LUPIN THE IIIRD: Legendary Strong Enemy Mamo Returns in New Movie `Fushin no Keizoku`! Ultimate Surprise Draws Reactions: “Seriously the Best!”, “Hard-boiled Lupin Super Hot!”

A Deep Dive into LUPIN THE IIIRD THE MOVIE Fushimi no Ketsuzoku: Connecting the Past and Present

Exciting new scenes have been revealed from the animated theatrical film, LUPIN THE IIIRD THE MOVIE Fushimi no Ketsuzoku, which premiered on June 27, 2025. These scenes showcase the return of Mamoo, a character first seen in the very first theatrical Lupin film, Lupin the 3rd Lupin VS Kurone. This reveal underscores the new movie’s ambitious scale, weaving in elements from past works.

LUPIN THE IIIRD THE MOVIE Fushimi no Ketsuzoku marks a significant return, being the first 2D animated theatrical film in the “Lupin the 3rd” series in approximately 30 years, since 1996’s Lupin the 3rd DEAD OR ALIVE.

The story unfolds on a mysterious island not found on any map. Lupin and his companions venture there seeking treasure, only to be confronted by Muomu, a grotesque, seemingly immortal entity. Faced with this overwhelming power, the Lupin gang is pushed into an unprecedented crisis.

However, it is soon revealed that the true mastermind behind the menacing Muomu is the cult-favorite villain, Mamoo. Mamoo originally appeared in Lupin the 3rd Lupin VS Kurone, where he plotted world domination using cloning technology. While LUPIN THE IIIRD THE MOVIE Fushimi no Ketsuzoku has been promoted with the tagline “A story that connects to all Lupin the 3rd,” the reveal of Mamoo’s involvement brings that meaning into sharp focus.

This shocking event, positioned to solidify the standing of Director Koike Takeshi’s “LUPIN THE IIIRD” series, generated significant buzz on social media upon its release. Fans lauded the film with comments such as “A masterpiece packed with all the ‘interesting’ aspects of Lupin the 3rd!”, “Gachi de saikou datta!”, “Hardboiled Lupin gekiatsu”, and “Finally encountered a gritty animated film again!”.

This past week, a special video was released, showcasing Mamoo holding a monitor conference with figures from various countries, seemingly pulling the strings of the world from behind the scenes. The video also depicted a scene where Mamoo shows a clear obsession with Mine Fujiko. The deepening conflict between Mamoo and the Lupin gang is definitely something to watch out for.

Movie Details

LUPIN THE IIIRD THE MOVIE Fushimi no Ketsuzoku
Currently Showing to Great Acclaim
Distributed by TOHO NEXT

Story

Lupin the 3rd and his crew set sail for the Bermuda Triangle, aiming for a “mystery island” that doesn’t appear on any world map. Their goal is to uncover the identity of the mastermind who has been sending assassins after them and to expose the vast treasure hidden there. However, as they approach the island, their plane is shot down, forcing the group to make a crash landing on the island of death.
What greeted them was a scene resembling the end of the world, littered with mountains of decaying weapons and nuclear missiles, and roamed by “trash humans” – beings once used as weapons and then discarded. The island is shrouded in fog and filled with a poison that causes death within 24 hours, offering no escape.
The island’s支配者 (shihai-sha – ruler), Muomu, champions eternal youth and immortality, seeking to dominate the world through selection and exclusion. Facing an “undying enemy” impervious to guns and swords, Lupin enters a strategic battle, wagering his past, his pride, and his conviction as a thief.
Can Lupin steal everything and escape the island alive within 24 hours──？

Staff & Cast

Original Work: Monkey Punch （C）TMS

by Takahashi Katsunori

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