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Lupin III: The First (2019) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

The iconic "gentleman thief" Lupin III returns in an action-packed, continent-spanning adventure, as Lupin III and his colorful underworld companions race to uncover the secrets of the mysterious Bresson Diary, before it falls into the hands of a dark cabal that will stop at nothing to resurrect the Third Reich.

Rated PG-13 • 2019 • 1h 33m

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Lupin III: The First is a vibrant 3D-animated heist film following the legendary thief Lupin III as he races to uncover a mysterious artifact while avoiding Nazi villains. The film earns its rating through stylized action, high-stakes peril involving historical antagonists, and mild, suggestive humor typical of the Lupin franchise. While the tone is lighthearted and adventurous, parents should be aware of frequent gun usage, mild… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Kanichi Kurita
Kanichi Kurita
Kiyoshi Kobayashi
Kiyoshi Kobayashi
Miyuki Sawashiro
Miyuki Sawashiro
Daisuke Namikawa
Daisuke Namikawa
Koichi Yamadera
Koichi Yamadera
Suzu Hirose
Suzu Hirose
Kotaro Yoshida
Kotaro Yoshida
Tatsuya Fujiwara
Tatsuya Fujiwara
Kazuaki Ito
Kazuaki Ito
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Mitsuru Takakuwa
Osamu Taira
Osamu Taira
Takeshi Hayakawa
Takeshi Hayakawa
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Is Lupin III: The First appropriate for kids?

Lupin III: The First is a vibrant 3D-animated heist film following the legendary thief Lupin III as he races to uncover a mysterious artifact while avoiding Nazi villains. The film earns its rating through stylized action, high-stakes peril involving historical antagonists, and… Read more — free account

Content severity in Lupin III: The First

Sex Mild 2/10
Violence Strong 5/10
Language Moderate 3/10
Substances Mild 2/10
Themes Moderate 3/10

What happens in Lupin III: The First, moment by moment

  1. 0:10 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
  2. 0:15 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
  3. 0:22 ♥ Sex & Nudity 2/10
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Sex and nudity in Lupin III: The First

The content is mild and limited to suggestive banter and character designs. Lupin occasionally plays the 'gentleman playboy' role, making flirtatious remarks, and one scene features a character changing clothes off-camera.

Violence and gore in Lupin III: The First

Action sequences are frequent but stylized and bloodless. Characters are often threatened with firearms, and there are intense chase sequences and falls, though combat remains largely non-graphic.

Language in Lupin III: The First

Language is mild, consisting mostly of occasional uses of 'damn' and 'bastard,' with one isolated use of stronger, non-explicit profanity in the subtitles.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Lupin III: The First

There are brief, passing depictions of smoking and various bottles of alcohol visible in the background, but no characters are seen using drugs or becoming intoxicated.

Mature themes in Lupin III: The First

The film centers on historical conspiracy theories and Nazi-affiliated antagonists who seek to resurrect the Third Reich, which may require context for younger viewers.

Scary moments in Lupin III: The First

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Lupin III: The First yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lupin III: The First appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Lupin III: The First is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG-13. Lupin III: The First is a vibrant 3D-animated heist film following the legendary thief Lupin III as he races to uncover a mysterious artifact while avoiding Nazi villains. The film earns its rating through stylized…

What age rating does Lupin III: The First have?

Lupin III: The First is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.

What is Lupin III: The First about?

Lupin III: The First is a vibrant 3D-animated heist film following the legendary thief Lupin III as he races to uncover a mysterious artifact while avoiding Nazi villains. The film earns its rating through stylized action, high-stakes peril involving historical antagonists, and mild, suggestive humor typical of the…

Is there sex or nudity in Lupin III: The First?

The content is mild and limited to suggestive banter and character designs. Lupin occasionally plays the 'gentleman playboy' role, making flirtatious remarks, and one scene features a character changing clothes off-camera.

How violent is Lupin III: The First?

Action sequences are frequent but stylized and bloodless. Characters are often threatened with firearms, and there are intense chase sequences and falls, though combat remains largely non-graphic.

Is the language in Lupin III: The First appropriate for kids?

Language is mild, consisting mostly of occasional uses of 'damn' and 'bastard,' with one isolated use of stronger, non-explicit profanity in the subtitles.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Lupin III: The First?

There are brief, passing depictions of smoking and various bottles of alcohol visible in the background, but no characters are seen using drugs or becoming intoxicated.

What mature themes appear in Lupin III: The First?

The film centers on historical conspiracy theories and Nazi-affiliated antagonists who seek to resurrect the Third Reich, which may require context for younger viewers.

How long is Lupin III: The First?

Lupin III: The First runs 93 minutes, directed by Takashi Yamazaki, released in 2019.

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