"Lazarus: Cowboy Bebop Creator's New Anime Debuts Tonight"

Lazarus stands out as a groundbreaking sci-fi anime, bringing together some of the most acclaimed talents in entertainment. Directed by Shinichirō Watanabe, the visionary behind Cowboy Bebop, Lazarus is not a revival but a fresh narrative, as noted by critic Ryan Guar in his review of the first five episodes. The animation is a collaboration between Mappa Studio, known for hits like Chainsaw Man and Jujutsu Kaisen, and Sola Entertainment, creators of Tower of God. Additionally, the action sequences are crafted by Chad Stahelski, the acclaimed director of the John Wick series.

Given the significant buzz and intrigue surrounding Lazarus, it's no surprise that Adult Swim has secured the rights to air new episodes simultaneously in the U.S. and Japan. If you're eager to catch the latest episodes, here's how you can watch Lazarus online.

Where to Stream Lazarus

Lazarus

In the year 2052, a miracle drug turns lethal, threatening humanity's extinction. A team of outlaws known as LAZARUS has 30 days to save the world. Dive into this thrilling series on Max, where new episodes will be available to stream the day after they air on Adult Swim. This means **new episodes of Lazarus will arrive 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 a Warner Bros. press release, subtitled versions of Lazarus episodes will be available on Max 30 days after the dubbed episodes.

How to Watch New Episodes Live

Lazarus episodes are broadcast simultaneously in Japan and the United States. In the U.S., **you can catch new dubbed episodes of Lazarus live on Adult Swim during its Toonami block on Saturday nights**. In addition to traditional 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 will feature 13 episodes in total. Each episode will premiere live on Adult Swim before becoming available on Max. Keep in mind that 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 breaks the mold as an entirely original anime, with no manga to spoil the plot twists. Here's the official synopsis from the Lazarus website:

In the year 2052, global peace and prosperity reign, thanks to a miracle drug developed by Nobel Prize-winning neuroscientist Dr. Skinner. Named Hapuna, this cure-all has no apparent side effects. However, three years later, Dr. Skinner returns with dire news: Hapuna's half-life is short, and those who have taken it will die within three years. Facing this impending doom, a special task force of five agents, known as "Lazarus," is assembled to thwart Skinner's plan and develop a vaccine before time runs out.

Lazarus Voice Cast and Characters

Created by Shinichirō Watanabe, Lazarus boasts an impressive 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**