Netflix's Parasyte: The Grey K-Drama First Look Revealed, Watch Here

Netflix has provided an exciting glimpse into the upcoming live-action series, Parasyte: The Grey, which marks a fresh chapter in the popular Parasyte: The Maxim franchise set against the backdrop of Korea. Hailing from the original manga comic penned by Hitoshi Iwaaki in 1989, whose creation has seen adaptations into anime and multiple live-action films, this latest iteration is under the direction of Yeon Sang-ho, renowned for his directorial work in Train to Busan and Hellbound. Officially confirmed for production last year, Parasyte: The Grey promises an innovative storyline that digs into the exploits of parasitic life forms seeking power to disrupt society. Simultaneously, a group of humans rallies in a fierce battle against this encroaching malevolence.

It is also a collaboration between director Yeon Sang-ho and screenwriter Ryu Yong-jae. While the release date of the drama has still not been confirmed, Netflix has already released the list of essential cast members. According to the official statement from the OTT giant, Jeon So-nee plays the lead role of Jeong Su-in, a character entangled with an alien parasite, navigating a situation when the parasite fails in its attempt to dominate her mind.

Koo Kyo-hwan takes on the character Seol Kang-woo, described by Netflix as an individual fervently pursuing parasites in a quest to locate his missing sister. The trio is completed with Lee Jung-hyun portraying Choi Jun-kyung, touted as the leader of Team Grey, a dedicated task force combating parasites following the loss of her husband to these invasive creatures.

Lee Jung-hyun’s portrayal of Choi Jun-kyung sheds light on the organised resistance against the invasive life-forms, reports Comicbook. The personal loss suffered by Choi Jun-kyung adds an emotional element to her character, deepening the emotional stakes in the battle against the parasites. As Netflix teases, “Having lost her husband to these invasive life-forms, she devotes herself to their demise,” informs Comicbook.

Here’s the first look of the much-anticipated drama:

Along with the photo, Netflix wrote, “Parasyte: The Grey brings the beloved manga by Hitoshi Iwaaki to life in an all-new setting and story: Korea. Parasitic life-forms that live off of human hosts strive to grow their power and disrupt society. A group of humans wage war against the rising evil. Coming soon.”

Netflix had officially confirmed the production on August 23, 2022. The comic it is based on was published by KODANSHA Ltd and has achieved remarkable success with over 25 million copies sold across 20 territories and countries.