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Business Upturn
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Upturn
Is ‘Lazarus' returning for season 2? Everything we know so far
Lazarus—the pulse-pounding sci-fi anime from Cowboy Bebop creator Shinichirō Watanabe—wrapped up its first season in June 2025, and fans are already buzzing with one big question: Will there be a Season 2? With a mix of high-stakes action, sleek futuristic vibes, and a killer soundtrack (seriously, Bonobo and Kamasi Washington? Yes, please), Lazarus made a bold impression when it aired on Adult Swim and Max this spring. But now, viewers are left hanging—not just because of the cliffhanger ending, but because there's still no word on what's next. What Is Lazarus About? Set in 2052, Lazarus kicks off with a world that seems like paradise thanks to a miracle drug called Hapna. It cures pain, disease, you name it. But then its creator, Dr. Skinner, returns with a chilling truth: the drug has a ticking time bomb built in. Three years after taking it, everyone's going to die—unless someone stops it. Enter Lazarus, a task force of five elite agents racing against a 30-day clock to find Skinner and save humanity. The first season ran for 13 episodes, each one covering a day in that deadly countdown. Add in action scenes choreographed by John Wick director Chad Stahelski and it's no surprise fans were hooked. Has Lazarus Been Renewed for Season 2? As of June 30, there's still no official update from Watanabe, MAPPA (the animation studio), or Sola Entertainment. And that silence has fans speculating. Watanabe's known for his 'one-and-done' style—Cowboy Bebop and Samurai Champloo both wrapped up cleanly in a single season. So some viewers think Lazarus might've been built that way too: a tight, complete story across 30 days. Still, that hasn't stopped theories from flying. On X and Reddit, fans have pointed out that the finale did leave doors open. One popular theory suggests that Axel Gilberto could become the central character of a second season, possibly as the sole survivor trying to fix the chaos left behind. Some even feel the last episode hints at a bigger conspiracy still in motion. What Could Happen in Lazarus Season 2? If Lazarus gets the green light for Season 2, there's so much potential. The finale (no spoilers, but wow) sets up a world where things could get even crazier. Fans are speculating that Axel Gilberto might take center stage, maybe on a solo mission to fix the mess left behind or even bring back his team. The show's unique setup—each episode covering one day of the 30-day countdown—could shift into something new, like a post-apocalyptic chase or a deeper dive into the moral gray zones Watanabe loves to explore. Imagine more of that MAPPA animation magic, with Stahelski's action sequences cranking up the intensity. Plus, the music? Let's just say I'm crossing my fingers for more tracks that hit like Season 1's did. Characters like Abel Anderson, the steady leader, or Chris Blake, the team's firecracker, could get richer backstories, too. When Could Lazarus Season 2 Be Released? No renewal means no solid release date, but let's dream a little. If MAPPA gives the go-ahead soon, we're probably looking at late 2026 or even 2027, given how long it takes to craft anime this polished. Season 1 wrapped production in about a year, so that's a rough guide. For now, UK fans can binge Season 1 on Channel 4's streaming service, while US folks can catch it on Max or Adult Swim reruns. Ahmedabad Plane Crash
The Review Geek
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Review Geek
Lazarus Episode 13 Preview: Release Date, Time & Where To Watch
Lazarus Lazarus takes place in the utopian year of 2052. A genius neuroscientist by the name of Dr. Skinner has discovered a miracle analgesic drug known as Hapna, completely relieving the user of any pain. After inexplicably disappearing, we cut forward three years later, where Dr Skinner resurfaces to the public in an online video. He announce that the drug has a three-year half-life and soon everyone who has taken it will die. As a result of this, a task force of five agents is assembled to locate Skinner and create a vaccine. Its name? Lazarus. If you've been following this anime, you may be curious to find out when the next episode will be released. Well, wonder no more! Here is everything you need to know about episode 13 of Lazarus, including the release date, time, and where you can watch this. Where Can I Watch Lazarus? Lazarus is airing in Japan on TXN (TV Tokyo) and Animax. It is also available to stream on Adultswim and HBO Max for those in the US and other territories, along with airing for free on Channel 4 for those in the UK! Lazarus Episode 13 Release Date Lazarus Episode 13 will debut on Sunday 28th June at approximately 9pm (ET)/ 12am (ET) and 5am (GMT). Episodes will then drop every week at the same time each week. Of course, it's really dependent on how quickly the platform uploads new episodes. Expect this to be pretty close to the release time though. Lazarus is airing in the West with a pretty strange licencing agreement here. Warner Bros. Discovery have decided that the series will first premiere in English on Adult Swim, with a next-day upload on Max. Then, the Japanese with English subtitle version of the anime will debut in the United States on Adult Swim and Max 30 days after the English-language premiere. It's likely the same thing will occur in the UK too. How Many Episodes Will Lazarus Have? It has been announced that Lazarus will have 13 episodes in total, with one episode releasing a week. With all of that in mind, we're now onto the finale for this one! Is There A Trailer For Lazarus? Yes! You can find a trailer for Lazarus below. What do you hope to see as the series progresses? What's been your favorite moment of Lazarus so far? Let us know in the comments below!
India.com
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Top 7 Anime Picks In 2025
Zee Media Bureau Jun 09, 2025 This anime tells the story of Saito Hojo who forced to marry Akane Sakuramoni the girl he hates in his class to inherit his grandfather's company. This anime follows Rudo a boy who lives in a lower part of a floating town. One day he is framed for murder he didn't do and gets thrown off the edge in the trash wasteland. A dark historical fantasy anime which follows Jinta a demon hunter who engages in a centuries old battle from the Edo period to the Heisha era. This anime explores romance and challenges for high schoolers amid global pandemic. It Follows the story of a young man Shiki Ichinose who discovers he has Oni blood which is a lineage of powerful demons. A decent pick in 2025 to binge watch. It follows the story of a former hitman Taro Sakamoto who chooses to retire after meeting the love of his life but when the past catches up he must protect his family from threats. Set in 2052 humans are living in utopian age because of a miracle drug known as Hapna which is developed by Dr. Skinner. Lazarus is a great anime to watch in 2025. Read Next Story
The Review Geek
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Review Geek
Lazarus Episode 9 Preview: Release Date, Time & Where To Watch
Lazarus Lazarus takes place in the utopian year of 2052. A genius neuroscientist by the name of Dr. Skinner has discovered a miracle analgesic drug known as Hapna, completely relieving the user of any pain. After inexplicably disappearing, we cut forward three years later, where Dr Skinner resurfaces to the public in an online video. He announce that the drug has a three-year half-life and soon everyone who has taken it will die. As a result of this, a task force of five agents is assembled to locate Skinner and create a vaccine. Its name? Lazarus. If you've been following this anime, you may be curious to find out when the next episode will be released. Well, wonder no more! Here is everything you need to know about episode 9 of Lazarus, including the release date, time, and where you can watch this. Where Can I Watch Lazarus? Lazarus is airing in Japan on TXN (TV Tokyo) and Animax. It is also available to stream on Adultswim and HBO Max for those in the US and other territories, along with airing for free on Channel 4 for those in the UK! Lazarus Episode 9 Release Date Lazarus Episode 9 will debut on Sunday 1st June at approximately 9pm (ET)/ 12am (ET) and 5am (GMT). Episodes will then drop every week at the same time each week. Of course, it's really dependent on how quickly the platform uploads new episodes. Expect this to be pretty close to the release time though. Lazarus is airing in the West with a pretty strange licencing agreement here. Warner Bros. Discovery have decided that the series will first premiere in English on Adult Swim, with a next-day upload on Max. Then, the Japanese with English subtitle version of the anime will debut in the United States on Adult Swim and Max 30 days after the English-language premiere. It's likely the same thing will occur in the UK too. How Many Episodes Will Lazarus Have? It has been announced that Lazarus will have 13 episodes in total, with one episode releasing a week. With all of that in mind, we have 4 more episodes left of this one! Is There A Trailer For Lazarus? Yes! You can find a trailer for Lazarus below. What do you hope to see as the series progresses? What's been your favorite moment of Lazarus so far? Let us know in the comments below!
Kyodo News
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Kyodo News
"LAZARUS" Episode 3 "LONG WAY FROM HOME": Preview Images and Synopsis Released!
By Koji Uchida, Animate Times - 7 minutes ago - 16:36 | All Preview images and a synopsis for the 3rd episode of "LAZARUS", titled "LONG WAY FROM HOME," have been unveiled. "LAZARUS," an original anime series directed by Shinichiro Watanabe (known for "Cowboy Bebop"), premiered on April 6th (Sunday) at 11:45 PM JST, with simultaneous release on Adult Swim and online streaming on Max. Episode 3: "LONG WAY FROM HOME" Synopsis Chris and Leland, disguised as cleaners, infiltrated Skinner's house but their search yielded no clues. Simultaneously, Axel and Doug sought out Doug's former mentor, Claude, who had previously worked with Skinner. Claude, now homeless, provided crucial information, revealing that Skinner's grandmother might be in Istanbul. Acting on this lead, Axel and Leland ventured into the most perilous district of Istanbul, where they were promptly encircled by a group of local thugs. About "LAZARUS" Story The year is 2052. The world seemed to be on the verge of unprecedented peace and stability, and the painkiller drug 'Hapna' developed by a lauded neuroscientist Dr. Skinner has had a lot to do with it. Hailed as a "miracle drug" with no side effects, Hapna spread across the globe, freeing humanity from pain. However, Dr. Skinner, the drug's creator, suddenly vanished without a trace, his whereabouts unknown to all. Three years later, he resurfaces as a demon hellbent on bringing about the world's destruction. Hapna, it turns out, was a trap—a drug designed to trigger fatal symptoms in its users exactly three years after consumption. "You have 30 days. If you can find my location within that time, humanity might survive." The only hope for salvation lies in using the single vaccine Skinner possesses. He challenges the world: if you want it, come and find me. A team of five agents, "Lazarus," has been gathered from all over the world to counter Skinner's plot. Can they save humanity? And what is Skinner's true purpose? Cast Axel: Mamoru Miyano Doug: Makoto Furukawa Christine: Maaya Uchida Leland: Yuma Uchida Eleina: Manaka Iwami Hersch: Megumi Hayashibara Abel: Akio Otsuka Skinner: Koichi Yamadera Yuichi Nakamura Tomokazu Sugita Shoya Chiba Neeko Daisuke Ono Kazuhiko Inoue Satoshi Hino Sumire Uesaka Hidenori Takahashi Koki Uchiyama Kensho Ono Aoi Tada Ayane Sakura Yoshiko Sakakibara (C) 2024 The Cartoon Network, Inc. All Rights Reserved
