"Lazarus Anime by Cowboy Bebop Creator and Mappa Premieres Tonight"

Lazarus is a groundbreaking sci-fi anime series that brings together some of the most renowned names in entertainment. Directed by Shinichirō Watanabe, famous for Cowboy Bebop, Lazarus is not a revival but an entirely new venture. The animation is a collaborative effort by Mappa Studio, known for hits like Chainsaw Man and Jujutsu Kaisen, and Sola Entertainment, creators of Tower of God. The action sequences are crafted by Chad Stahelski, the director behind the John Wick films, ensuring thrilling and dynamic scenes.

Given the high level of anticipation and intrigue, it's no surprise that Adult Swim has acquired the rights to air Lazarus simultaneously in the U.S. and Japan. If you're eager to catch the latest episodes online, here's how you can do it:

Where to Stream Lazarus

Lazarus

In the year 2052, a miracle drug turns deadly, threatening humanity's extinction. A team of outlaws known as LAZARUS is tasked with saving the world within 30 days. Catch the excitement on Max.

New episodes of Lazarus will be available to stream on Max the day after their initial broadcast on Adult Swim. That means **new episodes of Lazarus will be available on Max every Sunday**. Subscriptions to Max start at $9.99 and can be bundled with Disney+ and Hulu for a comprehensive streaming experience.

According to a Warner Bros. press release, subbed versions of Lazarus episodes will be available on Max 30 days after the dubbed episodes.

How to Watch New Episodes Live

Lazarus airs simultaneously in Japan and the United States. In the U.S., you can watch new dubbed episodes live on Adult Swim during its Toonami block on Saturday nights. Besides cable, Adult Swim is accessible through live TV subscriptions such as Hulu + Live TV, which offers a three-day free trial.

Lazarus Episode Release Dates

The first season of Lazarus comprises 13 episodes. Each episode will first air live on Adult Swim before becoming available on Max. Note that episodes air at midnight (technically Sunday), but are part of Adult Swim's Saturday block, encouraging fans to stay up rather than wake up to watch.

Assuming no mid-season break, here's the predicted episode release schedule for Lazarus Season 1:

• **Episode 1: "Goodbye Cruel World"** - April 5 (12am EST/9pm PST) Streaming: April 6, 2025
• **Episode 2: "Life in the Fast Lane"** - April 12 (12am EST/9pm PST) Streaming: April 13
• **Episode 3: "Long Way from Home"** - April 19 (12am EST/9pm PST) Streaming: April 20
• **Episode 4** - April 26 (12am EST/9pm PST) Streaming: April 27
• **Episode 5** - May 3 (12am EST/9pm PST) Streaming: May 4
• **Episode 6** - May 10 (12am EST/9pm PST) Streaming: May 11
• **Episode 7** - May 17 (12am EST/9pm PST) Streaming: May 18
• **Episode 8** - May 24 (12am EST/9pm PST) Streaming: May 25
• **Episode 9** - May 31 (12am EST/9pm PST) Streaming: June 1
• **Episode 10** - June 7 (12am EST/9pm PST) Streaming: June 8
• **Episode 11** - June 14 (12am EST/9pm PST) Streaming: June 15
• **Episode 12** - June 21 (12am EST/9pm PST) Streaming: June 22
• **Episode 13** - June 28 (12am EST/9pm PST) Streaming: June 29

What Is Lazarus About?

Lazarus is a unique anime as it's entirely original, not based on any manga. The official plot synopsis from the Lazarus website reads:

In the year 2052, the world enjoys unprecedented peace and prosperity thanks to a miracle drug called Hapuna, developed by Nobel Prize-winning neuroscientist Dr. Skinner. Three years later, Skinner reveals that Hapuna has a fatal flaw: it causes death three years after ingestion. With humanity facing extinction, a special task force named "Lazarus," consisting of five agents from around the world, is assembled to thwart Skinner's plan and develop a vaccine before time runs out.

Lazarus Voice Cast and Characters

Created by Shinichirō Watanabe, Lazarus features a talented voice cast in both Japanese and English:

• Mamoru Miyano (Japanese) and Jack Stansbury (English) as **Axel**
• Makoto Furukawa (Japanese) and Jovan Jackson (English) as **Doug**
• Maaya Uchida (Japanese) and Luci Christian (English) as **Christine**
• Yuma Uchida (Japanese) and Bryson Baugus (English) as **Leland**
• Manaka Iwami (Japanese) and Annie Wild (English) as **Eleina**
• Megumi Hayashibara (Japanese) and Jade Kelly (English) as **Hersch**
• Akio Otsuka (Japanese) and Sean Patrick Judge (English) as **Abel**
• Koichi Yamadera (Japanese); David Matranga (English) as **Dr. Skinner**