Lupin the IIIrd: Fujimi no Ketsuzoku Anime Film Character Intro Trailer Released
Lupin the 3rd's first 2D feature film in 30 years, 'The Immortal Bloodline,' premieres in Japan on June 27, with a prequel anime streaming from June 20.
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**Lupin the IIIrd The Movie: The Immortal Bloodline**
*Image via [Lupin III franchise's Tumblr page](https://lupinnewseason.tumblr.com/post/783638353173151744/627%E9%87%91%E5%85%AC%E9%96%8Blupin-the-iiird-the-movie)*
**Upcoming Release**
The latest addition to the Lupin III franchise, **Lupin the IIIrd The Movie: The Immortal Bloodline**, is set to premiere in Japan on June 27, 2025. This marks the first new 2D feature-length anime film in the series in nearly 30 years, following **Lupin III: Dead or Alive** in 1996. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lupin_the_IIIrd_the_Movie%3A_The_Immortal_Bloodline?utm_source=openai))
**Prequel Series**
A prequel net anime titled **Lupin the IIIrd: Zenigata to Futari no Lupin** (Zenigata and the Two Lupins) will begin streaming on various platforms in Japan, including Amazon Prime Video, on June 20, 2025. The series focuses on Inspector Zenigata as the protagonist, delving into a plot involving multiple Lupins. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lupin_the_IIIrd_the_Movie%3A_The_Immortal_Bloodline?utm_source=openai))
**Creative Team**
The film is directed by **Takeshi Koike**, known for his work on previous Lupin III films such as **Jigen's Gravestone** and **Goemon's Blood Spray**. The screenplay is written by **Yūya Takahashi**, with music composed by **James Shimoji**. The production is handled by **Telecom Animation Film** and **TMS Entertainment**, with distribution by **Toho Next**. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lupin_the_IIIrd_the_Movie%3A_The_Immortal_Bloodline?utm_source=openai))
**Cast Additions**
New cast members include **Ainosuke Kataoka** as Muomu, an immortal man, and **Aoi Morikawa** as Sarifa, a mysterious girl who serves Muomu. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lupin_the_IIIrd_the_Movie%3A_The_Immortal_Bloodline?utm_source=openai))
**Theme Song**
The film's theme song, **"THE IIIRD Eye"**, is performed by the rock band **B'z**. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lupin_the_IIIrd_the_Movie%3A_The_Immortal_Bloodline?utm_source=openai))
**Note**
The Lupin III franchise has a rich history, with the original series debuting in 1971. Over the years, it has expanded to include various films, TV series, and specials, maintaining its popularity among fans worldwide. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lupin_the_Third?utm_source=openai))