What Happens at the End of Lupin the Third: Goodbye Partner?

A warrant’s been issued for an arrest but this time, it’s not for Lupin. Authorities are after Inspector Zenigata as they suspect Pops has been in cahoots with the master thief all along. In an effort to vouch for Zenigata’s innocence, Lupin is challenged to steal the curious Time Crystal. As Lupin and his gang go after the famed diamond he’s confronted with the unexpected betrayal of his most trusted partner.

Jun Kawagoe's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Kanichi Kurita (Arsène Lupin III (voice))'s journey. Authorities are after Inspector Zenigata as they suspect Pops has been in cahoots with the master thief all along.

As part of the Lupin the Third Collection, the ending carries additional weight for fans following the franchise.

How Does Kanichi Kurita (Arsène Lupin III (voice))'s Story End?

• Kanichi Kurita: Kanichi Kurita's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
• Kiyoshi Kobayashi (Daisuke Jigen (voice)): Kiyoshi Kobayashi's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
• Miyuki Sawashiro (Fujiko Mine (voice)): Miyuki Sawashiro's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.

What Does the Ending of Lupin the Third: Goodbye Partner Mean?

Lupin the Third: Goodbye Partner's ending attempts to resolve the major plot threads, though some narrative elements involving Kanichi Kurita may feel rushed. Jun Kawagoe's final act has been both praised for its ambition and criticized for its execution.