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Lazarus, a groundbreaking sci-fi anime, has garnered significant attention, not least because it's spearheaded by Shinichirō Watanabe, the visionary behind Cowboy Bebop. However, as critic Ryan Guar points out in his review of the initial episodes, Lazarus is a fresh endeavor, distinct from Watanabe's previous works. The animation is brought to life by the acclaimed Mappa Studio (known for Chainsaw Man and Jujutsu Kaisen) in collaboration with Sola Entertainment (famous for Tower of God). The action sequences are meticulously crafted by Chad Stahelski, the director of the John Wick series, promising thrilling and dynamic scenes.

Given its high-profile team and the buzz surrounding it, it's no surprise that Adult Swim has secured the rights to broadcast Lazarus in the U.S. simultaneously with its 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

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Set in the year 2052, Lazarus follows a team of outlaws tasked with saving humanity from a lethal drug that's poised to wipe out the population. They have just 30 days to succeed. You can stream new episodes of Lazarus on Max, where they will be available the day after they air on Adult Swim. That means **new episodes of Lazarus will be available on Max every Sunday**. Subscriptions to Max start at $9.99 and can be bundled with Disney+ and Hulu for an enhanced viewing experience.

According to Warner Bros., subtitled versions of Lazarus episodes will become available on Max 30 days after the dubbed versions.

How to Watch New Episodes Live

For those who prefer watching episodes as they air, Lazarus is broadcast simultaneously in Japan and the U.S. In the United States, **you can watch new dubbed episodes of Lazarus live on Adult Swim during its Toonami block on Saturday nights**. Apart from traditional cable, Adult Swim is also 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 will comprise 13 episodes. Each episode will initially air live on Adult Swim before becoming available on Max. Although episodes technically air at midnight on Sunday, they 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 derived from any manga or prior work. The official plot synopsis from the Lazarus website sets the stage in 2052, a time of global peace and prosperity, thanks to a miracle drug called Hapuna developed by Nobel Prize-winning neuroscientist Dr. Skinner. However, three years after its introduction, Skinner reveals that Hapuna has a fatal flaw: it leads to death within three years of use. In response, a special task force named "Lazarus" is assembled to stop Skinner and develop a vaccine before time runs out.

Lazarus Voice Cast and Characters

Created by Shinichirō Watanabe, Lazarus boasts an impressive voice cast. Here are the main characters with their Japanese and English voice actors:

• 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**