This country was long only known for...
...its desert, sandstorms...
....camel caravans...
...and roast lamb.
Then, vast oil reserves were...
...discovered and exporting began...
...instantly thrusting this nation into the modern world.
Now this Arabian nation is...
...one of the richest countries in the world.
Enough of your lecture on social studies.
Tell me why you wanted us to come here.
Somebody sent a ransom note to the government of this country.
And, I got a hold of the information.
What did the ransom note say?
Cough up $100 million, or they'll blow up all the oil fields.
100 million? Awesome!
That's our target, isn't it?
Exactly.
We'll show up at the exchange site and snatch the money for ourselves.
Still, the authorities are very stern here.
No one would be able to blow up the oil fields.
What?
Oh, no! I feel dizzy.
- Run! - Hurry!
The oil fields are on fire!
So the ransom note was for real!
Ah, this is nice!
Mmm. It reminds me of home...
Lupan! You pervert!
"Target the Oil Dollars" (Oil Dollar Wo Nerae)
As Chief of the National Police...
...are you saying that there was no flaw in the security system?
That's correct, Minister of Oil.
According to my men...
...no suspicious people have been seen near the oil field.
However, there was indeed an explosion.
That's right... just an accident!
There is no way that was an accident!
You are from the Secret Intelligence Department!
Muhammad Hassan.
Do you have evidence to prove that it was not an accident?
Our investigation shows that...
...one of the operators went missing at the time of the explosion.
He is probably the one who brought the explosives to the oil field.
That can't be true.
All the operators have to go through a body check.
But you never check inside their bodies, do you?
Inside their bodies?
This is normal stomach medicine. This was found in the missing operator's room.
He was taking this medicine on a regular basis.
Watch this.
As you have just witnessed...
...the contents have been replaced by a highly advanced, capsule-style explosive.
So, you're saying that the missing operator became...
...a human explosive without his knowledge?
That bastard blackmailer! Who the hell is he?
I have a pretty good idea who he is.
- What? Are you sure? - Who the hell is he?
Lawrence the Third.
- Lawrence... the Third? - What?
Yes. Lawrence the Third...
...grandson of Lawrence of Arabia.
- This is a surprise. - Grandson of Lawrence?
Lawrence of Arabia was a well-known war strategist....
...so his grandson probably makes for a powerful enemy, too.
It might be wiser to pay him the 100 million dollars.
There is no time to ponder!
Police Chief, what do you think?
I am against it.
Once you pay, he will think he can do anything he wants.
We don't need to pay him a penny.
No reason to hesitate.
There is only one solution.
Your Majesty! It is such an honor to see you here today!
Don't be so formal.
Anyway, Minister of Oil...
...our nation's economy depends upon the oil fields.
We cannot tolerate any more damage.
Pay the ransom as soon as possible.
Certainly, your Majesty!
Take care of the rest.
My shoulders got stiff impersonating His Majesty.
But it was worth it.
Sure...
...thanks to "Your Majesty" the Oil Minister's decided to pay the ransom.
All we have to do now is execute our plan.
I've found you, gangsters! Don't move!
That voice... Could it possibly be...
That's right! Zenigata is here!
Pops, why are you here?
I'm telling you, I am not blind.
Now, it's time for you to surrender.
Prepare yourselves to be handcuffed.
Pops, you should watch your step, too.
What? What step?
Come on, run!
You bastard! I won't let you get away!
Wait!
This is strange. They must be around here.
Excuse me, old man, but...
Who on earth did this to you?
Three men and a woman stole some women's clothes...
Women's clothes?
I see.They are trying to disguise themselves.
Please, untie me!
What's this? Lupan's jacket!
Fujiko's blouse.
Goemon's pants.
I see. These women must be them.
Freeze! Now take off your veils.
Oh, I'm so sorry!
I was just...
Pops fell into our trap, just as planned.
Poor thing. I can't stand watching him.
Wait! wait!
Lawrence of Arabia: British soldier and folklorist.
During World War I...
...he guided a guerilla troop comprised of desert nomads...
...and fought for the independence of the Arabic nations...
...leading them to an overwhelming victory.
That's why he is worshiped like a god here.
Lawrence the Third...
...probably has die-hard followers, then.
The enemy is going to be pretty tough this time.
The harder it gets, the more energized I get.
You just wait and see. We will get that $100 million.
Is this the place...
...Lawrence the Third told us to meet at...
...for the ransom handover?
Yes, sir.
It's about time.
Oh, there they are!
My name is Sheik Ali.
I am a loyal servant of Lawrence the Third.
Do you have the $100 million?
Let me show you.
All right, both of you...
...get away from the Jeep!
How can we be sure that you won't blow up the oil fields all the same?
Mr. Lawrence is the descendent of a British gentleman.
He keeps his word.
Now, retreat!
Wait a minute! You can't get away that easily!
Who is it?
Lupan The 3RD, just a shabby thief!
We will take the $100 million!
How dare you!
Shoot! Shoot them dead!
Cover me!
Drop your gun!
Damn it!
Very good.
Drop your guns!
Any stupid moves, and we will blow out his brains!
Good boys.
Now we'll take the money.
Gentlemen, drop your guns.
I will take the $100 million.
What?
Ali!
Take his gun!
Do these guys work for you?
You finally figured it out.
I am Lawrence the Third.
What?
Then, you were in this from the beginning!
Right. I knew all about your plan, even about you impersonating the King.
You beat me.OK, you win. Do whatever you like.
Very well. Transfer the cash.
Let me give you a present, Lupan.
I want you to swallow this capsule bomb.
A capsule bomb?
Don't worry, it won't explode unless I push the button.
This is to prevent you from chasing after us.
I'm not gonna swallow That.....!
Out! Out!
All right. Let's return to the camp.
Damn, they have literally smoked us.
Stop! Hey! What? Stop!
Hey! Help! Please! Ahh!
Calm down, Jigen.
Yeah, I know, but...
It came out! Got it!
Hey, are you all right, Lupan?
I thought this would be the death of me.
- That stinks! - Maybe we should forfeit the ransom.
I agree.
I don't wanna lose to Lawrence the Third.
I won't give up.
You are more persistent than you look.
I have my pride, you know.
Even if my bones end up getting buried in this desert...
...I am going to give him a good scare.
But we don't even know where he is!
I've already taken care of that.
Where is Lawrence?
This will answer that question instantly.
A transmitter, huh?
I attached it to one of the suitcases.
He is at 35 degrees northern latitude, 145 degrees eastern longitude.
Hey, we've got a visitor.
- Pops? - That's right.
Uh-oh, not again!
This is so embarrassing!
These four guests look suspicious.
They're upstairs, right? Good!
Something stinks.
Wait!
Is there something wrong?
Well, I am looking for someone.
But if I am mistaken again, I may have to go through...
...the same thing.
Excuse me?
Oh, no, never mind...
Very well. Let's go.
But, it's still fishy...
So, are you planning to bomb another oil field?
Yes. I'll blackmail the government of this country.
And after that, this one.
Soon, we will be the wealthiest men in the world!
Here's to our success!
Cheers!
She is a pretty good dancer. Who is she?
She is a traveling gypsy. She insisted on dancing for you.
I see.
Ali, bring her to my tent later.
Yes, sir.
Excuse me.
Oh, finally!
Come on in. Come closer.
I am honored that you called for me...
...but I am not worthy...
Don't worry.
I am smitten by you.
- I'll tell you what... - Yes?
Why don't you quit your dancing job
and come live with me?
You mean, here?
That's right. I am wealthy and powerful.
I can give you anything you want.
What a nice thing to say to a gypsy dancer like me!
I am so happy!
Hold it right there!
Stop the love scene.
You! Lupan The 3RD!
Hey! Then you... Who are you?
My name is Fujiko Mine.
Let's take the $100 million, shall we?
What's so funny?
You guys are so stupid!
I knew there was a transmitter attached to the suitcase.
Damn! You're a step ahead of us again.
There!
Looks like I win again!
Ready!
Please, don't kill me!
Don't kill me, please!
I just did what they told me to!
Fujiko, don't! You traitor!
This is why I hate women.
I won't die with the likes of you!
Oh, Lawrence, please help me.
I have nothing to do with them!
Help me now!
If I survive, I'm going to tear her to pieces.
Ali, untie her rope.
But, what if...?
Her skinny arms can't do any harm.
Don't worry. I can handle her.
Yes, sir. Release her!
I will put off the execution until tomorrow...
...and will have a great time with her tonight!
Damn it! You bitch! Traitor!
Say what you want.
I am fed up with dumb guys like you!
- I can't believe... - That really pisses me off!
Hey, wait!
You're quite a little witch, betraying your allies like that.
But that's what I like about you!
I was getting fed up with those guys.
I've been waiting for an intelligent, handsome...
...powerful gentleman, just like you.
You mean, you want to come live with me?
Yes.
Wait. Don't rush. The night is long.
I've got these Oriental vitality-booster pills.
This is it.
Really? You are well-prepared.
There are so many to choose from...
...which one is most effective?
Let me prepare it for you.
All right. Do it quickly!
Yes, your Majesty.
What are you doing? Hurry up.
Yes, of course.
Here you go.
Listen, Fujiko.
I am not really the grandson of Lawrence.
Money can get you anything you want:
Fame, weapons and, yes, women.
Me, I just wanted wealth.
So I pretended to be......the grandson of Lawrence to get money.
Those guys out there are so naïve, such idiots.
Then that makes us both bad guys.
That's right.
You, Mr. Fool.
I put a capsule bomb and sleeping pills in your drink!
You took your own medicine!
Now where is the remote control for the explosive?
Here!
- What do you think you are doing? - I heard the whole story.
Hand me the trigger switch.
Don't worry. I guarantee that you and your friends will be safe.
Really?
I promise. I keep my word.
We will take care of the rest.
- Alright. - Go now!
Betrayal is not tolerated!
That's the rule!
Everybody, ready?
What? Then what about the $100 million?
I wasn't in any position to bargain.
You mean all our effort was for nothing?
That was the only way to save you guys.
Oh, well...
What in the world...
Hey, look!
- Yahoo! Oil! - It's oil! We found oil!
May the spirit of the true Lawrence rain oil upon us...
Namu-ami-dabutsu! Namu-ami-dabutsu!
Hey, look! It's the cash! Cash!
Up until we stole a rare gem, the "Black Panther," and hid it.
Everything went as planned.
But Detective Konaizoh...
...the man in charge of the search for the gem, appeared, and things started to develop into mayhem.
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"Black Panther"