NO ACTIVITY
NO ACTIVITY

NO ACTIVITY

2024TV ShowReturning Series2 SeasonsJapanese

Tokita Shingo is a detective who gives up on a successful detective career. He teams up with up with rookie detective Shiina Asobu. They work on an undercover investigation into a drug case and soon find themselves in an unexpected situation.

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IMDb7.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes89%
Metacritic75/100
Google Users85%
Director: Patrick SchumerGenres: Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

This comedy series follows the mundane lives of two low-level criminals waiting for a crime to happen and the two police officers monitoring them. The humor arises from their extended, often absurd conversations and the sheer lack of anything actually occurring. Over its seasons, the show expands its quirky universe with new characters and increasingly bizarre scenarios, all while maintaining its signature minimalist approach to plot.

Critical Reception

No Activity has been praised for its unique, dialogue-driven comedic style and its ability to find humor in the absence of action. Critics often highlight the improvisational feel and the chemistry between the main cast, though some find the repetitive premise occasionally wears thin. It has garnered a cult following for its deadpan humor and unconventional structure.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unique premise and deadpan humor.
  • The improvisational style and cast chemistry are frequently highlighted.
  • Some critics noted the potential for the minimalist plot to become repetitive.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciate the show's clever and dry sense of humor, often pointing to the stellar comedic performances and the inventive ways the show sustains interest despite the lack of traditional plot. Some viewers found the pacing slow at times, but the overall sentiment is positive, celebrating its distinct comedic voice.

Fun Fact

The show is a remake of an Australian series of the same name, which also featured a similar premise of police officers staking out and two criminals waiting for a crime that never seems to happen.

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