Lupin III: Lupin Ikka Seizoroi
Synopsis
Special included with the Lupin 40th anniversary Blu-ray set. Lupin has invited all of his friends to a villa on a private island. It's the first time they've seen each other for the past five years. Lupin is planning a big surprise while they are all at the villa except Fujiko, Goemon and Jigen find Lupin's behavior to be unusual. They are also curious about who the man in the iron mask is, who is chained up to a wall for the reasons they are about to find out. (Source: ANN)
Audience Consensus
The special is well-received as a charming and exciting tribute to the Lupin franchise, particularly appreciated by longtime fans for its nostalgia and classic elements. The only drawback is its short length and limited availability. Overall, it's considered a worthwhile addition for Lupin enthusiasts.
Strengths
- Enjoyable and endearing, especially for long-time Lupin fans.
- Great voice cast and updated animation style.
- Classic Lupin plot twists and excitement packed into a short format.
Weaknesses
- Minimal story due to the short length.
- Hard to come by as it was part of a limited release.