Reader’s Question:
I’m looking for a specific TV special from the Lupin III series. The plot involves Lupin targeting a treasure that is a book, which belongs to either a wealthy individual or the head of a large corporation. At some point, Lupin and his team end up teaming up with
the owner’s child (a girl). With her help, they manage to get the book, but it turns out to be filled with the child’s scribbles, making it unreadable. In the end, something happens that causes the building owned by the owner to collapse. The only part I clearly remember is the scene where the treasure, which was supposed to be a valuable book, is ruined by the child’s doodles. I’m certain it’s a Lupin III TV special, so if anyone knows which one I’m talking about, I would really appreciate your help!
Chasing the Elusive Lupin III Special
So, I was just scrolling through some forums and came across a question that really sparked my memory about a particular Lupin III special. You know how sometimes you hear a prompt that just pulls you back into a nostalgic rabbit hole? This one did just that! The user described a plot where Lupin is after this treasure—a book that supposedly holds immense value, but then it turns out to be filled with the doodles of a child. I mean, how classic is that? You can almost visualize the scene where Lupin, in all his suave glory, is flabbergasted to discover that his grand treasure hunt has led him to a glorified scrapbook. Then there was a response mentioning “Kutabare Nosutoradamu,” which got me thinking. This film has some memorable moments too! It features Fujiko being brainwashed and a touching scene where she warms up an almost frozen Lupin. I remember laughing out loud at the absurdity of it all, especially with that little boy who has a ship! It’s wild how these characters blend humor with action, creating such hilarious interactions. I’ve always loved how Lupin III walks that fine line between comedy and adventure. The characters are so rich and quirky—Lupin’s cleverness, Jigen’s deadpan humor, and Goemon’s samurai honor often lead to these hilarious misunderstandings. It’s like every episode or special is a rollercoaster ride of emotions, laughter, and unexpected twists. As a dad, I’ve found myself sharing these gems with my own kid. Just the other day, we were watching one of the episodes, and I couldn’t help but chuckle at how my little one was more fascinated by the action scenes than the actual plot. It reminded me of how I used to watch those shows, completely absorbed in the thrill of the chase and the clever quips. Anyway, if anyone has a clearer idea about that specific Lupin III special mentioned, I’d love to hear about it! And if you’ve had similar experiences with shows that evoke nostalgia or laughter, drop a comment below! It’s always fun to connect over these quirky moments in our favorite series.
