Lazarus unites some of the most acclaimed talents from both anime and the broader entertainment industry. This wholly original sci-fi series is directed by Shinichirō Watanabe, the mastermind behind Cowboy Bebop, though critic Ryan Guar emphasizes in his review of the first five episodes that Lazarus stands distinct from Watanabe's previous work. The animation is brought to life by Mappa Studio, known for hits like Chainsaw Man and Jujutsu Kaisen, in collaboration with Sola Entertainment, creators of Tower of God. The action sequences are choreographed by Chad Stahelski, the visionary behind the John Wick franchise.
Given the excitement and intrigue surrounding Lazarus, it's no wonder that Adult Swim has acquired the rights to simulcast new episodes in the U.S. alongside their Japanese release. If you're eager to catch the latest episodes of Lazarus 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 existence. A group of outlaws known as LAZARUS has just 30 days to save the world. Dive into this thrilling narrative on Max. New episodes of Lazarus will be available to stream on Max the day following their broadcast on Adult Swim, meaning **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 a comprehensive viewing experience.
According to a Warner Bros. press release, subtitled versions of Lazarus episodes will be available on Max 30 days after the dubbed episodes premiere.
How to Watch New Episodes Live
Lazarus is being aired simultaneously in Japan and the United States. In the U.S., **you can catch 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 such as Hulu + Live TV, which offers a three-day free trial.
Lazarus Episode Release Dates
The inaugural season of Lazarus will consist of 13 episodes. Each episode will first air live on Adult Swim before becoming available on Max. Note that episodes air at midnight (technically Sunday), yet they are considered part of Adult Swim's Saturday programming block. Here's the anticipated 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 breaks the mold by being an entirely original anime, not adapted from any manga, ensuring a fresh and unpredictable storyline. Here's the official plot synopsis from the Lazarus website:
Set in the year 2052, the world enjoys an unprecedented era of peace and prosperity, thanks to a miracle cure-all drug called Hapuna, developed by the Nobel Prize-winning neuroscientist Dr. Skinner. However, three years later, Skinner returns with a dire warning: Hapuna has a lethal short half-life, and those who have taken it will die within three years. In response, a special task force named "Lazarus," consisting of five agents from around the world, is assembled to stop Skinner's catastrophic plan and develop a vaccine before it's too late.
Lazarus Voice Cast and Characters
Lazarus is the brainchild of Shinichirō Watanabe. Here's the principal 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
