Summary
Lazarus is an upcoming anime series not as mean directed by Shinichiro Watanabe (the director ofCowboy Bebop). The anime was announced in 2023, but the updates have been very limited. In 2024, it was confirmed the anime would be released next year.
After a long wait,Lazarus' release date has been revealed.The anime will be released in April 2025. Along with the release window, the episode count is confirmed to be 13. Shinichiro Watanabe’s projects always do well, so Lazarus is expected to perform well, and it could even be in contention for the anime of the year.
Lazarus' Staff & Cast Is Stacked
Many notable names are working on Lazarus, which is why fans expect the anime to be a hit. The first name is obviously that of Shinichiro Watanabe, the man behind many famed anime,such as Cowboy Bebop, Space Dandy, Samurai Champloo, and Terror in Resonance. As the director, Shinichiro Watanabe will be the one who makes most of the key decisions regarding the anime. He has proven his ingenuity multiple times, so fans can relax knowing that he will never release an incomplete project.
Chad Stahelski is another namethat has made the headlines. Known for the John Wick movies, he is a modern-day legend. Chad Stahelski is a big fan of Shinichiro Watanabe’s works, so it’s understandable why he wouldn’t want to miss the chance to work with him. Chad Stahelski is in charge ofdesigning the action scenes in Lazarus. Given his catalog, it’s obvious why he was given the role. Kamasi Washington, Bonobo, and Floating Points are composing the music for Lazarus.
The voice cast for Lazarus has been confirmed and it includes the following:
What Is Lazarus Anime About?
Lazarus is set in a utopian society circa 2052 when a scientist named Dr. Skinner discovers a miracle drug. Naturally, people started to use it. Three years later, in 2055, Dr. Skinner revealed that the drug would kill everyone, as it had a lifespan of 3½ years. It results in the creation of a special task force to catch the scientist and save humanity.
