Overview

• Set in 2055, 'Lazarus' follows a secret task force racing to stop a global catastrophe caused by Hapna, a miracle drug with a deadly mutation.
• Critics highlight the series' high-octane action sequences choreographed by 'John Wick' director Chad Stahelski and animated by MAPPA.
• The soundtrack, featuring Kamasi Washington, Floating Points, and Bonobo, combines jazz and electronic music to enhance the show's cyberpunk aesthetic.
• Early episodes explore societal collapse through themes like wealth inequality, environmental degradation, and the opioid crisis, resonating with real-world issues.
• While drawing comparisons to 'Cowboy Bebop,' the series establishes its own identity with a countdown-driven narrative and a diverse ensemble cast.