Parasyte: The Maxim
Parasyte
Kiseijuu: Sei no Kakuritsu
Genres
- Action
- Horror
- Sci-Fi
- Suspense
Tags
all 24- OtherBody Horror92
- FantasyShapeshifting90
- OtherSurvival85
- OtherPhilosophy84
- Main CastMale Protagonist83
- DemographicSeinen80
- TraitsAnthropomorphism79
- TraitsAliens79
- FantasySuper Power79
- OtherGore78
- RomanceHeterosexual74
- OtherCrime68
- SceneUrban68
- DramaComing of Age66
- OtherCannibalism65
- SceneSchool61
- Main CastPrimarily Teen Cast60
- RomanceLove Triangle51
- RomanceUnrequited Love48
- SceneRural40
- RomanceFemale Harem37
- TraitsNudity33
- TechnicalCGI20
- TraitsDelinquents20
Genres: Action, Horror, Sci-Fi, Suspense. Tags: Body Horror, Shapeshifting, Survival, Philosophy, Male Protagonist, Seinen, Anthropomorphism, Aliens, Super Power, Gore, Heterosexual, Crime.
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Ranked
#43
Popularity
36.7K
Favorites
462.5K
Members
#3
This Season
Popular TV
#4
This Season
Rated TV
#44
All Time
Popular TV
#214
All Time
Rated TV
Episode Progress
Complete24 / 24 episodes aired
All 24 episodes available on Crunchyroll, HIDIVE, Hulu, Netflix
- Premiered
- Fall 2014
- Aired
- Oct 9, 2014 – Mar 26, 2015
- Broadcast
- Thursday · 01:29:00
- Duration
- 23 min
- Time to Complete
- 9h 8m
- Rating
- R - 17+ (violence & profanity)
- Studio
- Madhouse
Alternative Titles
ja寄生獣 セイの格率
en-x-romajiKiseijuu: Sei no Kakuritsu
deParasyte -the maxim-
frParasite -la maxime-
enParasyte
enParasite
enParasitic Beasts
ruПаразит: Учение о жизни
enKiseiju - L'ospite indesiderato
enParasite : La Maxime
Synopsis
All of a sudden, they arrived: parasitic aliens that descended upon Earth and quickly infiltrated humanity by burrowing into the brains of vulnerable targets. These insatiable beings acquire full control of their host and are able to morph into a variety of forms in order to feed on unsuspecting prey. Sixteen-year-old high school student Shinichi Izumi falls victim to one of these parasites, but it fails to take over his brain, ending up in his right hand instead. Unable to relocate, the parasite, now named Migi, has no choice but to rely on Shinichi in order to stay alive. Thus, the pair is forced into an uneasy coexistence and must defend themselves from hostile parasites that hope to eradicate this new threat to their species. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Synopsis
The anime was simulcast by Crunchyroll outside of Asia. Aside from the manga and anime, the series also has two live-action film adaptations. The Chinese Ministry of Culture blacklisted Kiseijuu: Sei no Kakuritsu as well as 37 other works on June 9, 2015.
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MAL
8.32
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Episode Guide
Aired so far: 24 / 24
Main Story
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Latest Aired
Episode 24
Remaining
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Theme Songs
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Mean Score
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Status Breakdown
Tags
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many episodes is Parasyte: The Maxim?
Parasyte: The Maxim consists of 24 episodes in total. Each episode has a runtime of approximately 23 minutes.
Is Parasyte: The Maxim a finished anime series?
Yes, Parasyte: The Maxim is a finished series. It originally aired during the fall 2014 season.
Where can I watch Parasyte: The Maxim online?
You can stream Parasyte: The Maxim on platforms including Crunchyroll and Hulu.
What is the plot of Parasyte: The Maxim?
The story follows a high school student named Izumi, Shinichi who becomes host to an alien parasite named Migi. Because the parasite failed to take over his brain, the two must form an unlikely alliance to survive against other hostile, human-infiltrating parasites.
Who is the studio behind Parasyte: The Maxim?
The anime was produced by the acclaimed studio Madhouse. It was directed by Shimizu, Kenichi.
What should I watch if I like Parasyte: The Maxim?
If you enjoyed the themes in this series, fans often recommend similar titles like Tokyo Ghoul, Jujutsu Kaisen, Devilman: Crybaby, Death Note, and Chainsaw Man.
How violent is Parasyte: The Maxim?
Parasyte: The Maxim carries an R - 17+ age rating due to its intense violence and profanity. It is categorized under the horror and gore genres, reflecting its mature and dark content.
Is Parasyte: The Maxim based on a manga?
Yes, the series is based on the original work by Iwaaki, Hitoshi. The anime serves as a faithful adaptation of his source material.
Information
- Type
- TV
- Status
- Finished
- Premiered
- Fall 2014
- Aired
- Oct 9, 2014 – Mar 26, 2015
- Broadcast
- Thursday · 01:29:00
- Episodes
- 24 / 24
- Duration
- 23 min
- Time to Complete
- 9h 8m
- Rating
- R - 17+ (violence & profanity)
- Studio
- Madhouse
Alternative Titles
ja寄生獣 セイの格率
en-x-romajiKiseijuu: Sei no Kakuritsu
deParasyte -the maxim-
frParasite -la maxime-
enParasyte
enParasite
enParasitic Beasts
ruПаразит: Учение о жизни
enKiseiju - L'ospite indesiderato
enParasite : La Maxime
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