Was the American Soft Reboot of Detective Conan Successful?

🔍 The sleuthing gets serious as (AKA: iCritic) examine the bold, if enigmatic, attempt to reintroduce Detective Conan to American audiences. From name changes and cultural localization to shifts in tone and marketing, this episode unpacks the strategy behind the soft reboot and questions whether the series truly found its footing stateside.

🎭 Expect critical analysis, franchise context, and a dash of nostalgia as we explore the challenges of adapting iconic anime for Western viewers. Was it misunderstood genius—or a mystery better left unsolved?

👉 Tune in to hear what worked, what didn’t, and what it reveals about anime’s evolution in the global media landscape.