In a revealing interview with Anime News Network , Shinichiro Watanabe, one of the most renowned directors in the anime world, confirmed that all of his original works are connected in a single universe.
Yes, you read that right! Cowboy Bebop , Samurai Champloo , Carole & Tuesday , Space Dandy , Zankyou no Terror , and the recently announced Lazarus are all part of the same reality, according to Watanabe himself.
The revelation sparks a new perspective on these works already beloved by fans. Watanabe, known for his unique ability to blend genres and create rich and diverse universes, made it clear that these connections are not obvious. This opens up space for theories and discussions among fans: how could the space cowboys of Bebop somehow coexist with the atmosphere of Samurai Champloo?.
Furthermore, the fact that Space Dandy and Zankyou no Terror , so different in tone and theme, are also connected, shows the depth of Watanabe's creative thinking.
Now, with the arrival of the Lazarus created by Shinichiro Watanabe, fans can keep an eye out for possible references and easter eggs that reinforce these connections.
Source: ANN