Lazarus is a groundbreaking sci-fi anime series that brings together some of the most acclaimed talents in the industry. Directed by Shinichirō Watanabe, famous for his work on Cowboy Bebop, Lazarus is not a revival of his past work, as noted by critic Ryan Guar in his review of the first five episodes. The animation is a collaboration between Mappa Studio, known for Chainsaw Man and Jujutsu Kaisen, and Sola Entertainment, responsible for Tower of God. Additionally, the action sequences are crafted by Chad Stahelski, the director behind the John Wick films, adding a thrilling edge to the series.
Given the buzz surrounding Lazarus and its air of mystery, it's no surprise that Adult Swim has secured the rights to air new episodes in the U.S. simultaneously with Japan. 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, pushing humanity to the brink of extinction. It's up to a group of outlaws known as LAZARUS to save the world. They have just 30 days to do so. Dive into the action and intrigue by streaming Lazarus on Max.
New episodes of Lazarus will be available to stream on Max the day after they broadcast on Adult Swim. This 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 a comprehensive entertainment package.
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 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**. Besides 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 comprises 13 episodes. Each episode will air 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 stands out in the anime world as an entirely original series, not adapted from any manga. The plot, as described on the Lazarus website, unfolds in 2052, a time of global peace and prosperity, thanks to a miracle drug called Hapuna developed by Dr. Skinner. However, three years later, Dr. Skinner reveals that Hapuna has a fatal flaw: its users will die within three years. In response, a special task force named "Lazarus" is assembled to find Skinner and create a vaccine before it's too late.
Lazarus Voice Cast and Characters
Created by Shinichirō Watanabe, Lazarus boasts 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**
