Parasyte -the maxim- Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
2014 · Nippon TV · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-MA
Frequently Asked Questions About Parasyte -the maxim-
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Parasyte -the maxim- have?
Parasyte -the maxim- has 1 season and 24 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on October 9, 2014 to March 26, 2015.
Is Parasyte -the maxim- renewed, ended, or canceled?
Parasyte -the maxim- has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Parasyte -the maxim-?
It takes 9h 12m (552 minutes) to watch the complete run of Parasyte -the maxim-. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 5 days. Yes! At 9.2 hours total, you can comfortably finish this in a single weekend with about 4.6 hours per day.
What is the highest-rated episode of Parasyte -the maxim-?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 12 ("Kokoro"), which holds an outstanding rating of 8.4/10 based on 15 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch Parasyte -the maxim-?
Parasyte -the maxim- is available for streaming on Crunchyroll Amazon Channel, Hidive Amazon Channel. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Parasyte -the maxim-?
Parasyte -the maxim- has an official content rating of TV-MA. It is intended for mature adult audiences and may contain explicit language, intense violence, or sexual themes.
Who are the lead actors in Parasyte -the maxim-?
The primary ensemble cast includes Nobunaga Shimazaki as Izumi Shinichi (voice) (age 37), Aya Hirano as Migi-(voice) (age 38), Takuma Suzuki as Hirama (voice) (age 64), Kana Hanazawa as Satomi Murano (voice) (age 37).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Nobunaga Shimazaki | Izumi Shinichi (voice) | 37 |
| Aya Hirano | Migi-(voice) | 38 |
| Takuma Suzuki | Hirama (voice) | 64 |
| Kana Hanazawa | Satomi Murano (voice) | 37 |
| Rena Maeda | Akiho Suzuki (voice) | 37 |
| Shinya Hamazoe | Kazuki Nagai (voice) | 42 |
| Kiyono Yasuno | Yuko Tachikawa (voice) | 37 |
| Masaki Aizawa | Kazuyuki Izumi (voice) | 61 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Parasyte -the maxim- are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.