Lazarus, created by Shinichiro Watanabe, is an anime series streaming on Adult Swim and Max, set in a near-future world where society is on the brink of collapse due to a disastrous painkiller called Hapna. This drug, developed by Dr. Deniz Skinner, once promised relief but is set to turn lethal. With action sequences by John Wick’s Chad Stahelski and music from top artists like Kamasi Washington, the 13-episode series captures a blend of genre-defining elements reminiscent of Watanabe's Cowboy Bebop, while delving into themes of dependency and survival in a corrupted world.
In the anime series Lazarus, creator Shinichiro Watanabe introduces a world where a corrupted painkiller threatens humanity, blending action with a dystopian narrative.
Set in 2055, the story follows Dr. Deniz Skinner, a scientist who warns the world that his miracle drug Hapna has turned deadly, igniting a global crisis.
As chaos unfolds, Skinner's character embodies a radical blend of altruism and malice, manipulating public perception while holding humanity's fate in his hands.
Lazarus features exceptional animation by MAPPA and music from notable artists, enhancing its gripping narrative about humanity's dependency on a dangerous miracle drug.
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