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Lupin the Third ("Lupin III"; or, "Lupin Sansei") is a classic manga by Monkey Punch commonly about Arsène Lupin III, a master thief.

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What is Lupin III's nationality?

Apparently, in Lupin III: Green Vs. Red, Zenigata is seen with a file that states Lupin's place of birth as unknown. However, according to this page, this particular work is not considered canon. Lupin often refers to himself as French, Zenigata…
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Is Lupin III: A Woman Named Mine Fujiko a prequel or a reboot of the Lupin series?

I've watched Lupin III: Mine Fujiko to Iu Onna ("A Woman Named Mine Fujiko") and some scattered episodes of the original Lupin III TV series. One thing that isn't clear to me is how the two series are related. Depending on who I ask, some say that…
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In which Lupin III film did Fujiko Mine get possesssed/brainwashed by a cult?

I watched a certain Lupin III film as a kid at my neighbors’ and never got to learn the title. I really enjoyed that movie and wish to see it again.
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Why does Lupin have both prowess and infantile behavior when it comes to women?

Why does Lupin seem to be both skillful with women but also devoid of seriousness and is infantile towards women? What is the source and purpose of this equivocated attitude towards women? And Lupin is by no means the only male character to do…
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What is the order for watching Lupin III?

I want to watch Lupin III anime. I tried to search it and found in 2018 ( currently airing ) there is Lupin III part V. So i wanted to watch in order, like Lupin III part I. Checked on myanimelist site ( let's put aside first the spin off or movie…
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What happened to the original English dubs of Lupin III by Streamline Pictures?

Does anyone know where I can get the old Lupin DVD's containing the original English dubs by Streamline Pictures? The ones you can buy on amazon.com seem to be done with new English audio recording with different voice actors.
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Why did Lupin the Third change its target audience in recent years?

I just finished watching a lot of the original Lupin the Third television series from the 1970s. Then I watched Lupin the Third: Mine Fujiko to Iu Onna and Lupin the Third: Jigen Daisuke no Bohyou. These two were my stand out favourites. They both…
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Did the Makers of the Lupin III "Red-Jacket" Series get Permission to Feature Superman?

In one of the Episodes of the Lupin III part 2 "Red-Jacket" series, Lupin foils a scheme by Fujiko who has henchmen impersonating Superman to rob banks. I am curious if anyone has any information on whether this was technically allowed by DC, and…
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Why does Lupin III refer to Inspector Zenigata as To-chan?

I have started watching the Lupin III TV series and I am partway through the second series. One thing I am confused about is why Lupin refers to Zenigata as To-chan? I thought "To" meant father and "chan" was a postfix for young girls or women. What…
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