Series

Parasyte -the maxim-

2014★ 8.31 seasons

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.

Cast

Featured cast

Nobunaga ShimazakiIzumi Shinichi (voice)

Aya HiranoMigi-(voice)

Episodes

1MetamorphosisThe whole world is about to change one quiet evening with the arrival of parasytes who devour human brains. One of their eggs lands at the home of Iz…23 min

2Demon in the FleshAs Shinichi and his parasyte continue their unasked-for coexistence, the parasyte in his right (migi) arm decides to take on the name of "Migi." Shin…23 min

3FeastAs the number of mincemeat murder victims grows, Shinichi, alone in his knowledge of the truth, is in turmoil. When Migi suddenly alerts him to the p…23 min

4Disheveled HairShinichi's life returns to "normal" after A's killing spree, but Shinichi remains in low spirits. His mother, Nobuko, becomes worried, but Shinichi j…23 min

5The StrangerRunning late to school, Shinichi sees Nagai in trouble with some punks. When Shinichi steps in to help, he meets a high school student, Kimishima Kan…23 min

6The Sun Also RisesStruck through the heart by his mother-turned-parasite, Shinichi survives only through Migi's efforts. After regaining consciousness, Shinichi is dev…23 min

7Dark Night's PassingThinking he'd found his mother's killer, Shinichi instead meets Uda Mamoru, a man in a similar situation as himself. Uda sympathizes with Shinichi an…23 min

8Freezing PointShinichi has regained some semblance of a normal life. However, with Migi's cells dispersed throughout his body, his physical abilities have greatly …23 min

9Beyond Good and EvilYuko is drawn to Shimada Hideo, but gradually realizes that something is seriously amiss with Shimada's face itself. As Yuko pursues Shimada's secret…23 min

10What Mad UniverseIncapable of rationala thought, Shimada Hideo is a savage beast on a rampage, and Satomi's class has become his prey. Shinichi must make his way thro…23 min

11The Blue BirdKana's feelings for Shinichi grows day by day, and so does Shinichi's apprehension about Kana's ability. As ordinary life returns, Satomi struggles w…23 min

12KokoroKana's special ability is gaining in strength. Believing that ignoring her will only endanger her life, Shinichi tells Kana everything about the para…23 min

13Hello SadnessA few days after Kana's death, things seem to be back to normal for Shinichi. Satomi and her friends are perturbed by his seeming indifference, but S…23 min

14The Selfish GeneShinichi's secret becomes known to Kuramori, the private investigator hired by Tamura. Shinichi tries to confide in Satomi, but his unsuccessful atte…23 min

15Something Wicked This Way ComesThough still full of doubt, Kuramori has, for the time being, accepted Shinichi. Soon after, Kuramori's resolve is severely shaken by witnessing a pa…23 min

16Happy FamilyThe newest parasite to appear is different from the others. Chatty and expressive, the parasite identifies himself as Miki and immediately makes his …23 min

17The Adventure of the Dying DetectiveHaving determined Tamura to be a threat, Kusano's group moves to eliminate her. Meanwhile, Kuramori moves to avenge his family's death by abducting T…23 min

18More Than HumanShinichi and Migi arrive at the park, only to find Tamura holding her child. As Shinichi struggles to quell his fury at the sight of her, Tamura unle…23 min

19In Cold BloodSuspecting Shinichi's connection to the parasite cases, Hirama arranges to have Shinichi meet with Uragami, a convict with a peculiar ability. Althou…23 min

20Crime and PunishmentThe joint operation by the police and the strike force to eliminate the group of parasites led by Hirokawa has begun. Yamagishi's unit uses their spe…23 min

21Sex and SpiritThe assault squad succeeds in eliminating Hirokawa, the parasites' leader, but they find themselves in a bind when the ultimate parasite appears. The…23 min

22Quiescence and AwakeningMotivated by Satomi to stay alive, Shinichi resolves to fight Gotou. With Migi's support, they press their attack in an isolated forest. However, the…23 min

23Life and OathWith no chance to survive, Shinichi pulls off a desperate move.23 min

24ParasyteWith Gotou's defeat, Shinichi's life is finally back to "normal." Though saddened by Migi's sudden departure, Shinichi moves forward with his life. H…23 min

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