Parasyte -the maxim-
Series Overview
A species of parasitic aliens descends on Earth and quickly infiltrates humanity by entering the brains of vulnerable targets; insatiable beings that gain total control of their host and are capable of transforming themselves to feed on unsuspecting prey. High school student Shinichi Izumi falls victim to one of these parasites, but the creature fails to take over his brain and ends up in his right hand.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 24 Episodes
23 min per episode
2014 – 2015
Premiered: Thu, Oct 9, 2014
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 24: “Parasyte”
With Gotou's defeat, Shinichi's life is finally back to "normal." Though saddened by Migi's sudden departure, Shinichi moves forward with his life. However, a final threat appears...
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Parasyte -the maxim- Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2020-12-23
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kenichi Shimizu
Shouji Yonemura, Hitoshi Iwaaki
Ken Arai
Hiroyuki Inage, Daisuke Fukada, Atsushi Kirimoto, Yuka Oshima, Sota Shioiri
Department Leadership Roster
Hiroyuki Inage
Producer
Daisuke Fukada
Producer
Atsushi Kirimoto
Producer
Yuka Oshima
Producer
Sota Shioiri
Producer
Toshio Nakatani
Producer
Ken Arai
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-MA: Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
International Certification Matrix
Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Universal Public Exhibition — Unrestricted family viewing.
Interdit aux moins de 18 ans — 18+ only.
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
14+ Parents Strongly Cautioned.
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What is Parasyte -the maxim- about?
A species of parasitic aliens descends on Earth and quickly infiltrates humanity by entering the brains of vulnerable targets; insatiable beings that gain total control of their host and are capable of transforming themselves to feed on unsuspecting prey. High school student Shinichi Izumi falls victim to one of these parasites, but the creature fails to take over his brain and ends up in his right hand.
How many seasons does Parasyte -the maxim- have?
Parasyte -the maxim- comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Parasyte -the maxim-?
Key cast members in Parasyte -the maxim- include Nobunaga Shimazaki, Aya Hirano.
Who created or directed Parasyte -the maxim-?
Parasyte -the maxim- was developed and directed by Kenichi Shimizu.