Parasyte -the maxim-
Kiseijuu: Sei no Kakuritsu
What is Parasyte -the maxim-?
Parasyte -the maxim- is a science fiction horror series that aired during the fall 2014 season, running for 24 episodes. The story follows a high school student named Shin who becomes an unwilling host to an alien parasite, giving him unique insight into an invasion that humanity does not yet understand. These extraterrestrial organisms descend to Earth with the capacity to infiltrate human bodies and assume grotesque forms—or blend seamlessly into society by wearing a human face. Shin's internal struggle against his parasite sets him apart as potentially the only person who can warn others of the threat.
The series blends action, drama, and psychological tension as it explores the consequences of parasitic possession and Shin's fight to maintain his humanity while bonded to an alien intelligence. The premise raises uncomfortable questions about identity, control, and what it means to be human when your own body harbors a foreign consciousness. This finished series offers a complete narrative arc across its full episode count, making it accessible for viewers seeking a self-contained horror experience rather than an ongoing commitment.
They arrive in silence and darkness. They descend from the skies. They have a hunger for human flesh. They are everywhere. They are parasites, alien creatures who must invade–and take control of–a human host to survive. And once they have infected their victims, they can assume any deadly form they choose: monsters with giant teeth, winged demons, creatures with blades for hands. But most have chosen to conceal their lethal purpose behind ordinary human faces. So no one knows their secret–except an ordinary high school student. Shin is battling for control of his own body against an alien parasite, but can he find a way to warn humanity of the horrors to come? (Source: Del Rey)
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the latest episode of Parasyte -the maxim-?
- The most recent episode is Episode 24, which aired on March 25, 2015.
- How many episodes does Parasyte -the maxim- have?
- Parasyte -the maxim- has 24 episodes.
- When did Parasyte -the maxim- come out?
- Parasyte -the maxim- premiered on October 9, 2014.
- Is Parasyte -the maxim- finished?
- Parasyte -the maxim- has finished airing and every episode has been released.