Lupin III VS Detective Conan: The Special
Original Title：ルパン三世 vs 名探偵コナン
Languages:
- English: Lupin III VS Detective Conan: The Special
- Japanese: ルパン三世 vs 名探偵コナン
- Chinese: 鲁邦三世VS名侦探柯南
Lupin III vs. Detective Conan: The Special is a Japanese animated television special that aired in 2009, marking a crossover between the Lupin III and Detective Conan franchises. The story unfolds in the fictional European kingdom of Vespania, where the queen and prince die in a hunting accident, leading to Princess Mira's succession to the throne. Simultaneously, Lupin III arrives in the country with plans to steal the crown. To boost her popularity, Princess Mira visits Japan and switches places with Ran Mouri, triggering a series of events. Conan and Lupin encounter each other during the investigation, uncovering a hidden conspiracy. The special blends the action-adventure of Lupin III with the mystery-solving of Detective Conan, offering an entertaining crossover experience. Its success paved the way for the subsequent theatrical film, Lupin III vs. Detective Conan: The Movie.