Lazarus stands out as a groundbreaking sci-fi anime, bringing together some of the most renowned talents in the industry. Directed by Shinichirō Watanabe, the mastermind behind Cowboy Bebop, Lazarus is not a revival but a fresh narrative, as noted by critic Ryan Guar after reviewing the first five episodes. The animation is a collaboration between Mappa Studio, known for hits like Chainsaw Man and Jujutsu Kaisen, and Sola Entertainment, which brought us Tower of God. Action sequences are crafted by Chad Stahelski, the visionary behind the John Wick films, ensuring high-octane thrills.
Given its stellar lineup and intriguing premise, it's no wonder that Adult Swim has secured Lazarus for simultaneous airing 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
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In the year 2052, a miracle drug turns lethal, threatening humanity with extinction. Enter LAZARUS, a team of outlaws racing against time with just 30 days to save the world. Catch this gripping series on Max.
New episodes of Lazarus will be available to stream on Max the day after they premiere on Adult Swim. That means **new episodes of Lazarus will be available on Max every Sunday**. Max subscriptions start at $9.99 and can be bundled with Disney+ and Hulu for an enhanced viewing experience.
According to a Warner Bros. press release, subbed versions of Lazarus episodes will be available on Max 30 days after the dubbed episodes air.
How to Watch New Episodes Live
Lazarus is being broadcast simultaneously in Japan and the U.S. To catch the new dubbed episodes live, tune into Adult Swim during its Toonami block on Saturday nights. In addition to cable, you can access Adult Swim 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 airing live on Adult Swim before becoming available on Max. Episodes air at midnight (technically Sunday), but are considered part of Adult Swim's Saturday block. Here's the anticipated 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 breaks the mold as an entirely original anime, not based on any manga, offering a unique narrative experience. Here's the official plot synopsis:
In the year 2052, the world enjoys unprecedented peace and prosperity thanks to a miracle cure-all drug called Hapuna, developed by Nobel Prize-winning neuroscientist Dr. Skinner. Three years later, Dr. Skinner returns with grim news: Hapuna has a short half-life, and all who have taken it will die within three years. In response, a special task force named "Lazarus," consisting of five agents from around the globe, is formed to stop Skinner 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
