The Evolution of Lupin III (1967 - 2024)

Lupin III is the name of a manga and anime series that's been going on from 1967 and all the way up until today. Starting off as a short term project for manga author Monkey Punch, it eventually turned into a very popular series, loved by mutiple generations of fans. In this Lupin III retrospective, we're gonna be going back in time, and take a look at the history of Lupin III, and learn more about this gentleman thief. From the humble beginnings, and all the way up until today. And by looking at the evolution of Lupin III, we are gonna figure out what it is that makes this series work, and why it's been able to remain relevant for more than 50 years. As well as take a closer look at what Lupin's jacket color actually means for the series. The history of Lupin III is storied and contains a lot of changes over the years that are very interesting. So sit back, relax and enjoy.
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[@AnimeTopScholar]

This video took a lot of effort and WAAY to long to get out. Hopefully you enjoy it! And if you do it would mean the world to me if you could give it a like, drop a comment and maybe even share it around if you know someone who would be interested in a video about Lupin Also I have a discord server! If you want to be able to contact me directly, or get some behind the scenes content, as well as early access to videos, you can join the discord server here: discord.gg/TNabRttzH4

[@DI-QueenmoEMino]

Seriously, nice video! Lupin the Third is truly one of those iconic Classic franchises of anime. I've watched a bit of a good portion of Lupin movies and a few of the modern series, but I still haven't seen the more old school Lupin shows yet, eventually, I will someday! One of my top favorite Lupin movies would be the ones done by Takeshi Koike, Castle of Cagliostro, and the 2019 Lupin the First movie which was so good.

[@AnimeTopScholar]

Thank you! Yeah I'm a big fan of Lupin. I actually started with Part 1 because the forum I was a part of at the time decided to do it for a group watch. Ever since then I've been hooked and decided to watch almost everything Lupin.

[@retroanimemike]

That's a lot of Lupin! The timing is nice for me because I just saw the Castle of Cagliostro on the big screen for a 45th anniversary screening. What is Oshii doing writing for Lupin. A minor thing the number gets stuck on Part IV. All in all quite a good video!

[@AnimeTopScholar]

Yeah I wanted to watch Cagliostro at the movies myself, but sadly I haven't had the time to do so. I think I see what you mean. With all the minor mistakes I've been missing I'm surprised that somehow slipped past me...

[@Porkchop1999_]

Thank you for the brilliant video~ All your hard work paid off, This is by far the most Lupin info I've heard in one video and a lot I didn't know as well Thank you for highlighting the voice actors and just how much shuffling around there was Loved to see so many cool scenes throughout the years too~ Thank you for all your hard work, Please keep it up m(_ _)m I hope your having a lovely day, Have a wonderful rest of your week, Be safe & Take care out there wherever you are (^=W=^)7 And you too fellow viewer~

[@AnimeTopScholar]

Happy you enjoyed the video! It was a lot of work and a lot of stuff that didn't make it in, but I hope it was an interesting watch even tho this video is a lot longer than usual for me

[@spookybuk]

Dude, you even mentioned Tom and Jerry, but not Sun Wukong? Lupin III is so clearly inspired by the Monkey King (indeed a noir version of the Monkey King) that I guess Japanese people commenting on the character don't even mention it.

[@AnimeTopScholar]

Fair point

[@DragonBall-Manga-1984]

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[@AnimeTopScholar]

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[@SparkleCakezz]

Idc y'all I absolutely adore Part 3, I recommend! The soundtrack imo is just so unique and I could listen to it all day. On top of that, I enjoy the characterization of our main gang in it, it can just let loose and be silly. (Also as a hardcore Goe fan I LOVE him in this series)

[@AnimeTopScholar]

I'm glad you enjoy it. I was definitely very put off by part 3 when I watched it. Might have to give it another shot at some point

[@FullmoonPhantom-dn2sr]

No wonder I hated the redesigns in the Cagliostro movie. I wasn’t a fan of the more family friendly approach of Lupin. Chibi Lupin. Though, the movie is still enjoyable and with each Lupin looking so different, it’s fine to exist. Besides, it’s hard to hate Miyazaki’s first movie. I just remember because I enjoyed Pt1 first, I wasn’t a fan of the look in Cagliostro and the changes to Lupin franchise when I first saw the movie. It used to annoy me how people would enjoy the movie with all the changes. This was before I realized many see the movie without context of the Lupin franchise. Also, that it was normal for Lupin to look different in each part. I had only seen Pt1 back then and maybe some of the extras. I enjoy the movie as its own thing nowadays.

[@AnimeTopScholar]

I don't really hate the Cagliostro movie, but it's definitely not my favorite part of Lupin. On the flip side tho, Miyasaki's episodes in part 2 are easily some of my favorite episodes from Part 2