🧭 Watch order guide
Lupin the Third: Secret File watch order
1 core entry, 1 extra. Watching only the core story and movies takes about 35m. Generated from the franchise graph, so it updates when new seasons are announced.
1
core entries
0
movies to include
1
recaps / alt versions to skip
35m
total core runtime
Recommended order
- 1

Safe to skip
Recap compilations and alternative cuts that retell episodes you will already have seen.
Release order
- 1Lupin III: Pilot Film1969-01
- 2Lupin III: Secret File1978-12
Lupin the Third: Secret File watch order FAQ
What order should I watch Lupin the Third: Secret File in?
Follow the recommended order above: Lupin III: Secret File. Movies and side stories are slotted after the season they relate to.
How long does it take to watch all of Lupin the Third: Secret File?
The core story and movies run about 35m. At two hours a day that is roughly 1 days.
Where do I start Lupin the Third: Secret File?
Start with Lupin III: Secret File (1978), then follow the order above.
Can I skip the recaps?
Yes. Lupin III: Pilot Film retell events you have already seen and can be skipped.
Where does this order come from?
It is built automatically from the sequel, prequel, side-story and spin-off links in the Kitsu database and refreshed daily, so new seasons appear without manual edits.
