If you are a dedicated viewer of Korean dramas or a lover of horror genres, then the latest hit from Netflix, ‘Parasyte: The Grey’, from acclaimed director Yeon Sang-ho, known for his work on ‘Train to Busan’ and ‘Hellbound’, is not to be missed. This chilling K-drama pulls its narrative from the renowned Japanese manga ‘Parasyte’ by Hitoshi Iwaake. The plot revolves around a world infested by invasive alien parasites that take control of human brains, consequently transfiguring their hosts into grotesque tentacled monsters. The series chronicles the journey of an ordinary woman, Jeong Su-in, played by Jeon So-nee, who learns to coexist with a parasite that only semi-controls her. They must evade a military hunting squad, referred to as The Grey, while navigating this new reality.
‘Parasyte: The Grey’ Finds Success on Netflix
All six episodes of ‘Parasyte: The Grey’ debuted on Netflix on April 5, quickly gaining a spot on the Netflix Top 10 chart. The captivating horror drama has already pulled in countless viewers, leaving those who have binge-watched the show eager for more. The finale of the first season hints that the battle between humans and parasites is far from over, suggesting potential for a second season.
What Can We Expect From ‘Parasyte: The Grey’ Season 2?
The end of season one of ‘Parasyte: The Grey’ sees humans achieve a significant victory against the parasitic invaders. This triumph is made possible by the parasite within Su-in, named Heidi. After demonstrating loyalty towards humans, Su-in is freed by Team Grey leader Choi Jun-kyung, played by Lee Jung-hyun. This allows Su-in to attempt to return to her previous lifestyle, while former gang member Seol Kang-woo, portrayed by Koo Kyo-hwan, joins Team Grey to eradicate remainder parasites throughout South Korea.
In the conclusive scene, viewers are introduced to a new character, Shinichi Izumi, played by Masaki Suda, who volunteers to assist Jun-Kyung and Team Grey in their mission against the parasites. Shinichi is a loyal character from the original manga, and his arrival suggests a continuing storyline with more character dynamics and potential villains to track down in future episodes, should a second season be commissioned.
Will ‘Parasyte: The Grey’ Be Renewed for a Second Season?
At this time, no official statement has been made by Netflix regarding a renewal for season two of ‘Parasyte: The Grey’. Given the recent launch of the series, a decision on renewal is likely still pending as the streaming platform awaits viewer ratings. However, other horror K-dramas such as ‘Sweet Home’, ‘All of Us Are Dead’, and ‘Gyeongseong Creature’, have seen renewals, increasing the likelihood of a potential second season for ‘Parasyte: The Grey’ as well.
Wrapping Up
If you are yet to see this riveting series, head over to Netflix and start watching ‘Parasyte: The Grey’ now. Who knows, you might find it becomes your new favorite drama. For more of the latest and greatest in digital entertainment, visit HitPlay.
