Secrecy of the Investigation
A NTV Original
Secrecy of the Investigation follows Maria Shvetsova, a seasoned detective who leads a tight unit of colleagues through dangerous cases in a city that feels both familiar and oppressive. The core of the drama is the casework itself, but the show leans into human moments that keep the... Read more
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About Secrecy of the Investigation
Secrecy of the Investigation follows Maria Shvetsova, a seasoned detective who leads a tight unit of colleagues through dangerous cases in a city that feels both familiar and oppressive. The core of the drama is the casework itself, but the show leans into human moments that keep the investigation from becoming a granite monolith of procedure. The balance between sharp deduction and light hearted banter lets characters breathe between morgue visits and identifications, making routine work feel lived in rather than grim for grimness' sake. The tone nods to classic crime dramas while giving the ensemble room for sly humor and stubborn perseverance. This mix gives the series its distinctive rhythm.
Produced as a Russian TV series in 2000 Secrecy of the Investigation centers on Maria Shvetsova with a dependable ensemble cast led by Anna Kovalchuk. Its production design captures the early 2000s urban atmosphere with a practical, no frills aesthetic and grounded performances globally.
Reception and themes revolve around balancing danger with humor. The show emphasizes a veteran female lead collaborating with male colleagues, highlighting teamwork under pressure, the toll of crime work, and moments of levity that keep characters human. It treats procedural accuracy with a light touch, avoiding melodrama while staying tense and engaging.
Awards: No major nominations or wins are listed in the information provided. Given the limited documentation around the series, it does not appear to have garnered international recognition or a prominent awards profile, though some viewers may remember it for its faithful cast chemistry.
Cultural impact: The program does not have widely cited quotes or iconic moments in global pop culture. Its value lies in representing a particular era and approach to crime storytelling where humor and human bonds underscore the seriousness of investigation, shaping a quieter but lasting influence on regional TV.
Details
- Release Date
- September 01, 2000
- Episode Length
- 45m
- User Ratings
- 16 votes
- Type
- TV Series
- Seasons
- 25
- Episodes
- 430
- Network
- NTV , TV-6, Dom Kino, Russia-1, Smotrim
- Status
- Returning Series
- Genres
- Action & Adventure, Mystery, Drama, Crime
- Country
- Russia
- Studio
- Panorama Studio +4 more
- External Links
- View on IMDB
Cast
Anna Kovalchuk
Мария Швецова
Aleksey Komashko
Олег Платонов
Igor Nikolaev
Леонид Кораблёв
Aleksandr Novikov
Фёдор Курочкин
Vyacheslav Zakharov
Виктор Иванович Ковин
Andrey Sharkov
Леонид Панов
Sergey Peregudov
Павел Васнецов
Sergey Yushkevich
Алексей Горчаков
Olga Pavlovets
Людмила Колонкова
Alla Dovlatova
Director: Olga Kandidatova
Created by: Vera Sher
Seasons (25 seasons, 430 episodes)
Season 1
16 episodes - 2000
Season 2
12 episodes - 2003
Season 3
12 episodes - 2004
Season 4
12 episodes - 2005
Season 5
12 episodes - 2006
Season 6
12 episodes - 2006
Season 7
12 episodes - 2008
Season 8
12 episodes - 2009
Season 9
24 episodes - 2011
Season 10
24 episodes - 2011
Season 11
12 episodes - 2012
Season 12
12 episodes - 2013
Season 13
20 episodes - 2013
Season 14
16 episodes - 2014
Season 15
16 episodes - 2015
Season 16
20 episodes - 2016
Season 17
24 episodes - 2017
Season 18
24 episodes - 2018
Season 19
24 episodes - 2019
Season 20
24 episodes - 2020
Season 21
24 episodes - 2021
Season 22
18 episodes - 2022
Season 23
16 episodes - 2023
Season 24
16 episodes - 2024
Season 25
16 episodes - 2025
