'Lazarus' Premieres, Showcasing Watanabe's Vision and Stahelski's Action Expertise

The highly anticipated sci-fi anime debuts on Adult Swim and Max, blending existential themes, dynamic animation, and a jazz-electronic soundtrack.

Directed by Shinichirō Watanabe, 'Lazarus' explores the global consequences of Hapna, a miracle drug with deadly side effects, set in the year 2052.
The series follows an elite team racing to locate Dr. Skinner, the drug's creator, and develop a vaccine within a 30-day deadline to prevent mass extinction.
John Wick director Chad Stahelski contributed live-action fight choreography, elevating the anime's action sequences with Hollywood-level expertise.
The soundtrack combines electronic dance music and jazz, featuring artists like Kamasi Washington, adding depth to the show's narrative and atmosphere.
Animated by MAPPA, the 13-episode series airs simultaneously in Japan and the US, with streaming availability on Max, marking a major milestone for Watanabe's career.