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Lazarus stands out as a groundbreaking sci-fi anime, masterfully directed by Shinichirō Watanabe, the creative mind behind Cowboy Bebop. Despite the high expectations, critic Ryan Guar emphasizes in his review of the first five episodes that Lazarus carves its own unique path, distinct from Watanabe's previous works. The animation, a stunning collaboration between Mappa Studio (known for Chainsaw Man and Jujutsu Kaisen) and Sola Entertainment (famous for Tower of God), is complemented by action sequences designed by Chad Stahelski, the visionary director behind the John Wick franchise.

Given the buzz and intrigue surrounding Lazarus, it's no wonder that Adult Swim has secured the rights to broadcast the series in the U.S. simultaneously with its Japanese release. For those eager to dive into the world of Lazarus, here's how you can catch the latest episodes online.

Where to Stream Lazarus

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Set in the year 02052, Lazarus follows a team of outlaws tasked with saving humanity from a miracle drug turned lethal. With only 30 days to act, the stakes couldn't be higher. Dive into the thrilling narrative on Max, where new episodes will be available to stream the day after their Adult Swim broadcast. That means **new episodes of Lazarus hit 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, subtitled versions of Lazarus episodes will be available on Max 30 days after the dubbed episodes premiere.

How to Watch New Episodes Live

Lazarus airs simultaneously in Japan and the United States, offering fans a truly global viewing experience. In the U.S., **you can catch new dubbed episodes live on Adult Swim during its Toonami block on Saturday nights**. Beyond traditional cable, Adult Swim is accessible through live TV subscriptions like Hulu + Live TV, which offers a three-day free trial for new subscribers.

Lazarus Episode Release Dates

The inaugural season of Lazarus is slated to feature 13 gripping episodes, each airing live on Adult Swim before becoming available on Max. Note that episodes premiere at midnight (technically Sunday), but are 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, without any manga to draw upon. This fresh narrative unfolds in 2052, a time marked by global peace and prosperity, thanks to Dr. Skinner's miracle drug, Hapuna. However, three years later, Dr. Skinner reappears with a chilling revelation: Hapuna's users are doomed to die within three years. In response, a specialized task force named "Lazarus" is assembled to thwart Skinner's apocalyptic plan and develop a life-saving vaccine.

Lazarus Voice Cast and Characters

Under the creative direction of Shinichirō Watanabe, Lazarus boasts an impressive voice cast, delivering the story 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**