Lupin the Third: The Castle of Cagliostro

Believe in the Thief.

Release Date 1979-07-06

Runtime 102 minutes

Genres Animation, Adventure, Comedy, Crime,

Status Released

Overview

After a successful robbery leaves famed thief Lupin the Third and his partner Jigen with nothing but a large amount of expertly crafted counterfeit bills, he decides to track down the forgers responsible—and steal any other treasures he may find in the Castle of Cagliostro, including the 'damsel in distress' he finds imprisoned there.

Budget $7,202,188

Revenue $8,194,857

Vote Average 7.5/10

Vote Count 1069

Popularity 2.9133

Original Language ja

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What makes this movie Worth Watching

Set in post-WWII Italy, the movie draws inspiration from Italian culture and architecture. The character designs, including Lupin himself, are heavily influenced by European styles.

The movie showcases the unique blend of humor, adventure, and suspense in a classic caper story.
It offers stunning animation quality for its time, with intricate details and expressive character designs.
Lupin III: The Castle of Cagliostro serves as an excellent introduction to the popular manga/anime series.
The film's music score, composed by Yuji Ohno, is a standout element that enhances the overall experience.

Fun Facts

'The Castle of Cagliostro' was director Hayao Miyazaki's debut film before he became renowned for his work at Studio Ghibli.
Some believe that the character Clarisse, Princess Clarice, is based on Grace Kelly, an American actress who married Prince Rainier III of Monaco.
In 1987, a live-action adaptation titled 'The Castle of Cagliostro' was released in Japan, starring Takeshi Kaneshiro as Lupin.