"Lazarus: Cowboy Bebop Creator's New Anime Debuts Tonight"

"Lazarus" stands out as a groundbreaking sci-fi anime, drawing together an impressive ensemble of talent from both the anime and broader entertainment industries. Directed by Shinichirō Watanabe, known for his work on "Cowboy Bebop," "Lazarus" is not a mere revival but a fresh narrative, as noted by critic Ryan Guar in his review of the first five episodes. The animation is brought to life by Mappa Studio, renowned for "Chainsaw Man" and "Jujutsu Kaisen," in collaboration with Sola Entertainment, creators of "Tower of God." The action sequences are masterfully designed by Chad Stahelski, the director behind the "John Wick" series, adding a dynamic edge to the series.

Given the buzz and intrigue surrounding "Lazarus," it's no surprise that Adult Swim has chosen to air new episodes simultaneously in the U.S. and Japan. If you're eager to catch the latest episodes of "Lazarus" online, here's how you can do it:

Where to Stream Lazarus

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Set in the year 2052, "Lazarus" unfolds in a world transformed by a miracle drug turned deadly. Humanity faces extinction, and it's up to a team of outlaws known as LAZARUS to save the world within 30 days. You can watch this thrilling series on Max, where new episodes become available the day after they air on Adult Swim. That means **new episodes of Lazarus will arrive on Max every Sunday**. Max subscriptions start at $9.99 and can be bundled with Disney+ and Hulu for added value.

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

How to Watch New Episodes Live

"Lazarus" is airing simultaneously in Japan and the United States. In the U.S., **you can watch new dubbed episodes of Lazarus live on Adult Swim during its Toonami block on Saturday nights**. In addition to traditional cable, Adult Swim is accessible through live TV subscriptions like Hulu + Live TV, which offers a three-day free trial.

Lazarus Episode Release Dates

The first season of "Lazarus" will consist of 13 episodes. Each episode will air live on Adult Swim before becoming available on Max. Episodes air at midnight (technically Sunday), but are part of Adult Swim's Saturday block, so consider it a late-night watch rather than a morning one.

Assuming no mid-season break, here is 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 entry in the anime world as it's an entirely original series, not adapted from any manga. Here’s the official plot synopsis from the Lazarus website:

In the year 2052, humanity enjoys an era of peace and prosperity, thanks to a miracle drug called Hapuna developed by Nobel Prize-winning neuroscientist Dr. Skinner. However, three years later, Dr. Skinner reveals that Hapuna has a lethal side effect, promising global extinction. In response, a special task force named "Lazarus" is formed, consisting of five agents tasked with stopping Skinner and finding a cure before time runs out.

Lazarus Voice Cast and Characters

"Lazarus" is a creation of Shinichirō Watanabe, and 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) and David Matranga (English) as **Dr. Skinner**