The master thief Lupin the Third embarks on a daring heist to snatch two ancient glass photographic plates before they reach the enigmatic art dealer, Mr. Suzuki. However, Lupin's carefully laid plans go awry, complicated further by the efficiency issues plaguing his allies, Goemon and Jigen. Inspector Zenigata relentlessly pursues Lupin, now accompanied by the intriguing journalist Maria. As the chase unfolds, the question lingers: what ties Maria to the enigmatic Mr. Suzuki?