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It has been years since Izumi Shinichi saved mankind from parasitic aliens in Parasyte -the maxim- (Kiseijuu: Sei no Kakuritsu). Based on a science-fiction horror manga series written and illustrated by Hitoshi Iwaaki, Parasyte -the maxim- continues to be one of the most celebrated animes in history. Parasyte -the maxim- premiered on October 9, 2014. The first season consists of 24 episodes, which concluded airing on March 29, 2015. On May 15, 2020, Netflix released the entire 24 episodes on their streaming platform, making the anime even more popular worldwide. With its global popularity, can we expect the anime to return for more seasons? Here is what we know.
Will There Be Parasyte -the maxim- Season 2?
Despite its popularity, Madhouse Studio never renewed Parasyte -the maxim– for season 2. Based on where and how the anime ended, it seems unlikely for another season to happen. The story ended in a similar manner that the plot from the original manga concluded. The publication ended way back in 1995. Due to the lack of source material, it’s easy to deduce that a second season might no longer happen. However, in the unlikely event that Netflix decides to renew the anime for another season, the streamer will have to create a new storyline for the new season since the first season has already exhausted the original source material.
When Will Parasyte -the maxim- Season 2 Release?
As mentioned, Parasyte -the maxim- is not renewed and will likely never return for season 2 anymore. However, you can still watch the full 24 episodes of the first season of the anime on Netflix. In case there will be changes in the future, we will make sure to update this article for you.
What Is The Plot Of Parasyte -the maxim-?
Teenage boy Izumi Shinichi lives a regular and peaceful life. He is from a very quiet neighborhood, and he likes to get away from any kind of trouble. However, his life turns upside down when parasitic aliens arrive and start world domination. These parasitic aliens look like tiny, harmless worms. But they can be very dangerous once they get into people’s brains through the nose and ears. The aliens will then take full control of the human body.
As people fell prey to the parasitic aliens, Izumi saved himself after the alien parasite that entered his body got buried in his arm. The parasite retains its own physical space within his arm without taking over his cognitive capacity.
The parasite tries to control Izumi, but he resists. After a while, the boy and the alien strike a deal. The parasite agrees to help Izumi fight other aliens in the world in exchange for letting it stay on his body as a host. Through this, Izumi becomes the last hope of humanity.
Other Parasyte -the maxim- Content
In case you missed it, there are two Parasyte live-action films.
Parasyte: Part 1 was released in 2014, while the sequel, Parasyte: Part 2 came out in 2015. Of course, live-action adaptations rarely live-up to anime fans’ expectations, but it is still Parasyte content nonetheless.
