---
title: "Parasyte: Part 1"
year: 2014
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/parasyte-part-1-2014"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 282069
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 109
community_rating: 7.1
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "NR"
---

# Parasyte: Part 1 (2014) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/parasyte-part-1-2014

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

"Parasyte: Part 1" is a film that explores the mysterious circumstances surrounding a series of global murders known as the 'Mincemeat murders'. The story centers around a high school student who finds himself in a unique situation. This individual has a parasite living off them, with the parasite having replaced a part of their body. The student's discovery may hold the key to understanding the truth behind the mysterious murders. The film is the first part of a two-part adaptation, suggesting that the story is complex and multi-layered.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A high school student discovers an alien parasite has replaced his right hand."

### Why Watch
- Unique premise involving an alien parasite takeover
- Blend of science fiction, horror, and action genres

### Caveats & Content Note
- Involves gruesome themes tied to mysterious murders
- Limited plot details available
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains horror elements and themes related to mysterious murders.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: suspenseful, sci-fi, horror, action, dramatic

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/parasyte-part-1-2014#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Takashi Yamazaki
- **Networks / Studios**: dentsu, GYAO, KDDI

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Shota Sometani** as *Izumi Shinichi*
- **Sadao Abe** as *Migi (voice)*
- **Eri Fukatsu** as *Tamiya Ryoko*
- **Ai Hashimoto** as *Murano Satomi*
- **Kazuki Kitamura** as *Hirokawa Takeshi*
- **Masahiro Higashide** as *Shimada Hideo*
- **Tadanobu Asano** as *Goto*
- **Miko Yoki** as *Izumi Nobuko*
- **Jun Kunimura** as *Detective Hirama*
- **Hirofumi Arai** as *Uragami*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was Parasyte: Part 1 released?
Parasyte: Part 1 was released in 2014.

### Q: What genres does the film belong to?
It spans science fiction, horror, action, and drama.

### Q: Who is the main character?
The main character is high school student Izumi Shinichi.

### Q: What happens to the main character?
A parasite lives off him and replaces his right hand.

### Q: What is happening to humanity in the story?
Humanity is suffering from a series of mysterious murders known as the Mincemeat murders.

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