Rupan sansei: Bai bai ribatî kiki ippatsu!

It is clear when watching this film that this was not made for the theatres. This is a made for TV animated Lupin adventure, and the quality of the animation, music and voice acting reflect the reduced budget. Perhaps I mis-spoke, this isn't "Lupin" this is "Wolf" not to be confused. I do know that Lupin is Latin for Wolf, but it is still odd to hear characters refer to the famous thief by this name.

One more issue, this movie decides to add a little kid to the formula. He's not detective Conan, but he is likewise unreasonably smart for a child.

Despite all of those facts working against it, the charm of the characters still shines through. Lupin still manages to be his usual charming thief self, and the usual crew all get some time to shine.

Lupin also joins the elusive group along with Shredder and Egon as people who have successfully stolen the Statue of Liberty. I like how this is just a little side quest for Lupin, it isn't all that difficult for him.

If you are a Lupin fan and are forgiving on some lesser story and animation beats, this film should get you by.