Parasyte
A psychological horror manga and anime series about high school student Shinichi Izumi who becomes infected by an alien parasite that takes over his right hand, leading to a complex relationship as they fight other parasites threatening humanity.
Category
Anime/Manga
Release Year
1988
Origin
Japan
Tags
horrorpsychologicalalienmangaanimethrillersci-fibody horror
Detailed Overview Information
Basic Information
Full Name
Parasyte
Aliases
Not specified
Type
anime
Release Year
1988
Status
Unknown
Origin
Japan
Region
Not specified
Creation Information
Creator
Hitoshi Iwaaki
Publisher
Kodansha
Original Work
anime
Genre
horror, psychological, alien, manga, anime, thriller, sci-fi, body horror
Content Information
Synopsis
A psychological horror manga and anime series about high school student Shinichi Izumi who becomes infected by an alien parasite that takes over his right hand, leading to a complex relationship as they fight other parasites threatening humanity.
Main Characters
Not specified
Setting
Not specified
Themes
What defines humanity, Coexistence with nature, Evolution and adaptation, Love and relationships
Target Audience
Not specified
Media Forms
Original Manga
volumes:10
chapters:64
serialization:Monthly Afternoon (1988-1995)
status:Completed
Anime Adaptation
seasons:1
episodes:24
studio:Madhouse
air Date:2014-2015
title:Parasyte: The Maxim
Live Action Films
films:2
titles:Parasyte Part 1,Parasyte Part 2
release Year:2014-2015
Commercial Information
Manga Sales
Over 11 million copies worldwide
Anime Viewership
High international streaming numbers
Merchandising
Figures, clothing, accessories
Licensing
Licensed in multiple countries
Economic Impact
Significant revenue from manga sales and anime streaming
Market Reach
Global audience through streaming platforms
Fan Culture
Fandom
Dedicated horror and psychological thriller fans
Community Size
Medium to large international fanbase
Fan Creations
Fan art, cosplay, analysis videos
Conventions
Regular presence at anime and horror conventions
Online Communities
Active on Reddit, Twitter, and anime forums
Cultural Impact
Influenced body horror genre in anime and manga
Historical Development
Creation
1988 - Manga serialization begins
Key Milestones
1988: Manga serialization starts in Monthly Afternoon, 1995: Manga concludes after 7 years, 2014: Anime adaptation 'Parasyte: The Maxim' airs, 2014-2015: Live-action film duology released, 2020s: Continued popularity through streaming platforms
Evolution
From underground horror manga to mainstream anime success
Legacy
Considered a masterpiece of psychological horror manga
Related Links
www.kodansha.co.jp
www.parasyte.jp
www.enjoyip.com