Lupin the 3rd, Part 2 Season 3 Episode 17 Games of Chance
- January 29, 1979
- 24 min
Lupin the 3rd, Part 2 is an anime series that follows the exploits of master thief Arsène Lupin III and his partners in crime as they attempt to steal priceless treasures while evading capture by the police and rival criminals.
In season 3 episode 17, titled "Games of Chance," Lupin and his gang set their sights on a valuable collection of vintage cars located in the garage of a wealthy businessman. To gain access, Lupin poses as a professional gambler and challenges the businessman to a high-stakes game of baccarat. However, Lupin soon realizes that his opponent is cheating, and the game becomes a dangerous battle of wits as both men try to outsmart each other.
Meanwhile, Inspector Zenigata of Interpol is hot on Lupin's trail, determined to finally capture the elusive thief. With the help of his trusty sidekick, the bumbling police officer Oscar, Zenigata sets a trap for Lupin and his gang. But things quickly go awry when Lupin turns the tables and uses Zenigata's own plan against him.
As the two sides engage in a game of cat and mouse, Lupin's partner Jigen and his love interest Fujiko find themselves in perilous situations. Jigen is forced to confront his own mortality when he is kidnapped by a group of ruthless hitmen, while Fujiko must use all of her cunning and seductive skills to avoid falling into the hands of a sadistic billionaire.
With the stakes higher than ever, Lupin and his gang must use all of their skills and ingenuity to pull off their biggest heist yet. But as they navigate a labyrinth of treacherous allies and deadly enemies, they begin to realize that the greatest risk they face may be from within their own ranks.
"Games of Chance" is a thrilling and fast-paced episode that showcases the best of Lupin the 3rd's action, humor, and character dynamics. With a clever plot and a host of memorable supporting players, it is sure to be a crowd-pleaser for fans of the franchise and newcomers alike.