Ep 2. The Man They Called a Magician
- Not Rated
- October 31, 1971
Lupin the Third Part 1 season 1 episode 2, "The Man They Called a Magician," is a thrilling adventure that follows Lupin and his gang as they attempt to steal a valuable necklace from a famous magician named Zylberstein. Lupin is intrigued by Zylberstein's reputation as a master of illusion and decides to test his skills by stealing the necklace during one of his shows.
The episode begins with Lupin and Jigen studying Zylberstein's routines in order to plan their heist. They soon discover that Zylberstein is a highly skilled magician who uses his tricks to distract and misdirect his audience. However, Lupin is undaunted and decides to go ahead with the plan.
During the show, Lupin manages to sneak onto the stage disguised as an assistant, while Jigen provides cover from the audience. Lupin attempts to steal the necklace while Zylberstein is distracted by his own illusions, but is shocked to find that the necklace is actually a fake.
Undeterred, Lupin sets his sights on stealing Zylberstein's prized possession - a rare diamond that was once owned by a famous pirate. The diamond is stored in a safe that Zylberstein claims is impenetrable, but Lupin is not one to be deterred by a challenge.
In a thrilling sequence, Lupin uses his skills and ingenuity to crack the safe and steal the diamond, all while being pursued by Zylberstein and his henchmen. Along the way, Lupin also finds time to flirt with Fujiko, who is working undercover as a member of Zylberstein's crew.
As the episode draws to a close, Lupin and his gang successfully escape with the diamond, but are forced to relinquish it to a mysterious woman who claims to be a descendant of the pirate who originally owned it. The woman proves to be a worthy opponent for Lupin, and the two engage in a game of wits and trickery that sets the stage for future episodes.
Overall, "The Man They Called a Magician" is a fast-paced and entertaining episode that showcases Lupin's skills as a master thief and introduces some memorable characters and plot points. Fans of the series will not be disappointed by this early installment, which sets the tone for the adventures to come.