Lupin the 3rd: Goemon's Blood Spray 2017
"Everything must return to the soil."
In *Lupin the 3rd: Goemon's Blood Spray (2017)*, director Takeshi Koike delivers a high-stakes animated thriller steeped in the gritty world of yakuza and samurai honor codes.
Director: Takeshi Koike
Cast
Kanichi Kurita
Arsène Lupin III (voice)
Kiyoshi Kobayashi
Daisuke Jigen (voice)
Miyuki Sawashiro
Fujiko Mine (voice)
Daisuke Namikawa
Goemon Ishikawa XIII (voice)
Koichi Yamadera
Inspector Koichi Zenigata (voice)
Takaya Hashi
Hawk (voice)
Atsuki Tani
Bureau Director (voice)
Atsuo Hasegawa
American Bar Manager (voice)
Atsushi Miyauchi
Inaniwa Jr. (voice)
Atsuyoshi Miyazaki
Inoue (voice)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lupin the 3rd: Goemon's Blood Spray (2017) about?
This animated action-thriller follows Goemon Ishikawa, a modern samurai tasked with protecting a yakuza boss aboard a high-stakes cruise ship casino. When the notorious thief Lupin the Third launches a heist, chaos erupts, forcing Goemon into a deadly confrontation with a shadowy assassin known as the 'Ghost of Bermuda.' Honor, vengeance, and survival collide in this intense, fast-paced tale.
Who directed Lupin the 3rd: Goemon's Blood Spray?
The film was directed by Takeshi Koike, known for his visually striking and action-driven animated works.
Who stars in Lupin the 3rd: Goemon's Blood Spray?
The voice cast includes Kanichi Kurita as Goemon Ishikawa, Kiyoshi Kobayashi, Miyuki Sawashiro, Daisuke Namikawa, and Koichi Yamadera.
Is Lupin the 3rd: Goemon's Blood Spray (2017) worth watching?
While it lacks an IMDb rating, this 54-minute action-thriller delivers a tight, stylish narrative packed with samurai drama and crime tension. Fans of *Lupin the Third* or Koike's signature animation will appreciate its concise yet explosive storytelling.
How long is Lupin the 3rd: Goemon's Blood Spray?
The film runs for 54 minutes.
Lupin the 3rd: Goemon's Blood Spray (2017) — A Compact Crime Thriller with Samurai Honor
In *Lupin the 3rd: Goemon's Blood Spray (2017)*, director Takeshi Koike delivers a high-stakes animated thriller steeped in the gritty world of yakuza and samurai honor codes. When a masked thief known as Lupin the Third infiltrates a luxury casino yacht, the legendary ronin Goemon Ishikawa finds himself caught in a deadly game of cat and mouse. The heist spirals into chaos as Lupin's rival, the enigmatic 'Ghost of Bermuda,' unleashes a brutal vendetta, leaving bodies in his wake. With the yakuza boss dead and Goemon's code of vengeance ignited, the film unfolds as a relentless chase through neon-lit waters and shadowy betrayals.
Featuring the iconic voice talents of Kanichi Kurita as Goemon and Miyuki Sawashiro as the cunning Lupin, this short but intense film blends crime, action, and drama into a compact yet explosive narrative. Koike's direction leans into a moody, atmospheric style, where honor clashes with survival and every blade swing carries the weight of legacy. The tagline *'Everything must return to the soil'* hints at the film's raw, unyielding core—a tale where bloodshed and duty collide in a final, unforgiving reckoning.
