An Anime Icon Confronts His Legacy In Lupin The IIIrd: The Movie-The Immortal Bloodline
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Carl Roberts 
Japan’s famous gentleman thief is stealing his way into UK & Irish cinemas. This comes with the release of the anime Lupin The IIIrd: The Movie-The Immortal Bloodline.
Japan’s famous gentleman thief has set his sights on cinemas across the UK & Ireland in his most daring heist yet. In addition, he is a pop culture icon with a legacy spanning over 50 years. Anime Limited are excited to announce that the latest action-packed adventure, LUPIN THE IIIRD: The Movie – The Immortal Bloodline, is releasing exclusively in cinemas from Saturday, 21 February 2026.
Celebrated director Takeshi Koike (Redline, The Animatrix) combines his trademark kinetic visual flair with the pulp tones of characters inspired by James Bond and MAD magazine, was well as a dash of Ridley Scott’s Prometheus to create LUPIN THE IIIRD: The Movie – The Immortal Bloodline: an adrenaline infused Sci-Fi adventure that connects celebrated capers past and present, forcing to Lupin and the gang to confront their deadliest foes, and their legacy. Takeshi Koike will also feature in a pre-recorded introduction to the film that will be shown exclusively in cinemas.
Anime News Network has described the film as “Fun, action-packed, and wonderfully animated”. See what they are talking about with the trailer below:
THE PREMISE
After fending off a series of skilled assassins, gentleman thief Lupin III and his band of allies follow a strange invitation to an uncharted island. When their plane is shot down, the gang is stranded. Soon, they are hunted by the island’s inhabitants, past enemies, and a monstrous immortal being known as Muom. Muom threatens to destroy Lupin’s legacy. As a deadly toxic fog settles over them, Lupin must confront his greatest enemy. This is his most daring escapade yet.
ABOUT LUPIN III
First appearing over 50 years ago in Monkey Punch’s original manga, the master thief Lupin III, his criminal cohorts, and the determined Inspector Zenigata have starred in adventures across a range of tones and styles. These stories nurtured talent who would become Japan’s most celebrated filmmakers. The creators include the legendary Studio Ghibli co-founders Hayao Miyazaki and the late Isao Takahata. Furthermore, B-movie icon Seijun Suzuki (Branded to Kill, Lupin III: The Legend of the Gold of Babylon), and modern breakthroughs like Takashi Yamazaki (Godzilla Minus One, Lupin III: The First) have contributed. With anime films fast emerging as a global box office force, they can rival even Hollywood blockbusters. There’s no better time to explore the stories that defined the medium.
Lupin The IIIrd: The Movie – The Immortal Bloodline is releasing in cinemas in Japanese with English subtitles from Saturday, 21st February.
Introducing Carl! As the News Editor at Future of the Force, Carl has been an invaluable member of our team since early 2016. His expertise and dedication have made him an integral part of our editorial staff. Beyond his professional role, Carl is a fervent supporter of Liverpool F.C. and an avid follower of pop culture. He has a deep passion for Halloween, Friday the 13th, and the iconic movie franchises Star Wars and Star Trek.
He can be found either at his neighborhood cinema, enjoying the latest releases on the big screen, or at home streaming the newest blockbuster movies.
