TV series · 2024 · Netflix
Is Parasyte: The Grey based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Parasyte: The Grey is based on the manga Parasyte by Hitoshi Iwaaki (1989).
The TV series premiered in 2024 on Netflix.
The manga behind Parasyte: The Grey
Parasyte
Manga by Hitoshi Iwaaki · first published 1989 · horror anime and manga, science fiction anime and manga, love triangle romance
Common questions
Is Parasyte: The Grey based on a book?
Yes. Parasyte: The Grey is based on the manga Parasyte by Hitoshi Iwaaki (1989).
Who wrote the book Parasyte: The Grey is based on?
Parasyte was written by Hitoshi Iwaaki and first published in 1989.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Parasyte before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the TV series.
More screen adaptations of Hitoshi Iwaaki's books
- Tanabata no Kuni (TV, 2024)
- Historie (TV, 2027)