“1960s Japan origin story reveals how young Lupin III became the world's greatest gentleman thief.”
Lupin Zero
LUPIN ZERO
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Synopsis
1960s Japan origin story reveals how young Lupin III became the world's greatest gentleman thief.
How did this young boy become notorious gentleman thief "Lupin III"? Loosely based on Young Lupin III from the original manga, Lupin Zero will tell a nostalgic, yet brand new original story, finally lifting the veil cast upon Lupin III's humble beginnings. Set during the era in which the original series was first published, the anime depicts Young Lupin III running around the streets of 1960's Japan during the country's economic boom. A young boy climbs the staircase to villainhood. What was he thinking and what steps did he take? This is the untold origin story of the world's greatest thief. (Source: TMS Entertainment)
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Running avg · Jan 2023 → Feb 2023
- 9 “Lupin Zero is possibly the best series to come out since part 4, which is a shame because there are only 6 episodes. Zero recaptures the feeling of the classic part II and III comedy with plenty of...”
- 7 “Lupin Zero is the latest series in the 50 years old Lupin III franchise, and it presents itself as a prequel set during Lupin’s childhood, explaining the story of how this young boy became the...”
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- Format 6 × 26′ eps × min
- Total runtime 2h 36m all episodes
- Aired Dec 2022 – Jan 2023
- Source Ona media type
- Rated R+ Mild Nudity
- Ref. BS-22991 catalog
Produced by
- TMS Entertainment Producer
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- Sentai Filmworks Licensor