Lazarus, a groundbreaking sci-fi anime, has assembled an impressive array of talent. Directed by Shinichirō Watanabe, renowned for his work on Cowboy Bebop, Lazarus is not a revival but an entirely new venture, as noted by critic Ryan Guar in his review of the first five episodes. The animation is brought to life by Mappa Studio, known for hits like Chainsaw Man and Jujutsu Kaisen, in collaboration with Sola Entertainment, the team behind Tower of God. Adding to the excitement, Chad Stahelski, the visionary behind the John Wick films, has crafted the series' action sequences.

The buzz around Lazarus is palpable, and it's no surprise that Adult Swim has chosen to air the anime simultaneously in the U.S. and Japan. If you're eager to catch the latest episodes of Lazarus online, here's how you can do so.

Where to Stream Lazarus

Lazarus

In the year 2052, a miracle drug turns deadly, threatening humanity's extinction. A team of outlaws, known as LAZARUS, is tasked with saving the world within 30 days. Dive into this thrilling series on Max.

New episodes of Lazarus will be available to stream on Max the day after they premiere on Adult Swim. That means you can catch **new episodes of Lazarus on Max every Sunday**. Max subscriptions start at $9.99 and offer the option to bundle 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 versions.

How to Watch New Episodes Live

Lazarus episodes are broadcast simultaneously in Japan and the United States. In the U.S., you can watch **new dubbed episodes of Lazarus live on Adult Swim's Toonami block on Saturday nights**. Beyond cable, Adult Swim is accessible through live TV services such as Hulu + Live TV, which offers a three-day free trial.

Lazarus Episode Release Dates

The first season of Lazarus comprises 13 episodes, each airing live on Adult Swim before becoming available on Max. Episodes air at midnight (technically Sunday), but are considered part of Adult Swim's Saturday block. Here's 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 is a unique anime, as it is not based on any existing manga or other source material, offering a fresh narrative. Here’s the official plot synopsis from the Lazarus website:

In the year 2052, humanity enjoys an unprecedented era of peace and prosperity, thanks to Dr. Skinner's Nobel Prize-winning miracle drug, Hapuna. However, three years later, Dr. Skinner reveals that Hapuna has a lethal side effect, predicting the death of all who have taken it within three years. In response, a special task force named "Lazarus" is assembled to stop Skinner and find a cure before time runs out.

Lazarus Voice Cast and Characters

Lazarus, created by Shinichirō Watanabe, features a talented 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); David Matranga (English) as Dr. Skinner