Mankatsu

Overview

Mankatsu (モンキー・パンチ　漫画活動大写真) is a highly acclaimed TV. Produced by the renowned TMS Entertainment, this adaptation perfectly blends the Adventure, Comedy, Ecchi genres.

Each episode is divided into Mini Stage lasting 15 minutes and Grand Stage lasting 30 minutes mixed with 60 second segments. The Lupin characters appear in small 60 second segments called The Lupin Gang however they are voiceless as it relies on visual gags, they also appear in the Mankatsu Monkey segments featuring a monkey that only says "Mankatsu". Outside of Japan, the series only received a TV airing in Italy on the defunct satellite channel Cooltoon and received a DVD Box Set in France. It also received a Russian dub. (Source: Wikipedia, Lupin III Wiki)

With a deeply passionate fanbase, it has secured a global AniList score of 64% and attracted over 10 favorites worldwide. It currently holds a massive popularity ranking of #954 globally, making it a must-read/watch for enthusiasts of the medium.

Synopsis

It's an animated variety show featuring the works of Monkey Punch that aired on WOWOW with the episodes being 52 minutes long. 12 episodes were aired between July 31, 2004 to June 25, 2005 and received a DVD exclusive 15 minute long special called Crime Mate. Each episode is divided into Mini Stage lasting 15 minutes and Grand Stage lasting 30 minutes mixed with 60 second segments. The Lupin characters appear in small 60 second segments called The Lupin Gang however they are voiceless as it relies on visual gags, they also appear in the Mankatsu Monkey segments featuring a monkey that only says "Mankatsu".

Official Rankings

• #58
  highest rated 2004
• #97
  most popular 2004
• #9
  highest rated SUMMER 2004
• #14
  most popular SUMMER 2004