Monkey Punch's manga series Lupin III was first published, introducing the character Arsène Lupin III to the world.
The first Lupin III anime television series premiered, bringing the manga to life in animated form for the first time.
The sequel anime series Lupin the Third Part II (also known as the Red Jacket series) began airing, increasing the popularity of the franchise.
Hayao Miyazaki directed the Lupin III film The Castle of Cagliostro, which became a classic and is widely celebrated.
Lupin III Part III anime series started airing, featuring a new style and characterization.
Another theatrical film in the franchise, continuing the adventures of Lupin and his gang.
New anime series set mainly in Italy aired, bringing fresh stories and modern animation to the franchise.
The fifth TV anime series in the franchise aired, continuing Lupin's escapades in France with high praise for its contemporary setting.
Arsène Lupin III, grandson of the original gentleman thief Arsène Lupin, is born.
Lupin III starts his journey as a master thief, inheriting his grandfather's skills and reputation.
Lupin III meets Daisuke Jigen, a sharpshooter and marksman who becomes his close partner and ally.
Goemon Ishikawa XIII, the master swordsman, joins Lupin's crew, adding formidable skills to the team.
The femme fatale Fujiko Mine first meets Lupin III, beginning a complex and often adversarial relationship.
Inspector Zenigata starts his lifelong pursuit of Lupin III, dedicated to capturing him at any cost.
Lupin orchestrates an elaborate heist to steal the legendary gold treasure of a sunken ship.
Lupin uncovers and disrupts a counterfeiting operation in the country of Cagliostro while rescuing Clarisse.
Lupin faces off against the Black Rose Gang during a major heist involving a priceless gemstone.
Lupin steals the Twilight Gemini statues, uncovering a conspiracy involving a secret society.
Zenigata is temporarily captured and hospitalized, pausing his chase of Lupin.
Lupin, Jigen, and Goemon collaborate on a high-profile international heist targeting a mafia boss.
Lupin faces the enigmatic assassin Carmen C. in a deadly game of wits and unexpected alliances.
After decades on the run, Lupin considers retirement following a near-death experience.
Lupin emerges from retirement to take on a new, dangerous heist involving the Mona Lisa.
Lupin meets his father for the first time, uncovering hidden family secrets.
Lupin steals a valuable jewel during an elaborate heist at an opera house.
Lupin forms a lasting alliance with Clarisse, the princess of Cagliostro.
Lupin and Zenigata face off in a dramatic pursuit that tests their complex relationship.
