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Lupin the Third: Episode 0: First Contact (2002)
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📖 Story
The stickup that started it all! Lupin III and Fujiko are both after an ancient artifact Jigen is supposed to protect, while Goemon happens to be searching for his clan’s lost treasure nearby. Of course, Inspector Zenigata isn’t far behind. This is the story of our heroes’ very first meeting!
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Strong recommendationChaotic comedy
EnergyRising and charged
TonePlayful comedy
ExperienceRule-breaking fun and mischief
Best suited forstreet-level crime, gang conflicts, and direct tension
What to expect from this title?Expect a playful comedy that moves on attitude, quick gags, and easy momentum more than emotional depth.
Easy to enter quicklyBuilt for quick funClear and accessible mood
🛡️ Age guidance & viewing advice
Older teens
Family supervision is recommended for younger viewers.
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Best suited for13
Content levelTeen content
GuidanceMay not suit younger children
Rating methodOfficial source
ConfidenceHigh
SourceOfficial rating • United States • TMDB
• Violence & action
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Viewer insight Lupin the Third: Episode 0: First Contact is a 2002 film in the Animation / TV Movie category from Japan. Directed by Minoru Ohara. Starring Kanichi Kurita and Kiyoshi Kobayashi. Runtime: about 90 minutes. Original language: Japanese. TMDB rating: 6.6/10.
Genre: Animation / TV Movie, Released in 2002, Original language: Japanese, Production: Japan, Runtime: about 90 minutes, Starring Kanichi Kurita and Kiyoshi Kobayashi.
Runtime
90 min
Original language
Japanese
Country of origin
Japan
Type
Movie
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Cast & crew
Kanichi Kurita
Arsène Lupin III (voice)
Kiyoshi Kobayashi
Daisuke Jigen (voice)
Eiko Masuyama
Fujiko Mine (voice)
Makio Inoue
Goemon Ishikawa XIII (voice)
Gorō Naya
Inspector Koichi Zenigata (voice)
Romi Park
Elenor (voice)
Shūichirō Moriyama
Galvez (voice)
Shunsuke Sakuno
Shade (voice)
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Jurota Kosugi
Brad (voice)
Masaru Ikeda
Crawford (voice)
Ichiro Nagai
Detective George McFly (voice)
Tamio Ohki
Hans Dollarhyde (voice)
Daisuke Egawa
Additional Voices
Daisuke Ono
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Director: Minoru Ohara
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1What is movie Lupin the Third: Episode 0: First Contact (2002)?
It is a movie released in 2002 within the Animation, TV Movie, Action, Comedy, Crime category.
2What is the story of Lupin the Third: Episode 0: First Contact?
Lupin the Third: Episode 0: First Contact (2002) is a movie in the Animation, TV Movie, Action, Comedy, Crime category on ShofHub. Explore the story, cast, rating, trailer, and official availability details.
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4What is the rating of Lupin the Third: Episode 0: First Contact?
It currently holds a TMDB rating of 6.6/10 based on 48 ratings.
5What is the runtime of Lupin the Third: Episode 0: First Contact?
Its runtime is about 90 minutes.
6What kind of viewers is Lupin the Third: Episode 0: First Contact best suited for?
A hard-edged crime watch with direct street tension, shifting loyalties, and pressure that stays active for most of the runtime.
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