Lupin III vs. Detective Conan: The Movie

TMS Entertainment Fall 2013
ActionComedyMysteryShounen
7.7
Quality Score
0.15 (Mild Positive)
Audience Mood
6 / 10
Controversy
18,583
MAL Ratings

Synopsis

It is a cross over between the series Lupin III and Detective Conan and takes place after the television special Lupin the 3rd vs Detective Conan. The plot follows Conan Edogawa who sets out to apprehend Arsène Lupin III, the suspect of stealing a jewel called Cherry Sapphire. (Souce: Wikipedia)

Audience Consensus

Audience reception is mixed. While some viewers enjoyed the crossover elements, clever references, and thrilling moments, others found the plot bland, poorly executed, and lacking payoff. There's a sentiment that the movie favors Detective Conan over Lupin III, potentially alienating some Lupin fans.

Strengths

  • Fun crossover appealing to fans of both series.
  • Clever references and mock opening sequences.
  • Good voice acting in some scenes.
  • Thrilling plot and execution.

Weaknesses

  • Poorly executed story with a bland plot.
  • Lack of payoff for multiple subplots.
  • Lupin's limited screen time.
  • Unresolved storylines.
Available on: Hulu (availability varies by region)