this actually happens in real life? That one british boy is friends with half indian boy, afro-american girl and japanese girl? and they are his only friends. Also the japanese girl was stereotypised. I felt like loosing brain cells while watching this, but i finished it because i needed rest from analysing and interpreting. to sum up, great tv show for wattpad teenagers

Selena C

@Lovedbd77 Feb 17, 2026

This is just an incredible show! The aesthetic, the relationships it’s beautifully made. I love this show so much and hope it will have a return. I must see more! Has become my most favorite and comfort show. Please give it a chance and rate so we can hopefully get more of it!!

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George Rexstrew

Edwin Payne

Jayden Revri

Charles Rowland

Kassius Nelson

Crystal Palace

Yuyu Kitamura

Niko

Jenn Lyon

Esther

Briana Cuoco

Jenny the Butcher

Episode 1

Aired Apr 25, 2024

The Case of Crystal Palace

After coming to the aid of a teen medium with a demonic dilemma, Edwin and Charles head to America to find a missing girl with an unexpected ally.

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Episode 2

Aired Apr 25, 2024

The Case of the Dandelion Shrine

Trapped in a sleepy Washington town, the detectives take on a local case, helping Crystal's quirky housemate Niko get rid of her paranormal parasites.

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Episode 3

Aired Apr 25, 2024

The Case of the Devlin House

The group tries to free a family of spirits from a nightmarish loop inside a haunted house, but it triggers an extreme case of déjà vu for one detective.

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Episode 4

Aired Apr 25, 2024

The Case of the Lighthouse Leapers

The gang looks into a disturbing trend of deaths at a lighthouse; Crystal hears a distinct voice while piecing together clues about the seaside mystery.

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Episode 5

Aired Apr 25, 2024

The Case of the Two Dead Dragons

While Crystal, Edwin and Charles investigate the tragic murders of two popular jocks, Niko sets up Jenny and her secret admirer on a butcher shop date.

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Episode 6

Aired Apr 25, 2024

The Case of the Creeping Forest

A crisis forces Crystal to improvise on the job as Monty recruits the boys to locate his missing friend, but the eerie case isn't what it seems.

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Episode 7

Aired Apr 25, 2024

The Case of the Very Long Stairway

When Edwin gets caught in a frightening situation, Charles relies on his best mate's meticulous notes to find him; a determined Crystal confronts her ex.

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Episode 8

Aired Apr 25, 2024

The Case of the Hungry Snake

Crystal reckons with the past after memories come rushing back; with Esther's evil scheme underway, the group is forced to face their deadliest foe yet.

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Director: Glen Winter, Pete Chatmon, Andi Armaganian, Richard Speight Jr., Lee Toland Krieger, Amanda Tapping
Executive Producer: Steve Yockey, Beth Schwartz, Jeremy Carver, Greg Berlanti, Sarah Schechter, Leigh London Redman, Neil Gaiman, Lee Toland Krieger
Screenwriter: Steve Yockey, Kelli Breslin
Network: Netflix
Rating: TV-MA
Genre: Comedy, Drama, Mystery & Thriller, Fantasy, Action, Adventure, LGBTQ+
Original Language: English
Release Date: Apr 25, 2024

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