by BS12 TwellV has announced an exciting March lineup for its popular programming block “Sunday Anime Theater,” featuring a special showcase of the globally beloved Detective Conan franchise. Beginning March 1, the channel will broadcast one theatrical film and four specially edited television features over five consecutive Sundays at 7:00 PM (JST).
This limited-time event includes several titles making their television debut, along with rare special editions that are seldom aired on free-to-view channels.
About “Sunday Anime Theater”
“Sunday Anime Theater” is a weekly broadcast slot dedicated to feature-length animated content. The program highlights:
- Theatrical anime films
- Original Video Animations (OVAs)
- Special television editions
- Remastered classics
- Occasionally, live-action special editions
From brand-new releases to nostalgic masterpieces and hidden gems, the block offers anime fans a curated viewing experience rarely available on free broadcast television.
For March, the focus shifts entirely to the Detective Conan universe, one of the longest-running and most successful anime franchises in history.
March Opening Feature: Lupin III vs. Detective Conan
The event begins on March 1 with the complete, uncut broadcast of:
Lupin III vs. Detective Conan: The Movie
This crossover film brings together two legendary icons of Japanese animation: master thief Lupin III and prodigy detective Conan Edogawa. When a priceless jewel becomes the target of Lupin’s heist, Conan sets out to stop him, leading to a thrilling clash of wits.
Meanwhile, Inspector Zenigata pursues Lupin across borders, and new complications arise involving the mysterious “Cherry Sapphire.” The story escalates as allies and rivals from both series collide in an action-packed narrative filled with deception, humor, and suspense.
March 8: “Detective Conan — The Scarlet Alibi” (TV Premiere)
This special edition focuses on the enigmatic Akai family, one of the most powerful and mysterious groups in the series.
Key figures include:
- Shuichi Akai — Elite FBI sniper presumed dead
- Masumi Sera — High school detective and Akai’s sister
- Shukichi Haneda — Professional shogi champion
- Mary Sera — Their secretive mother
The episode explores their hidden identities, complex relationships, and the truth behind Akai’s apparent death at Raiha Pass, offering deeper insight into one of the franchise’s central storylines.
March 15: “Police Headquarters Love Story — The Night Before the Wedding”
This emotional special highlights the beloved police duo Detectives Takagi and Sato.
After a deadly bombing incident resurfaces, Tokyo faces a renewed threat from a mysterious perpetrator. Inspector Shiratori becomes a target, and cryptic messages challenge law enforcement to prevent further tragedy.
As Takagi and Conan race to defuse bombs across the city, Sato is haunted by memories of her fallen colleague Matsuda. The story also revisits the early development of Takagi and Sato’s relationship, blending romance, suspense, and action.
March 22: “Ai Haibara Story — The Mystery Train of Black Steel” (TV Premiere)
This installment centers on Ai Haibara, formerly known as Shiho Miyano, codename “Sherry.”
Once a scientist for the sinister Black Organization, she developed the poison APTX 4869, the drug that transformed Shinichi Kudo into a child. After learning of her sister Akemi’s murder, she betrayed the organization and took the drug herself, becoming a child and assuming a new identity.
Now living in hiding, Haibara must confront her past as the organization begins to close in. This special edition revisits the suspenseful Mystery Train arc, one of the series’ most intense storylines.
March 29: “Detective Conan vs. Kaito Kid” (TV Premiere)
The March lineup concludes with a special focusing on the legendary phantom thief Kaito Kid.
High school student Kaito Kuroba discovers that his late father was the original Phantom Thief Kid, murdered by a mysterious organization. Determined to uncover the truth, Kaito inherits the mantle and continues the search for a legendary jewel tied to his father’s death.
In this story, Kid targets the priceless aquamarine known as “Blue Wonder.” Wealthy collector Suzuki Jirokichi issues a public challenge, setting the stage for a spectacular showdown between Kid’s illusion-based theft tactics and Conan’s razor-sharp deductions.
Why This Event Is Special
This five-week marathon offers both newcomers and longtime fans a rare opportunity to experience major Detective Conan story arcs in condensed, feature-length format. With multiple TV premieres and crossover content, the lineup highlights the franchise’s enduring appeal after nearly three decades.
Broadcast Schedule Summary
“Sunday Anime Theater” — Sundays at 7:00 PM (JST), BS12 TwellV
- March 1: Lupin III vs. Detective Conan: The Movie (Complete, Uncut)
- March 8: The Scarlet Alibi (TV Premiere)
- March 15: Police Headquarters Love Story — The Night Before the Wedding
- March 22: Ai Haibara Story — The Mystery Train of Black Steel (TV Premiere)
- March 29: Detective Conan vs. Kaito Kid (TV Premiere)
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