The film operates within a traditional heteronormative framework. It focuses on established romantic tension between the protagonist and the female lead without depicting non-cisnormative identities.

Ran Mouri provides significant agency as a capable martial artist rather than a passive character. The film passes the Bechdel test through meaningful interactions between Ran and Sonoko.

The cast is highly homogeneous, reflecting a specific Tokyo setting. While avoiding stereotypes, the film lacks racial diversity or the inclusion of non-Japanese characters.

The narrative reinforces the competence of established institutions like the police. It follows a traditional moral arc where social order is restored through deductive reasoning.

Conan’s physiological regression is used as a mystery plot device rather than an exploration of disability. No other characters with visible or invisible disabilities are featured.