#VIDEO: Look Back on the History of Lupin the Third, Anime's Greatest Gentleman Thief

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“#VIDEO: Look Back on the History of Lupin the Third, Anime's Greatest Gentleman Thief”
He's been a mainstay in the world of manga and anime ever since he stole onto the scene in 1967. Now, to celebrate the premiere of Lupin the 3rd's first CG animated film, we're taking you on a trip down his timeline — through every iteration, medium, and jacket color.
Join Tim Lyu over on the Crunchyroll YouTube channel as he walks us through the early career of Kazuhiko Katō (better known to you and me as Monkey Punch), the inspiration for the gentleman thief, and the challenges the series faced throughout its history. Even if you consider yourself an expert on this anime legend, you'll still want to give the vid a watch — there may well be some facts you've missed!
You can get watching right here:
Many thanks to the researchers, editors, and animators who helped bring this video to life.
Don't forget, Lupin the 3rd: The First is now available for pre-order from Right Stuf Anime.
Watch classic episodes of Lupin the 3rd on Crunchyroll!
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