Anime Like Sherlock Hound: The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle / Treasure Under the Sea
Lupin III's director took Sherlock Holmes and built a show that moves like a heist caper instead of a mystery, all propulsive momentum and visual gags that land harder than they have any right to. The cases are elaborate, but the real story is always the people caught in them, a pickpocket kid, a morally boundless Moriarty, and whether Holmes actually cares about solving anything or just the game itself. It's 1984 anime treating Victorian crime fiction like it's a playground, not a museum piece.
SYNOPSIS
When a priceless blue carbuncle vanishes through an impossibly intricate heist, Sherlock Holmes recognizes the handiwork of his greatest nemesis: Professor Moriarty. The detective pursues both the stolen jewel and a street urchin caught in the theft, hoping to steer the young thief toward redemption rather than a life of crime. Before Holmes can celebrate his recovery, Moriarty strikes again with even grander ambitions. This time he targets a top-secret naval submarine, and Holmes must race against time to discover what the criminal mastermind intends to do with military firepower at his command. Split across two separate adventures, this 1984 film combines the thrill of classic detective work with genuine humor and heart. The chemistry between Holmes and Watson crackles as they outwit increasingly elaborate schemes, while the young pickpocket's redemption arc adds emotional weight beneath the surface-level action. Expect witty banter, gadgetry, and chase sequences that feel playful rather than grim. A charming entry for anyone who enjoys Victorian-era mysteries with personality and warmth.
