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Lazarus, a groundbreaking sci-fi anime series, brings together some of the most celebrated names in the industry. Directed by Shinichirō Watanabe, the creative mind behind Cowboy Bebop, Lazarus is a completely original series. However, as critic Ryan Guar notes in his review of the first five episodes, it is distinct from Watanabe's previous work. The animation is a collaboration between Mappa Studio, known for hits like Chainsaw Man and Jujutsu Kaisen, and Sola Entertainment, famous for Tower of God. The action sequences are designed by Chad Stahelski, the acclaimed director of the John Wick franchise.

With such an impressive lineup and an air of mystery surrounding it, it's no wonder 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, here's everything you need to know about streaming Lazarus online.

Where to Stream Lazarus

Lazarus

Set in the year 2052, a miracle drug turns lethal, threatening humanity's extinction. A team of outlaws known as LAZARUS has just 30 days to save the world.

New episodes of Lazarus are available to stream on Max the day after they air on Adult Swim. That means you can catch **new episodes of Lazarus on Max every Sunday**. Max subscriptions start at $9.99 and can be bundled with Disney+ and Hulu for an enhanced viewing experience.

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

How to Watch New Episodes Live

Lazarus is broadcast simultaneously in Japan and the U.S. In the U.S., you can watch new dubbed episodes live on Adult Swim during its Toonami block on Saturday nights. In addition to traditional cable, Adult Swim is available 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 airs live on Adult Swim before becoming available on Max. Although the episodes technically air at midnight (which falls on Sunday), they are considered part of Adult Swim's Saturday programming block. Here is 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 stands out in the anime world as an entirely original series, not adapted from any manga. The official plot from the Lazarus website sets the scene 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 later, Skinner reveals that Hapuna has a deadly side effect: it causes death within three years of use. In response, a task force named "Lazarus," consisting of five agents from around the world, is assembled to stop Skinner and find a vaccine before time runs out.

Lazarus Voice Cast and Characters

Lazarus, created by Shinichirō Watanabe, features a talented voice cast. Here are the main characters and their voice actors in both Japanese and English:

• **Axel** - Mamoru Miyano (Japanese), Jack Stansbury (English)
• **Doug** - Makoto Furukawa (Japanese), Jovan Jackson (English)
• **Christine** - Maaya Uchida (Japanese), Luci Christian (English)
• **Leland** - Yuma Uchida (Japanese), Bryson Baugus (English)
• **Eleina** - Manaka Iwami (Japanese), Annie Wild (English)
• **Hersch** - Megumi Hayashibara (Japanese), Jade Kelly (English)
• **Abel** - Akio Otsuka (Japanese), Sean Patrick Judge (English)
• **Dr. Skinner** - Koichi Yamadera (Japanese), David Matranga (English)