Russian detective films of 2024 continue the traditions of the genre, familiar from classics, but with a modern perspective on crimes, moral choices, and personal drama. These films, Russian detective stories from 2024, are filled with an oppressive atmosphere, nervous tension, and alive characters, each playing their own game. Here, the investigation is conducted not only at the level of facts, but also in the depths of the human soul. Investigations touch on social issues, personal tragedies, and complex relationships between people. The selection includes Russian detective films from 2024, where the mystery is not merely solved but reveals life from an unexpected perspective. We suggest paying attention to the melodramatic film "Cherry on the Cake" and the movie "Defense Mechanism" about the investigation of a murder in which an innocent person is immediately accused.