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

by Elijah May 04,2025

Lazarus, a groundbreaking sci-fi anime, boasts an impressive lineup of talent from the entertainment world. Directed by Shinichirō Watanabe, the mastermind behind Cowboy Bebop, Lazarus is not a revival of his previous work, as noted by critic Ryan Guar after reviewing 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. Action sequences are choreographed by Chad Stahelski, the visionary behind the John Wick series, adding a thrilling dimension to the series.

Given its stellar team and intriguing premise, it's no surprise that Adult Swim has acquired the rights to broadcast Lazarus in the U.S. at the same time as its Japanese airing. If you're eager to catch the latest episodes of this much-anticipated series, here's how you can do it:

Where to Stream Lazarus

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Set in the year 2052, Lazarus follows a team of outlaws racing against time to save humanity from a lethal drug. New episodes of Lazarus will be available to stream on Max the day after they air on Adult Swim, making them accessible 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 versions are released.

How to Watch New Episodes Live

Lazarus airs simultaneously in Japan and the U.S., with new dubbed episodes available on Adult Swim's Toonami block on Saturday nights. You can catch it on cable or 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 airing live on Adult Swim before becoming available on Max. Episodes are scheduled to air at midnight (technically Sunday), but they are 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 an original anime, not adapted from any manga, which adds to its allure. The story unfolds in 2052, a time of global peace and prosperity thanks to a miracle drug, Hapuna, developed by Dr. Skinner. However, three years later, Dr. Skinner reveals that Hapuna has a fatal flaw: everyone who has taken it will die within three years. In response, a task force named Lazarus is assembled to stop Dr. Skinner and find a vaccine before it's too late.