“Lupin III anime set in Italy/San Marino; debuted in Italy first; Lupin now wears blue coat.”
Lupin the Third Part 4
ルパン三世
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Synopsis
Lupin III anime set in Italy/San Marino; debuted in Italy first; Lupin now wears blue coat.
Lupin is the main character in this series which takes place in Italy and San Marino. Reflecting its setting, the anime debuted in Italy before it aired in Japan. Lupin III fans will note that the titular thief now dons a blue coat, following his earlier appearances in green (first series and some OVAs), red (the second series as well as most films and television specials) and pink (third series). (Source: Crunchyroll)
What people say
Community consensus
Derived from 20 sampled reviews
What 20 viewers settled on.
Polarized
σ 1.98 · split reception
5.4 pts
Recommenders 8.4 · others 3.0
↓ 1.30
Running avg · Oct 2015 → Feb 2026
- 7 “Lupin’s latest installment hooked me instantly with its welcoming character dynamics, vibrant animation, and time-tested formula, all without needing prior knowledge. While the overarching plot...”
- 10 “Lupin III delivers clever, twist-filled episodes with lovable gentleman-thief Lupin and a cast whose charm grows on you, all wrapped in the franchise’s timeless classy style. While it deserves far...”
- 7 “Lupin III Part 4 serves as an easy modern entry point for newcomers and introduces the spirited Rebecca Rossellini, whose marriage to Lupin sparks fun tension with Fujiko. Still, leaning on the...”
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A Tv Production · Fall 2015
Telecom Animation Film.TMS Entertainment · TMS Music
- Format 24 × 22′ eps × min
- Total runtime 8h 48m all episodes
- Aired Oct 2015 – Mar 2016 Fall 2015
- Source Tv media type
- Rated PG 13 - Teens 13 or older
- Ref. BS-9636 catalog
Produced by
- TMS Entertainment Producer
- TMS Music Producer
Licensed by
- Discotek Media Licensor