"Lazarus" anime debuts April 5; new fight clip released

Shinichiro Watanabe's new anime series, Lazarus, is set to premiere soon. Fans are eager for its debut, which is scheduled for April 5, 2025, on Adult Swim. To build excitement, a new action clip featuring a prison fight has been released. Lazarus is set in a near-future world. The story follows a group of determined characters who are searching for Dr. Skinner, a scientist behind a deadly miracle cure. They have just 30 days to find him and create a vaccine before the cure kills everyone. The recently shared teaser showcases a dramatic fight scene. The action is designed by Chad Stahelski, known for directing the John Wick films. In the scene, Axel, one of the main characters, uses martial arts skills to escape prison while battling guards. The clip combines energetic movements with a cool jazz-inspired score. Watanabe, famous for his earlier works like Cowboy Bebop and Samurai Champloo, directs every episode of Lazarus. The show features music by renowned artists like Kamasi Washington and Bonobo. Lazarus aims to deliver the unique style and character depth fans expect from Watanabe. Overall, Lazarus is highly anticipated as another standout anime from a beloved creator. Fans can catch the show on Adult Swim and streaming on Max shortly after its TV debut.