Legendary Director Shinichiro Watanabe’s Lazarus Reveals New Trailer

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Key Takeaways

  • Shinichiro Watanabe directs new anime Lazarus set for 2025 release with MAPPA studio.
  • Chad Stahelski, acclaimed for John Wick, to work on project alongside renowned voice actors.
  • Sci-fi action series with 13 episodes set in 2055, available to stream on Adult Swim.

As a hardcore anime fan with over 20 years of experience under my belt, let me tell you that the news about Lazarus has sent shivers down my spine! Shinichiro Watanabe, a name synonymous with anime greatness, is back, and this time he’s teaming up with the mighty MAPPA studio. The fact that Chad Stahelski, the man behind John Wick, is also on board is just icing on the cake!

Shinchiro Watanabe, a highly respected figure in the world of anime, has left his mark on numerous significant productions such as Cowboy Bebop, Samurai Champloo, Space Dandy, and Terror in Resonance. Now, he’s all set to captivate us with his unique storytelling prowess.

For this upcoming venture, he’ll collaborate with MAPPA on a series titled Lazarus, scheduled for release in 2025. While MAPPA has yet to specify an exact launch date, there’s a strong possibility it will debut either in summer or fall of 2025. The delay is primarily due to Zenshu, another project by MAPPA slated for January 2025, preventing them from releasing two projects so close together.

The Staff Of Lazarus Has Big Names

With a powerhouse team behind it, there’s no question that anticipation for Lazarus is running high. Fans will be eagerly waiting to see if Lazarus delivers as promised, given that it’s an innovative anime project and not adapted from manga. Here are the confirmed staff members for Lazarus:

  • Director: Shinichiro Watanabe (Cowboy Bebop, Samurai Champloo, Blade Runner Black Out 2022)
  • Action Director: Chad Stahelski (John Wick, Day Shift)
  • Music: Kamasi Washington, Bonobo, Floating Points
  • Studios: MAPPA, Sola Entertainment

Besides Shinchiro Watanabe, Chad Stahelski is another well-known figure involved in this venture. Known primarily for directing the John Wick film series, Stahelski has garnered significant recognition. Given MAPPA’s past projects, their involvement in this project is already familiar to many fans.

Over the past ten years, this studio has been a key player in creating some outstanding anime. Among its standout productions are Vinland Saga, Attack on Titan, Jujutsu Kaisen, Kakegurui, and Chainsaw Man.

The Confirmed Cast For Lazarus

The voice actors for Lazarus have already been confirmed.

  • Mamoru Miyano (Hunter x Hunter, Pluto, Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood) as Axel
  • Makoto Furukawa (Kaguya-sama: Love Is War, One Ounch Man, Blue Lock) as Doug
  • Maaya Uchida (High School DxD, Noragami) as Christine
  • Yuma Uchida (Jujutsu Kaisen, Blue Lock, Boruto) as Leland
  • Manaka Iwami (Fruits Basket, Spy × Family) as Eleina
  • Akio Otsuka (One Piece, Vinland Saga, JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure) as Abel
  • Koichi Yamadera (My Hero Academia, Gintama, Dragon Ball Super) as Dr. Skinner
  • Megumi Hayashibara (Cowboy Bebop, Shaman King) as Hersch

The Lazarus anime series consists of just 13 episodes, which is quite brief. This animated show was initially announced in July 2023. Originally slated for a 2024 release, the debut has been postponed because of unexpected production complications.

In the year 2055, the narrative revolves around Dr. Skinner, a scientist who claims he’s found a miraculous cure-all drug. However, it’s later exposed that this drug is lethal to anyone who ingests it. Consequently, a team is assembled to locate Skinner and secure the antidote called Lazarus.

Lazarus will be available to stream on Adult Swim.

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2024-10-22 17:34