Lupin the Third: Episode 0: First Contact
2002, Japanese. Directed by Minoru Ohara.
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!
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Japanese
- Rated
- PG-13
Start now and it ends at ….
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 50 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Minoru OharaDirector
- Kanichi KuritaArsène Lupin III (voice)
- Kiyoshi KobayashiDaisuke Jigen (voice)
- Eiko MasuyamaFujiko Mine (voice)
- Makio InoueGoemon Ishikawa XIII (voice)
- Gorō NayaInspector Koichi Zenigata (voice)
- Romi ParkElenor (voice)
- Shūichirō MoriyamaGalvez (voice)
- Shunsuke SakunoShade (voice)
- Jurota KosugiBrad (voice)
- Masaru IkedaCrawford (voice)
- Ichiro NagaiDetective George McFly (voice)
- Tamio OhkiHans Dollarhyde (voice)
Details
- Released
- 26 July 2002
- Original title
- ルパン三世 EPISODE:0 ファーストコンタクト
- Country
- Japan
- Written by
- Shouji Yonemura
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What Lupin the Third: Episode 0: First Contact is based on
Lupin the Third: Episode 0: First Contact is based on Lupin III, a manga by Monkey Punch.
Manga
Lupin III
By Monkey Punch
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Lupin the Third: Episode 0: First Contact: quick answers
What should I watch before Lupin the Third: Episode 0: First Contact?
Watch Lupin the Third: The Columbus Files (1999), Lupin the Third: Missed by a Dollar (2000), Lupin the Third: Alcatraz Connection (2001), and Lupin the Third: Return of Pycal (2002) first, plus 6 earlier titles listed on this page.
What comes after Lupin the Third: Episode 0: First Contact?
Next in the series: Lupin the Third: Operation: Return the Treasure (2003), Lupin the Third: Swallowtail Tattoo (2004), and Lupin the Third: Angel Tactics (2005).
Is Lupin the Third: Episode 0: First Contact worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 50 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Lupin the Third: Episode 0: First Contact?
Lupin the Third: Episode 0: First Contact runs 90 minutes (1h 30m).
Does Lupin the Third: Episode 0: First Contact have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Lupin the Third: Episode 0: First Contact. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Lupin the Third: Episode 0: First Contact parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Lupin the Third: Episode 0: First Contact is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Lupin the Third: Episode 0: First Contact on?
Lupin the Third: Episode 0: First Contact isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Lupin the Third: Episode 0: First Contact?
If you liked Lupin the Third: Episode 0: First Contact, try Lupin the Third: The Pursuit of Harimao's Treasure, Lupin the Third vs. Detective Conan, Lupin the Third: Angel Tactics.
Who directed Lupin the Third: Episode 0: First Contact?
Lupin the Third: Episode 0: First Contact (2002) was directed by Minoru Ohara and stars Kanichi Kurita, Kiyoshi Kobayashi, Eiko Masuyama.
What is Lupin the Third: Episode 0: First Contact based on?
Lupin the Third: Episode 0: First Contact is based on Lupin III, a manga by Monkey Punch.