Sam Claflin is ready to grace our screens in one of his most complex leading roles yet, for his upcoming show, Lazarus. The actor has already tackled several nuanced roles on the big screen and small screen alike, including his heartbreaking portrayal in Me Before You as well as Peaky Blinders. My man has got some impressive range, which is why I can’t wait to see his take as the lead character in Lazarus. But what is the upcoming Harlan Coben series about, anyway?
Scroll to find out everything you need to know about Harlan Coben’s Lazarus on Prime Video!
What is ‘Lazarus’ about?
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The upcoming Harlan Coben-written series will follow the character Lazarus, AKA Laz (Claflin), who is forced to grapple with his dark past following the tragic passing of his father, who recently committed suicide. The heartbreaking event leads Laz down an unexpected rabbit hole of cold cases, which includes the mysterious death of his sister, which occurred nearly three decades prior. How will he go about solving these cases, considering how personal they are to him?
Is ‘Lazarus’ based on a book?
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What’s interesting about Lazarus is the fact that it was written by novelist Harlan Coben, but it’s not actually based on a book. Instead, the author believed his idea would work far better as an on-screen series, mainly due to the strengths of a visual medium when it comes to telling ghost stories. He explained in a recent interview with Radio Times while discussing the upcoming series, “I thought, ‘I could write this as a novel, but I’m seeing it as a TV series’. It’s a little more of a ghost story, very visual,”
As a fan of Coben’s novels, I’m looking forward to seeing how he’ll capture his vision through a different medium. The writer has a history of adapting his books into movies and shows, but how will this look without a book to use as a reference point? Only time will tell!
What genre is ‘Lazarus’?
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Interestingly enough, the genre for Lazarus is described as a psychological horror and thriller. So yeah, I’ll be tuned into this mini series the second it comes out!
Who’s in the ‘Lazarus’ cast?
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The show, written by Harlan Coben, has a rich ensemble cast, including:
- Sam Claflin (Daisy Jones & The Six, Me Before You)
- Bill Nighy (About Time, Love Actually)
- David Fynn (Belgravia: The Next Chapter, The Pembrokeshire Murders)
- Alexandra Roach (Sanditon, Bodies)
- Ewan Horrocks (The Last Kingdom)
- Jack Deam (Vera)
- Sianad Gregory (The Alienist)
When does ‘Lazarus’ come out?
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Lazarus will premiere on Amazon Prime Video on October 22, 2025 for streaming.
Where can I watch ‘Lazarus?’
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The series will air on Amazon Prime Video!