Just weeks into its April 2025 debut, Lazarus—Shinichirō Watanabe’s jazzy sci-fi thriller—has hooked fans with its high-stakes race against a deadly drug, Hapna, and MAPPA’s slick animation. I binged the first three episodes on Max, vibing to Kamasi Washington’s soulful tracks and Axel’s parkour-fueled chaos. With Season 1’s 13 episodes still airing (Episode 4 drops April 27, 2025), fans are already buzzing about Lazarus Season 2. But with no manga to lean on and a tight 30-day plot, is there room for more? Let’s dig through the slim clues, fan hype, and studio realities to see if Team Lazarus has another mission waiting.

No Season 2 Signal: Season 1’s Still Mid-Game

As of April 27, 2025, there’s zero official word on Lazarus Season 2. I checked X posts from @CloverWorks, @MAPPA, Anime News Network (@anime), Crunchyroll (@Crunchyroll), and Adult Swim (@adultswim)—all silent on renewals. ANN confirms Season 1’s 13-episode run, premiering April 6, 2025, on TV Tokyo and Adult Swim’s Toonami, with streaming on Max and Channel 4 (UK).

@MangaMoguraRE tweeted on February 27, 2025, about the April 5 start and 13-episode count, but no Season 2 hints. YouTube’s Crunchyroll and Aniplex channels have trailers for Season 1, like the October 2024 teaser, but nothing beyond. Wikipedia and CBR note Lazarus is an original anime, not based on manga or novels, crafted by Watanabe with MAPPA and Sola Entertainment. Season 1 follows Axel and the Lazarus task force hunting Dr. Skinner, whose Hapna drug will kill its users in 30 days unless a cure’s found. With only three episodes aired, the story’s far from resolved—Episode 3 (“Long Way from Home”) aired April 20, and Episode 4 (“Superstition”) hits tonight. ScreenRant praised the premiere’s “engaging, timely story” and MAPPA’s visuals, but no outlet mentions a second season.

Why the silence? Season 1’s ongoing, and MAPPA’s likely waiting for viewership data. ANN reports Lazarus’s 7.5/10 on MyAnimeList from 1,000+ votes, and JustWatch ranks it 166th on streaming charts, up 47 spots recently. But Adult Swim’s Toonami slot and Max streaming (starting at $9.99/month) limit its reach compared to Jujutsu Kaisen on Crunchyroll. MAPPA’s packed with Chainsaw Man and Vinland Saga, and Watanabe’s projects (Carole & Tuesday) often stay one-offs, per Wikipedia. Season 1’s conclusive ending (projected for June 28, 2025) might wrap the story, leaving little for Season 2.

What Season 2 Could Chase: New Threats, Same Vibe

If Lazarus Season 2 gets greenlit, it’d need to pivot hard, as Season 1’s 30-day countdown (29 days left by Episode 2) suggests a self-contained arc. The original story gives Watanabe freedom to invent—maybe a new drug crisis, Skinner’s hidden allies, or Axel’s past as a 100-time jailbreaker sparking fresh conflicts. CBR hints at Episode 2’s “mysterious men” throwing Lazarus off Skinner’s trail, which could set up a bigger conspiracy for Season 2. The ending theme’s imagery—countless dead, Axel standing alone—might tease a twist where he’s immune to Hapna, opening sequel potential.

The cast would likely return: Mamoru Miyano (Axel), Maaya Uchida (Christine), and Koichi Yamadera (Skinner), with Chad Stahelski’s John Wick-style action and Bonobo’s jazzy score. ComicBook lauded Season 1’s “propulsive jazz-heavy score,” comparing it to Cowboy Bebop, so Season 2 could lean harder into Watanabe’s signature style. I’d love more of Christine’s gun-slinging chaos or Eleina’s hacking, animated by MAPPA’s fluid parkour sequences. But with no source material, it’s all speculative—Watanabe’s call.

Fan Hype and X Murmurs

Fans on X are buzzing about Lazarus, but Season 2 talk is scarce. @buddyclowns (April 26, 2025) called it a “great anime to watch with friends,” praising its Cowboy Bebop vibes, while @Kurochi (April 21) paired it with Fire Force Season 3 as Spring 2025 must-watches. No Season 2 demands yet—fans are still digesting Episode 3. A Change.org petition for Lazarus doesn’t exist, unlike No Game No Life’s 2016 push, and Reddit threads (per web data) focus on Episode 1’s animation, not renewals. ScreenRant noted early critical success on Rotten Tomatoes (73% audience score), but critics like IGN’s Ryan Gaur gave Episodes 1–5 a 5/10, calling it “disappointing” for lacking Bebop’s energy.

Fan blogs speculate Season 2 could hinge on Season 1’s resolution—if Skinner’s caught or the cure’s found, a new villain might emerge. But without ANN or Crunchyroll backing, it’s just chatter. ComicBook’s Spring 2025 preview called Lazarus a “hotly anticipated” Toonami original, suggesting streaming spikes could sway MAPPA. For now, check @adultswim or @anime for real updates—X rumors are too thin.

Odds of a Second Run?

Will Lazarus Season 2 rise? It’s a tough bet. Positives: MyAnimeList’s 7.5/10 and JustWatch’s streaming rank show early traction. MAPPA’s history with sequels (Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2) and Watanabe’s clout could push it, per ANN. The original format means no manga sales to worry about—purely viewership and buzz matter. Adult Swim’s investment (simulcast with Japan) and a star-studded team (Stahelski, Kamasi Washington) signal faith.

But the negatives stack up. CBR and IGN confirm Season 1’s 13 episodes are designed to conclude by June 28, 2025, with no Season 2 hint. Mixed reviews—IGN’s 5/10 and ScreenRant’s gripes about “stiff” English dubs—hurt momentum. MAPPA’s slammed with Hell’s Paradise and Chainsaw Man, and Toonami’s niche audience limits reach compared to Crunchyroll’s global pull. If Season 1 ties up Skinner’s arc, a sequel might feel forced. I’d peg a 20% chance—viable if Max streaming soars or Watanabe pitches a killer follow-up, but doubtful otherwise.

How to Keep the Mission Alive

This wait’s like Axel dodging bullets, but we’ve got options. Catch Season 1 on Adult Swim’s Toonami (Saturdays, 12 AM EST) or stream on Max (new episodes Sundays, $9.99/month). In the UK, Channel 4 has it. I rewatched Episode 1’s parkour chase, and MAPPA’s animation pops. No manga exists, so follow the Lazarus wiki for plot updates or check Kodansha’s Magazine Pocket for news, though it’s unrelated to this original. MAPPA, don’t ghost us! Axel’s crew and Watanabe’s vision deserve a shot to evolve. Stream on Max, rate on MyAnimeList, and tag @adultswim or @MAPPA on X. No petitions yet, but if one pops on Change.org, I’ll signal it. Let’s keep the jazz playing and push for more.

Out of Time Already?

So, here we are, 27 days left in Season 1’s countdown and no Lazarus Season 2 in sight. It’s all Hapna stakes, parkour flair, and Watanabe’s cool—but no renewal, no leaks, just X hype and a ticking clock. Are we doomed to a one-season run, or is MAPPA hiding a new game? I’m rooting for Axel to break out one more time. Stream on Max, vibe to Bonobo, and let’s hope this sci-fi bet pays off. Who’s ready to hunt Skinner again?