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"Lazarus Anime Premiere Tonight: Cowboy Bebop Creator and Mappa Studio's Latest"

Author : Logan Update : May 06,2025

"Lazarus," a groundbreaking sci-fi anime series, boasts an impressive lineup of talent behind its creation. Directed by Shinichirō Watanabe, the mastermind behind "Cowboy Bebop," "Lazarus" promises to be a unique venture into new storytelling territory. Despite Watanabe's involvement, critic Ryan Guar notes that the show diverges significantly from the style of "Cowboy Bebop." The animation is a collaboration between Mappa Studio, known for hits like "Chainsaw Man" and "Jujutsu Kaisen," and Sola Entertainment, recognized for "Tower of God." The action sequences are choreographed by Chad Stahelski, the acclaimed director of the "John Wick" films, ensuring thrilling and dynamic scenes.

Given the buzz and intrigue surrounding "Lazarus," it's no wonder that Adult Swim has secured the rights to broadcast new episodes in the U.S. simultaneously with Japan. For those eager to watch "Lazarus" online, here's how you can catch the latest episodes.

Where to Stream Lazarus

Lazarus

Set in the year 2052, a miracle drug turns lethal, threatening humanity with extinction. A team of outlaws known as LAZARUS must race against time to save the world within 30 days. Stream new episodes of "Lazarus" on Max, which offers them the day after they air on Adult Swim. New episodes will be available every Sunday on Max, with subscriptions starting at $9.99 and options for bundling with Disney+ and Hulu.

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

How to Watch New Episodes Live

"Lazarus" airs simultaneously in Japan and the U.S., with new dubbed episodes available live on Adult Swim's Toonami block on Saturday nights. You can access Adult Swim through cable or live TV subscriptions like Hulu + Live TV, which offers a three-day free trial.

Lazarus Episode Release Dates

The first season of "Lazarus" will consist of 13 episodes, each airing live on Adult Swim before becoming available on Max. Episodes air at midnight (technically Sunday), but are part of Adult Swim's Saturday programming block. Here's the predicted release schedule for "Lazarus" Season 1:

**Episode 1: "Goodbye Cruel World"** - April 5 (12am EST/9pm PST), Streaming on April 6, 2025
**Episode 2: "Life in the Fast Lane"** - April 12 (12am EST/9pm PST), Streaming on April 13
**Episode 3: "Long Way from Home"** - April 19 (12am EST/9pm PST), Streaming on April 20
**Episode 4** - April 26 (12am EST/9pm PST), Streaming on April 27
**Episode 5** - May 3 (12am EST/9pm PST), Streaming on May 4
**Episode 6** - May 10 (12am EST/9pm PST), Streaming on May 11
**Episode 7** - May 17 (12am EST/9pm PST), Streaming on May 18
**Episode 8** - May 24 (12am EST/9pm PST), Streaming on May 25
**Episode 9** - May 31 (12am EST/9pm PST), Streaming on June 1
**Episode 10** - June 7 (12am EST/9pm PST), Streaming on June 8
**Episode 11** - June 14 (12am EST/9pm PST), Streaming on June 15
**Episode 12** - June 21 (12am EST/9pm PST), Streaming on June 22
**Episode 13** - June 28 (12am EST/9pm PST), Streaming on June 29

What Is Lazarus About?

"Lazarus" is a completely original anime, not based on any existing manga or other source material. The official plot synopsis from the "Lazarus" website outlines a dystopian future:

In the year 2052, humanity enjoys unprecedented peace and prosperity, thanks to a miracle drug developed by Nobel Prize-winning neuroscientist Dr. Skinner called Hapuna. However, three years later, Skinner reveals that Hapuna has a fatal flaw: it leads to death approximately three years after consumption. In response, a special task force named "Lazarus" is assembled to stop Skinner and find a vaccine before it's too late.