Ep. 13: Lupin pursues Zenigata to retrieve microfilm hidden in his molar while the inspector suffers hallucinations.
Aired on December 26, 1977
A criminal organization has concealed microfilm containing NASA-developed artificial diamond manufacturing secrets within a molar of Inspector Zenigata. Lupin is determined to obtain this microfilm, leading him to capture the inspector. However, Zenigata now believes he is experiencing hallucinations of Lupin everywhere he goes. This situation creates a bizarre reverse chase scenario where the pursuer must deal with the target's psychological distress. The narrative focuses on whether Zenigata's mind can withstand the pressure of this strange pursuit while Lupin attempts to secure the valuable data hidden in his tooth.
Episodes
- Ep. 9 · Lupin assists Sharaku's grandson in swapping forged artworks for authentic Ukiyoe pieces.
- Ep. 10 · Lupin faces a deadly trap at Marcel Dulane's Paris party while racing to save Fujiko.
- Ep. 11 · Lupin races in Monaco but loses his car and money in a rigged poker game
- Ep. 12 · Lupin Gang Targets Napoleon-Era Bordeaux Gifted to US President
- Ep. 13 · Lupin pursues Zenigata to retrieve microfilm hidden in his molar while the inspector suffers hallucinations.
- Ep. 14 · Lupin must return a cursed ruby to a Caribbean cult to save Fujiko from a mysterious fever.
- Ep. 15 · Lupin faces a gem theft challenge aboard the Hendenburg airship
- Ep. 16 · Lupin battles Transformation Sickness that turns him into a cruel criminal at midnight
- Ep. 17 · Lupin III confronts human bomb threats in a blackmail scheme targeting an Arab nation's oil fields.