Lupin The 3rd (1977) s01e18 Episode Script
Episode 18
"Welcome Miss Global Contest Representatives" Ooh! Here they come! They sure look like the Miss Global contestants, flown here from all over the world, too.
Whatcha mean? I see every one of them is a beauty.
How about it, Jigen? What d'ya say we steal the prettiest one? Don't be stupid.
You can't even handle Fujiko.
Who are those guys? The promoters of contest.
Those guys? I see the beauties and the beasts, huh? I've seen that face somewhere before It's this guy.
I guess my scrap book has some uses, after all.
The Masterpiece Thief Smith.
They couldn't arrest him due to lack of evidence.
It doesn't look like him at all, though.
Idiot.
That picture was taken 10 years ago.
Picture him without the glasses and the moustache.
Ah, I see The man who once captured the attention of the whole world, the Masterpiece Thief Smith, huh? That's right.
He stole masterpieces of every kind.
A Picasso, a Renoir A Da Vinci, and a piece by Japan's own Utamaro, among others.
And now he working as a promoter of a beauty contest, huh? The more devilish a man is, the more gentlemanly he will appear, I guess.
Next, fix your attention over there.
Who're those guys over there? Officially, they're the special judges for the contest.
And unofficially? Men who will spare no expense to acquire the finest of items, legally or otherwise.
Morgan, Godar, Sarkis The wealthiest men in Europe.
Beauties, the Masterpiece Thief and a bunch of rich people, huh? And? What is it that connects these three? That's what we're trying to find out.
C'mon, let's go.
Mark The Beauty Contest "Miss Global" Those are very important costumes for the contest.
Be careful with them.
"Miss Global", huh? How grand.
It's not the costumes the winner is decided by.
Well, shall we get going? TV? What's this for? Just shut up and follow my lead.
I'll be depending on you to watch my back.
H-hey! This will serve as the stage for the contest.
You're preparing for the worldwide live broadcast, right? Yes.
We have hired two Japanese professionals.
And the stage for the final judging? Right.
It's on the largest of those islands over there.
We've arranged for it to be held on the main island.
And our little secret will remain as such no matter what, right? Yes, of course.
Rest assured.
I'm counting on you.
After all, this is going to be the event of the century.
Hey, just why are we fooling around with TV cameras? Starting today, we're temporary part-time broadcasting staff.
But why? It's been a long time since Smith stole the masterpieces.
Masterpieces or not, you can't take them with you to the grave.
This is the plan I've devised: You guys will accompany our special judges and have them grade each item.
It'll appear as if they're grading the contestants on the stage.
I see.
So "Japan's beauty" is actually Utamaro's print of a beauty, huh? And the viewers will think they're simply serving as judges for the contest.
Exactly.
The points given will go towards both scoring the contestants and deciding who gets which painting.
What do you think? An interesting concept, no? Still, aren't they going a little overboard organizing a beauty contest just to barter for the paintings? Well, it's a well-known fact that stolen paintings are extremely hard to exchange for cash.
Buyers dare not come forward unless they are certain all will take place in secret.
That in mind, they thought up this contest.
They can barter out in the open, with everyone watching and it'll only serve to strengthen their alibis.
No one would think anything of it.
There's nothing suspicious about the world's richest men being here if they also happen to be the special judges for the beauty contest.
Now that's clever.
Even an info freak like me could only find out that much.
With them being so public about it, it's harder to figure out what's really going on.
Why fuss about in this get-up, then? We should just get it over with.
Nah, if we made our move now they might just call the deal off altogether.
Then everything would be lost.
So, we can't as much as lay a finger on them, huh? That's where the TV cameras come in.
If you want to crack a crime committed in public, there's no beating TV.
Still, you think they'll let their secrets slip that easily? That's what Goemon's gonna help us with.
Goemon? And Zenigata, too.
He has an important role to play in our little performance.
Performance, you say? Well, anyway, the first stage of our plan begins now.
Lupin! Lupin?! What? "Congratulations on successfully kicking off the Miss Global Contest.
"I regret to inform you that I must help myself to the most beautiful women in the world.
"Be prepared.
- Lupin the Third" That bastard Lupin must've figured us out.
No, that's not possible.
What should we do? Call the police.
Call Inspector Zenigata.
They say he has devoted his life to catching Lupin.
Still, isn't that a bit risky? How so? What if this Zenigata-fellow notices something? Don't worry.
This isn't something the police could figure out that easily.
Don't worry about Zenigata, worry about Lupin.
Call Zenigata right away! Y-yes, sir! "Miss Global Contest" Anything unusual? No, sir! It's starting.
And now, the very first Miss Global Contest begins! People of the world! This is the event of the century the Miss Global Contest! Who will be crowned the most beautiful woman on earth? The crown will be fought over by 25 beauties from all over the world.
The entire contest will be broadcast live all over the world.
Please sit back and enjoy the show.
Contestant no.
1, the representative of India - Miss Gandhi! Don't let you guard down, got it? We don't know what disguise Lupin could be using to sneak in.
Don't hesitate.
If you suspect someone might be Lupin in disguise arrest them at once! With a bit of luck, the moment of arrest will be broadcast live around the world! No.
5, the representative of France - Miss Arnould! What do you think of no.
5, Miss Arnould of France? You just wait.
No.
6, the representative of Spain - Miss Carmen! The representative of Italy - Miss Polo! The representative of Japan - Miss Kazuya! And lastly, no.
25, the representative of America - Miss Bergen! Looks like it's all gonna end well, after all.
It's a person! Arrest him! Arrest him! After him! Don't let him get away! How terrifying! A villainy character has just appeared here at the arena! What a preposterous turn of events! Let us observe carefully! That's the way, keep at him! Damn it! Hold it! He sure is a quick one Hey! Don't give up! Chase him to the last mile! People of the world! It seems as though the villain has managed to escape.
Since the contest cannot proceed at this time we will be taking a short break.
Thank you.
Jigen, let's take this change to "check on the machinery".
Fujiko-chan, could you take care of the cameras? Okay, leave it to me! What do you intend to do about this, Mr.
Smith? Don't worry.
All that's left is the final judging and the photo session for the contestants.
We'll simply push up the schedule a bit and finish everything by today.
Way to go, Goemon! Well, then, let's see if we caught anything of interest on tape.
Huh? It's backwards.
What's that? Something not meant to be seen.
Probably the scores for the contestants.
Still, the important info, like where the paintings are, or where the exchange is gonna take place We still don't know any of that stuff.
This will help us with that.
Right after this, take a good look.
Well, then, let's see what's inside there Nothing, it seems.
And that's it, huh? Man, what a total failure.
We didn't learn anything at all.
That can't be possible! I happened to come across this The catalog! I see! This is the trick behind the deal, no doubt about it.
Damn those sneaky Where in the world did they hide the paintings? Did something happen? Look, they've picked up their pace and are making their next move.
The main offenders were saying they'll go to the main island and hold the finals and the photo session today.
Today? Something smells fishy, here.
Did you see them carrying anything that might contain the masterpieces? The only thing they were carrying were those tiny bags, and the paintings wouldn't fit in those.
There's nothing, is there? And the contestants? They're empty-handed.
Ah, yes They do have the costume boxes.
For the photo sessions, you know? That's it! That has got to be it! Hey, let's take another look at that tape.
I'm not seeing anything new.
Right there! Costume boxes backstage.
Nothing strange about that.
Sure, but why are they there? Now that you mention it See? Smith and the others have all gone to secure the paintings.
Ah, I see! Damn! Why didn't I notice this sooner? That aside, we'd better hurry.
The boat will be leaving soon, Lupin.
All right, let's get moving right away! Mr.
Smith! We'd like to interview the contestants.
Well, all right.
Go ahead.
Thank you! Dear me, I'm glad we made it! Mr.
Smith! Hello, Mr.
Zenigata.
Whatever happened to that ruffian? I'm terribly sorry, he managed to escape.
However, we have sent out an emergency arrest warrant.
We'll catch him in no time.
Glad to hear that.
By the way, where's everybody headed? The island.
For the girls' photo session and the final judging.
We must hurry up and finish so the contestants and the audience can go home.
Yes, I agree.
I'll accompany the contestants there.
Ah, uh, Inspector! We'll be alright, please do not worry.
No, that won't do at all! Not as long as the contestants are onboard.
It is my duty to escort them! Inspector! We have an emergency! Lupin has been sighted in another area.
What? Lupin? Yes.
Maybe saying he was going to steal the contestants was just one of his infamous cons.
All right, I understand.
You take my place onboard this boat.
Yes, sir! What should we do? Pay no mind.
We can fool a mere cop or two.
Hey, get this boat moving! Sorry for the trouble! I can manage a disguise if I need to.
That aside, I bet Zenigata's panicking right about now, eh? Chief! Please give me the details of the situation! Where exactly has Lupin appeared at? What? Lupin? What are you talking about? Excuse me for a moment! I've come to interview the century's most beautiful artworks, er, I mean women.
Whoa, I guess we won't get a moment's peace here.
How about we find ourselves someplace a bit more quiet? I've got it! That small island over there! We've got time, right? Let's take a little detour! I bet it'd make a great backdrop for the photo session, too! Well, then, let us commence the special judging.
Before that, I would like to see the "souvenirs".
Huh? You do have the "souvenirs", right? Of course.
They're on the boat with the contestants.
It should be arriving soon.
Still, that's very careless of you! Do not worry.
I've got everything covered, including your alibis.
Richard.
Make sure the boat gets in safely.
Will do.
What took you so long?! Hurry up and take the costume boxes to the judges' room! Hey! What's wrong? Is anybody there? Aye aye, coming right up! Line them up over there.
Aye aye! Where are the contestants? Well, they're having the photo shoot on the small island we passed by.
They told us to come pick 'em up when they're done.
What about the police officer? Well, he was saying the world's most beautiful women are like works of art, or something like that.
He kept following the girls around, slobbering all over them.
I see.
All right, you can go now.
Aye aye.
As you can see, your "souvenirs" have arrived.
Well, then, I'll announce the results.
Gentlemen, please have your payment at hand.
Well, then, Richard, would you read us the results? Right.
No.
5, Miss Arnould of France, in other words, the Renoir, goes to Mr.
Morgan for $100,000.
No.
8, Japan's beauty or rather, the Utamaro print, for $60,000 to Mr.
Godar.
Seems your guess was on target.
Well, then, let's move on to the final stage! Hurry! Can't we go any faster? We've got trouble! The contestants have disappeared! What?! The contestants?! This has to be Lupin's doing! Well, then, gentlemen, could each of you please stand in front of the box with the number you've been given.
I'll explain to you how to collect your "souvenir".
First, please remove the cover.
Mr.
Smith, is it true the contestants have disappeared? The contestants? That's right! The women Lupin declared he would steal! Uh, well, that is That is what, Mr.
Smith? Just what are you guys up to here? Mr.
Smith, what is that huge pile of money? Uh, this Nothing, really What is it?! This is! Hey! Hurry up and open the other boxes! Th-this is? This is! I have stolen your beauties.
Yours, Lupin the Third.
What? Lupin? Lupin's the one who did this! No! Lupin doesn't do things like this! You used Lupin's name as a cover for kidnapping and selling these women! Hey! Arrest them! N-no! Y-you're mistaken! It's a misunderstanding! Damn that Lupin! Inspector! We've got trouble! One of the boats has gone missing! Wh-what was that?! That's my boat! Hi there, Pops Zenigata! Lupin! I certainly did steal the most beautiful women in the world, didn't I? Wh-what? Lupin! The gentlemen all together, eh? Watch carefully, now! I'll teach you how to truly appreciate masterpieces! For example, this is one way of enjoying them! My paintings! Give them back! That's mine! Give it back! Give me my painting back! I bought that! I see! Damn you, Lupin! How dare you use me again! Quite the opposite! This is a big arrest for you, Pops! Now, then, before your backup arrives, I'd better take my leave! Bye-bye! Damn you, Lupin! You'll pay for this! I'll arrest you next week! Damn it! Now for next week.
It's the battle against Detective Ganimard the Third who has come to provide security for the France Fair in an attempt to catch me, Lupin the Third and who is also the grandson of Arsene Lupin's arch enemy.
What am I going to do? I have no idea.
Just how am I gonna manage to steal the goods? Next week, "Which One Of The Third Generation Will Win?" You've got the channel set.
Plough through the red waves that wind around my feet The machine screams It's like a crazy morning light Walther P-38 in this hand The things that I hold in my hand they all disappear It's fate Lupin the Third
Whatcha mean? I see every one of them is a beauty.
How about it, Jigen? What d'ya say we steal the prettiest one? Don't be stupid.
You can't even handle Fujiko.
Who are those guys? The promoters of contest.
Those guys? I see the beauties and the beasts, huh? I've seen that face somewhere before It's this guy.
I guess my scrap book has some uses, after all.
The Masterpiece Thief Smith.
They couldn't arrest him due to lack of evidence.
It doesn't look like him at all, though.
Idiot.
That picture was taken 10 years ago.
Picture him without the glasses and the moustache.
Ah, I see The man who once captured the attention of the whole world, the Masterpiece Thief Smith, huh? That's right.
He stole masterpieces of every kind.
A Picasso, a Renoir A Da Vinci, and a piece by Japan's own Utamaro, among others.
And now he working as a promoter of a beauty contest, huh? The more devilish a man is, the more gentlemanly he will appear, I guess.
Next, fix your attention over there.
Who're those guys over there? Officially, they're the special judges for the contest.
And unofficially? Men who will spare no expense to acquire the finest of items, legally or otherwise.
Morgan, Godar, Sarkis The wealthiest men in Europe.
Beauties, the Masterpiece Thief and a bunch of rich people, huh? And? What is it that connects these three? That's what we're trying to find out.
C'mon, let's go.
Mark The Beauty Contest "Miss Global" Those are very important costumes for the contest.
Be careful with them.
"Miss Global", huh? How grand.
It's not the costumes the winner is decided by.
Well, shall we get going? TV? What's this for? Just shut up and follow my lead.
I'll be depending on you to watch my back.
H-hey! This will serve as the stage for the contest.
You're preparing for the worldwide live broadcast, right? Yes.
We have hired two Japanese professionals.
And the stage for the final judging? Right.
It's on the largest of those islands over there.
We've arranged for it to be held on the main island.
And our little secret will remain as such no matter what, right? Yes, of course.
Rest assured.
I'm counting on you.
After all, this is going to be the event of the century.
Hey, just why are we fooling around with TV cameras? Starting today, we're temporary part-time broadcasting staff.
But why? It's been a long time since Smith stole the masterpieces.
Masterpieces or not, you can't take them with you to the grave.
This is the plan I've devised: You guys will accompany our special judges and have them grade each item.
It'll appear as if they're grading the contestants on the stage.
I see.
So "Japan's beauty" is actually Utamaro's print of a beauty, huh? And the viewers will think they're simply serving as judges for the contest.
Exactly.
The points given will go towards both scoring the contestants and deciding who gets which painting.
What do you think? An interesting concept, no? Still, aren't they going a little overboard organizing a beauty contest just to barter for the paintings? Well, it's a well-known fact that stolen paintings are extremely hard to exchange for cash.
Buyers dare not come forward unless they are certain all will take place in secret.
That in mind, they thought up this contest.
They can barter out in the open, with everyone watching and it'll only serve to strengthen their alibis.
No one would think anything of it.
There's nothing suspicious about the world's richest men being here if they also happen to be the special judges for the beauty contest.
Now that's clever.
Even an info freak like me could only find out that much.
With them being so public about it, it's harder to figure out what's really going on.
Why fuss about in this get-up, then? We should just get it over with.
Nah, if we made our move now they might just call the deal off altogether.
Then everything would be lost.
So, we can't as much as lay a finger on them, huh? That's where the TV cameras come in.
If you want to crack a crime committed in public, there's no beating TV.
Still, you think they'll let their secrets slip that easily? That's what Goemon's gonna help us with.
Goemon? And Zenigata, too.
He has an important role to play in our little performance.
Performance, you say? Well, anyway, the first stage of our plan begins now.
Lupin! Lupin?! What? "Congratulations on successfully kicking off the Miss Global Contest.
"I regret to inform you that I must help myself to the most beautiful women in the world.
"Be prepared.
- Lupin the Third" That bastard Lupin must've figured us out.
No, that's not possible.
What should we do? Call the police.
Call Inspector Zenigata.
They say he has devoted his life to catching Lupin.
Still, isn't that a bit risky? How so? What if this Zenigata-fellow notices something? Don't worry.
This isn't something the police could figure out that easily.
Don't worry about Zenigata, worry about Lupin.
Call Zenigata right away! Y-yes, sir! "Miss Global Contest" Anything unusual? No, sir! It's starting.
And now, the very first Miss Global Contest begins! People of the world! This is the event of the century the Miss Global Contest! Who will be crowned the most beautiful woman on earth? The crown will be fought over by 25 beauties from all over the world.
The entire contest will be broadcast live all over the world.
Please sit back and enjoy the show.
Contestant no.
1, the representative of India - Miss Gandhi! Don't let you guard down, got it? We don't know what disguise Lupin could be using to sneak in.
Don't hesitate.
If you suspect someone might be Lupin in disguise arrest them at once! With a bit of luck, the moment of arrest will be broadcast live around the world! No.
5, the representative of France - Miss Arnould! What do you think of no.
5, Miss Arnould of France? You just wait.
No.
6, the representative of Spain - Miss Carmen! The representative of Italy - Miss Polo! The representative of Japan - Miss Kazuya! And lastly, no.
25, the representative of America - Miss Bergen! Looks like it's all gonna end well, after all.
It's a person! Arrest him! Arrest him! After him! Don't let him get away! How terrifying! A villainy character has just appeared here at the arena! What a preposterous turn of events! Let us observe carefully! That's the way, keep at him! Damn it! Hold it! He sure is a quick one Hey! Don't give up! Chase him to the last mile! People of the world! It seems as though the villain has managed to escape.
Since the contest cannot proceed at this time we will be taking a short break.
Thank you.
Jigen, let's take this change to "check on the machinery".
Fujiko-chan, could you take care of the cameras? Okay, leave it to me! What do you intend to do about this, Mr.
Smith? Don't worry.
All that's left is the final judging and the photo session for the contestants.
We'll simply push up the schedule a bit and finish everything by today.
Way to go, Goemon! Well, then, let's see if we caught anything of interest on tape.
Huh? It's backwards.
What's that? Something not meant to be seen.
Probably the scores for the contestants.
Still, the important info, like where the paintings are, or where the exchange is gonna take place We still don't know any of that stuff.
This will help us with that.
Right after this, take a good look.
Well, then, let's see what's inside there Nothing, it seems.
And that's it, huh? Man, what a total failure.
We didn't learn anything at all.
That can't be possible! I happened to come across this The catalog! I see! This is the trick behind the deal, no doubt about it.
Damn those sneaky Where in the world did they hide the paintings? Did something happen? Look, they've picked up their pace and are making their next move.
The main offenders were saying they'll go to the main island and hold the finals and the photo session today.
Today? Something smells fishy, here.
Did you see them carrying anything that might contain the masterpieces? The only thing they were carrying were those tiny bags, and the paintings wouldn't fit in those.
There's nothing, is there? And the contestants? They're empty-handed.
Ah, yes They do have the costume boxes.
For the photo sessions, you know? That's it! That has got to be it! Hey, let's take another look at that tape.
I'm not seeing anything new.
Right there! Costume boxes backstage.
Nothing strange about that.
Sure, but why are they there? Now that you mention it See? Smith and the others have all gone to secure the paintings.
Ah, I see! Damn! Why didn't I notice this sooner? That aside, we'd better hurry.
The boat will be leaving soon, Lupin.
All right, let's get moving right away! Mr.
Smith! We'd like to interview the contestants.
Well, all right.
Go ahead.
Thank you! Dear me, I'm glad we made it! Mr.
Smith! Hello, Mr.
Zenigata.
Whatever happened to that ruffian? I'm terribly sorry, he managed to escape.
However, we have sent out an emergency arrest warrant.
We'll catch him in no time.
Glad to hear that.
By the way, where's everybody headed? The island.
For the girls' photo session and the final judging.
We must hurry up and finish so the contestants and the audience can go home.
Yes, I agree.
I'll accompany the contestants there.
Ah, uh, Inspector! We'll be alright, please do not worry.
No, that won't do at all! Not as long as the contestants are onboard.
It is my duty to escort them! Inspector! We have an emergency! Lupin has been sighted in another area.
What? Lupin? Yes.
Maybe saying he was going to steal the contestants was just one of his infamous cons.
All right, I understand.
You take my place onboard this boat.
Yes, sir! What should we do? Pay no mind.
We can fool a mere cop or two.
Hey, get this boat moving! Sorry for the trouble! I can manage a disguise if I need to.
That aside, I bet Zenigata's panicking right about now, eh? Chief! Please give me the details of the situation! Where exactly has Lupin appeared at? What? Lupin? What are you talking about? Excuse me for a moment! I've come to interview the century's most beautiful artworks, er, I mean women.
Whoa, I guess we won't get a moment's peace here.
How about we find ourselves someplace a bit more quiet? I've got it! That small island over there! We've got time, right? Let's take a little detour! I bet it'd make a great backdrop for the photo session, too! Well, then, let us commence the special judging.
Before that, I would like to see the "souvenirs".
Huh? You do have the "souvenirs", right? Of course.
They're on the boat with the contestants.
It should be arriving soon.
Still, that's very careless of you! Do not worry.
I've got everything covered, including your alibis.
Richard.
Make sure the boat gets in safely.
Will do.
What took you so long?! Hurry up and take the costume boxes to the judges' room! Hey! What's wrong? Is anybody there? Aye aye, coming right up! Line them up over there.
Aye aye! Where are the contestants? Well, they're having the photo shoot on the small island we passed by.
They told us to come pick 'em up when they're done.
What about the police officer? Well, he was saying the world's most beautiful women are like works of art, or something like that.
He kept following the girls around, slobbering all over them.
I see.
All right, you can go now.
Aye aye.
As you can see, your "souvenirs" have arrived.
Well, then, I'll announce the results.
Gentlemen, please have your payment at hand.
Well, then, Richard, would you read us the results? Right.
No.
5, Miss Arnould of France, in other words, the Renoir, goes to Mr.
Morgan for $100,000.
No.
8, Japan's beauty or rather, the Utamaro print, for $60,000 to Mr.
Godar.
Seems your guess was on target.
Well, then, let's move on to the final stage! Hurry! Can't we go any faster? We've got trouble! The contestants have disappeared! What?! The contestants?! This has to be Lupin's doing! Well, then, gentlemen, could each of you please stand in front of the box with the number you've been given.
I'll explain to you how to collect your "souvenir".
First, please remove the cover.
Mr.
Smith, is it true the contestants have disappeared? The contestants? That's right! The women Lupin declared he would steal! Uh, well, that is That is what, Mr.
Smith? Just what are you guys up to here? Mr.
Smith, what is that huge pile of money? Uh, this Nothing, really What is it?! This is! Hey! Hurry up and open the other boxes! Th-this is? This is! I have stolen your beauties.
Yours, Lupin the Third.
What? Lupin? Lupin's the one who did this! No! Lupin doesn't do things like this! You used Lupin's name as a cover for kidnapping and selling these women! Hey! Arrest them! N-no! Y-you're mistaken! It's a misunderstanding! Damn that Lupin! Inspector! We've got trouble! One of the boats has gone missing! Wh-what was that?! That's my boat! Hi there, Pops Zenigata! Lupin! I certainly did steal the most beautiful women in the world, didn't I? Wh-what? Lupin! The gentlemen all together, eh? Watch carefully, now! I'll teach you how to truly appreciate masterpieces! For example, this is one way of enjoying them! My paintings! Give them back! That's mine! Give it back! Give me my painting back! I bought that! I see! Damn you, Lupin! How dare you use me again! Quite the opposite! This is a big arrest for you, Pops! Now, then, before your backup arrives, I'd better take my leave! Bye-bye! Damn you, Lupin! You'll pay for this! I'll arrest you next week! Damn it! Now for next week.
It's the battle against Detective Ganimard the Third who has come to provide security for the France Fair in an attempt to catch me, Lupin the Third and who is also the grandson of Arsene Lupin's arch enemy.
What am I going to do? I have no idea.
Just how am I gonna manage to steal the goods? Next week, "Which One Of The Third Generation Will Win?" You've got the channel set.
Plough through the red waves that wind around my feet The machine screams It's like a crazy morning light Walther P-38 in this hand The things that I hold in my hand they all disappear It's fate Lupin the Third