
Quick Answer
- Lupin III(TV · 23 eps)
- Lupin III x McDonald's CMs(CM · 4 eps)
Total: ~27 episodes / 11h watch time
Lupin III x McDonald's CMs Watch Order(2026)
Wondering where to start with Lupin III x McDonald's CMs? There are 2 entries total. The order below follows release dates, which is usually the safest way to go for a first watch.
Full Watch Order (Release Order)
Tips for First-Timers
What you can skip
Many older TV specials are weak or repetitive and not required — you can skip around in the long list of episodic TV episodes
Common mistake
Assuming strict season-by-season continuity and trying to complete everything in order instead of jumping to strong entry points
Short on time?
Lupin the Third Part IV, Lupin the Third Part V, and The Castle of Cagliostro
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best order to watch Lupin III x McDonald's CMs?
Release order. Start with Lupin III and go down the list. This is how the creators intended the story to unfold — later entries build on what came before, and watching out of order can spoil key reveals.
How long does it take to watch all of Lupin III x McDonald's CMs?
About 11 hours total across 27 episodes and 2 entries. At 3-4 episodes per day, that's roughly 8 days.
Can I skip the movies and OVAs?
This franchise is mostly main series content with no standalone movies or OVAs to worry about.
Release order or chronological order?
Go with release order for your first time through. Chronological can be tempting, but shows are written with release order in mind — reveals hit harder and character arcs make more sense. Save chronological for a rewatch if you want a different perspective.
