Lazarus has brought together some of the most renowned names not just from the world of anime but across all of entertainment. This completely original sci-fi series is spearheaded by Shinichirō Watanabe, the creative genius behind Cowboy Bebop. However, critic Ryan Guar notes that Lazarus is far from a revival of Cowboy Bebop. The animation is led by the acclaimed studio MAPPA (Chainsaw Man, Jujutsu Kaisen) alongside Sola Entertainment (Tower of God), while the action sequences are crafted by Chad Stahelski, the director behind the John Wick films.
With such high anticipation and a touch of mystery, it’s no surprise that Adult Swim picked up the series to air new episodes simultaneously in the U.S. and Japan. If you’re curious about how to watch new episodes of Lazarus online, keep reading.
Where to Stream Lazarus
Lazarus
In the year 2052, a miracle drug turns deadly, threatening humanity’s survival. A team of outlaws known as LAZARUS must rise to save the world within 30 days.
New episodes of Lazarus will stream exclusively on Max the day after their broadcast on Adult Swim. This means new episodes will be available on Max every Sunday. Max subscriptions start at $9.99 and can be bundled with Disney+ and Hulu.
According to a Warner Bros. press release, subtitled versions of Lazarus episodes will air on Max 30 days after the dubbed episodes premiere.
How to Watch New Episodes Live
Lazarus airs simultaneously in both Japan and the United States. In the U.S., new dubbed episodes of Lazarus can be watched live on Adult Swim during its Toonami block on Saturday nights. Adult Swim is available via cable and live TV streaming services like Hulu + Live TV, which offers a three-day free trial.
Lazarus Episode Release Dates
The first season of Lazarus consists of 13 episodes, airing live on Adult Swim before becoming available on Max. Episodes air at midnight (technically Sunday), but they’re part of Adult Swim’s Saturday block, so think of it as staying up late to enjoy the show.
Assuming there’s no mid-season break, here’s the predicted release schedule for Lazarus Season 1:
| Episode | Title | Air Date (EST) | Streaming Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Episode 1 | "Goodbye Cruel World" | April 5 | April 6 |
| Episode 2 | "Life in the Fast Lane" | April 12 | April 13 |
| Episode 3 | "Long Way from Home" | April 19 | April 20 |
| Episode 4 | [ttpp] | April 26 | April 27 |
| Episode 5 | [ttpp] | May 3 | May 4 |
| Episode 6 | [ttpp] | May 10 | May 11 |
| Episode 7 | [ttpp] | May 17 | May 18 |
| Episode 8 | [ttpp] | May 24 | May 25 |
| Episode 9 | [ttpp] | May 31 | June 1 |
| Episode 10 | [ttpp] | June 7 | June 8 |
| Episode 11 | [ttpp] | June 14 | June 15 |
| Episode 12 | [ttpp] | June 21 | June 22 |
| Episode 13 | [ttpp] | June 28 | June 29 |
What Is Lazarus About?
Uniquely original, Lazarus draws no inspiration from manga, leaving viewers to experience the story unfold entirely through the anime format. Here’s the official synopsis from the Lazarus website:
The year is 2052—a period of unprecedented global peace and prosperity. This is thanks to a revolutionary cure-all drug named Hapuna, developed by Nobel Prize-winning neuroscientist Dr. Skinner.
Three years later, the world has adapted to this new reality. However, Dr. Skinner returns—not as a savior, but as a harbinger of doom. He reveals that Hapuna has a fatal flaw: anyone who takes it will die within three years. Humanity is running out of time.
To counter this threat, a special international task force of five agents is assembled. Known as "Lazarus," this team must stop Dr. Skinner and develop a vaccine before it’s too late.
Lazarus Voice Cast and Characters
Created by Shinichirō Watanabe, Lazarus features an impressive voice cast:
- 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)
This stellar lineup ensures Lazarus delivers on both storytelling and character depth.
