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Lazarus stands out as a groundbreaking original sci-fi anime series, crafted by the visionary director Shinichirō Watanabe, famous for his work on Cowboy Bebop. However, according to critic Ryan Guar's review of the initial episodes, Lazarus is not merely a revival of Watanabe's previous work. The animation is brought to life by the acclaimed 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 meticulously designed by Chad Stahelski, the director behind the John Wick franchise, adding a thrilling edge to the series.

The anticipation surrounding Lazarus has led Adult Swim to secure its U.S. broadcast, airing new episodes simultaneously with Japan. For those eager to dive into this gripping narrative, here's how you can watch Lazarus online.

Where to Stream Lazarus

Lazarus

In the year 2052, a miracle drug turns lethal, threatening humanity's existence. The fate of the world rests in the hands of a team of outlaws known as LAZARUS, who have just 30 days to save us all. Experience this thrilling series on Max. New episodes of Lazarus will be available to stream on Max the day after their initial broadcast on Adult Swim. This means **new episodes of Lazarus will arrive on Max every Sunday**. Max offers subscriptions starting at $9.99, which can also be bundled with Disney+ and Hulu for an enhanced 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 episodes are broadcast 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**. Besides traditional cable, Adult Swim can be accessed 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 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 projected 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, devoid of any manga source material. Here's the gripping official plot synopsis from the Lazarus website:

In the year 2052, humanity enjoys an era of unmatched peace and prosperity, largely due to the groundbreaking work of Nobel Prize-winning neuroscientist Dr. Skinner. His miracle drug, Hapuna, promises to eradicate all diseases. However, three years after its introduction, Dr. Skinner returns with a chilling revelation: Hapuna has a fatal flaw, and everyone who has taken it will die within three years. Facing this imminent threat, a team of five international agents known as "Lazarus" is assembled to find Skinner and develop a vaccine before it's too late.

Lazarus Voice Cast and Characters

Directed by Shinichirō Watanabe, Lazarus boasts an impressive voice cast. Here are the main characters and their voice actors 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