Lupin the 3rd, Part 2 Season 4 Episode 16 Lupin Kills Lupin
- January 21, 1980
- 24 min
Lupin the 3rd Part 2 season 4 episode 16, titled "Lupin Kills Lupin," follows the iconic thief Arsene Lupin III and his colorful gang as they attempt to steal a precious Russian artifact from a heavily-guarded museum. However, their plans are thwarted when Lupin receives a mysterious message from someone claiming to be another Lupin, his doppelganger.
The episode begins with Lupin and his partner in crime, Jigen, devising a plan to steal a precious Russian artifact called the "Czar's Tear" from a heavily-guarded museum. As they sneak into the museum, they encounter a strange figure who looks exactly like Lupin, with the same outfit and signature hat. The figure introduces himself as Lupin III and challenges the real Lupin to a game of cat and mouse, promising to steal the Czar's Tear before he does.
At first, Lupin brushes off the doppelganger's challenge, thinking it's just a joke or a trap set by his enemies. But the more he thinks about it, the more he realizes that his double might be a real threat to his reputation as the world's greatest thief. After all, if there are two Lupins running around, how can anyone tell who the real one is?
Determined to prove his superiority, Lupin accepts the challenge and sets out to steal the Czar's Tear before his imposter can. However, he soon realizes that his double is not to be underestimated, as he seems to know everything Lupin knows, from his favorite tricks to his darkest secrets. Worse yet, the fake Lupin seems to be one step ahead of him at every turn, thwarting his plans and teasing him with cryptic clues.
As the game of cat and mouse between the two Lupins intensifies, their respective partners, Jigen and Goemon, also get involved, watching from the sidelines and trying to figure out what's going on. At first, they think it's just a case of mistaken identity or a crazy prank by Lupin's enemies, but as they witness the two Lupins face off against each other, they realize that something more sinister is at play.
Without revealing any spoilers, "Lupin Kills Lupin" is a thrilling and suspenseful episode that showcases the best of Lupin III's character, from his wit and charm to his determination and resourcefulness. The doppelganger angle adds a twist to the usual heist plotline, making it harder for the audience to predict what will happen next and keeping them on the edge of their seats. Whether or not the real Lupin manages to outsmart his imposter and steal the Czar's Tear remains to be seen, but one thing is for sure: this episode is a must-watch for any Lupin III fan or fan of heist movies in general.