Ace Attorney

Rookie defense attorney Ryuuichi Naruhodou opens each episode by taking on strange and dramatic cases, convinced his clients are innocent even when evidence looks stacked against them. He stands in court, challenges prosecutors, and uses sharp logic and sudden revelations to poke holes in testimony. The show mixes tense courtroom exchanges with lighter moments between Ryuuichi, his mentor Chihiro Ayasato, assistant Mayoi Ayasato, and rival prosecutor Reiji Mitsurugi. Flashbacks to their childhoods add emotional context, and the series balances legal strategy, character banter, and mystery without giving away any major twists.

Released in 2016, the series was created by Atsuhiro Tomioka and features Masashi Tamaki as Reiji Mitsurugi, Yuki Kaji as Ryuuichi Naruhodou, Aoi Yuuki as Mayoi Ayasato, Saori Yumiba as Mei Karuma, and Akio Otsuka as Gou Karuma.

The show did not rack up major industry awards or high-profile nominations, but it found a steady audience among fans of courtroom drama and mystery anime.

Among viewers the animated courtroom exchanges and Ryuuichi's signature shout of "OBJECTION!" became a memorable hook, showing up in clips, fan art, and cosplay. The blend of slapstick moments with procedural scenes gave the series an identity that appealed to people who enjoy character-driven legal battles, and several scenes have circulated online as highlights.

Critical and fan reception leaned positive to mixed, reflected in a 6.9/10 average from 35 votes. Reviewers tended to praise the show's energetic court scenes and cast chemistry, while noting the episodic format sometimes undercuts deeper mystery arcs. Recurring themes include the search for truth, the ethics of lawyering, loyalty among friends, and how past relationships shape present actions. Overall it’s a series that will appeal to viewers who like courtroom tactics, a touch of humor, and a core group of characters growing together through each case.