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Season 1

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17-year-old Shinichi Izumi is partially infected by a Parasyte, monsters that butcher and consume humans. He must learn to co-exist with the creature if he is to survive both the life of a Parasyte and a human as part monster, part person.

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24 Episodes

Metamorphosis
E1
Episode 1MetamorphosisThe whole world is about to change one quiet evening with the arrival of parasytes who devour human brains. One of their eggs lands at the home of Izumi Shinichi, a high school student. The hatched parasyte attacks Shinichi, but it faces unexpected resistance and fails to infiltrate his brain.
Demon in the Flesh
E2
Episode 2Demon in the FleshShinichi and his Parasyte, now named "Migi," battle for control of Shinichi's arm as the number of Mincemeat Murders increases. But when an encounter with another Parasyte turns hostile, they must work together if they hope to survive.
Feast
E3
Episode 3FeastAlso known as "Symposium." Sinichi and Migi come across two more of Migi's kind - one, a new teacher at Sinichi's school named Ryoko Tamiya, has the ability to keep a low profile and adapt; while the other is an evil creature who will continue to kill humans mercilessly until the day he dies. He sees Migi as a threat to his livelihood that must be taken care of immediately.
Disheveled Hair
E4
Episode 4Disheveled HairWhile Shinichi and Migi are learning to work together, Shinichi's relationship with his parents (especially his Mother) is becoming more distant and strained.
The Stranger
E5
Episode 5The StrangerA violent confrontation with a gang brings Shinichi face-to-face with a girl named Kana, who begins to take an interest in him. Shinichi's parents continue their vacation, but their trip is cut short by an unexpected attack.
The Sun Also Rises
E6
Episode 6The Sun Also RisesStruck through the heart by his mother-turned-parasite, Shinichi survives only through Migi's efforts. After regaining consciousness, Shinichi is devastated by the realization that none of it had been a dream.
Dark Night's Passing
E7
Episode 7Dark Night's PassingShinichi sets out for revenge and runs into an unexpected ally. Together they team up to take down the Parasyte that brutally attacked Shinichi's family. But when Migi falls asleep, Shinichi is forced to engage the enemy on his own.
Freezing Point
E8
Episode 8Freezing PointShinichi has regained some semblance of a normal life. However, with Migi's cells dispersed throughout his body, his physical abilities have greatly increased to the point that not even Mitsuo poses a threat. Shinichi fears that the changes go beyond the physical and into the psychological. Just as peace returns to his school, a new parasite appears!
Beyond Good and Evil
E9
Episode 9Beyond Good and EvilYuko is drawn to Shimada Hideo, but gradually realizes that something is seriously amiss with Shimada's face itself. As Yuko pursues Shimada's secret, she connects the dots between him and her brother's police investigation.
What Mad Universe
E10
Episode 10What Mad UniverseThe confrontation between Yuko and Hideo comes to a gruesome head when Hideo goes on a rampage throughout the school. With Satomi missing, Shinichi must hurry and find her before Hideo can get to her first.
The Blue Bird
E11
Episode 11The Blue BirdKana's feelings for Shinichi grows day by day, and so does Shinichi's apprehension about Kana's ability. As ordinary life returns, Satomi struggles with her mounting suspicion that something has changed in Shinichi. Meanwhile, a new parasite appears to wreak havoc in a local gang hideout. Everyone's lives are about to get shattered yet again.
Kokoro
E12
Episode 12KokoroMigi says that Kana can emit a rather weak signal to other parasites so they can also seek her out. Shinichi tells her the truth while Migi is sleeping but things go unexpectedly.
Hello Sadness
E13
Episode 13Hello SadnessShinichi returns to the crime scene to try to keep the feeling of mourning for Kana. He is followed by a human private investigator hired by Ryoko Tamiya and Migi is caught on camera.
The Selfish Gene
E14
Episode 14The Selfish GeneShinichi's secret becomes known to Kuramori, the private investigator hired by Tamura. Shinichi tries to confide in Satomi, but his unsuccessful attempt only drives a wedge between them. Shinichi recruits Uda's help to break the impasse.
Something Wicked This Way Comes
E15
Episode 15Something Wicked This Way ComesAlthough he still has his doubts, Kuramori reluctantly decides to help Shinichi hunt down Reiko and her group of Parasytes. But when a strange man appears, Shinichi soon goes from the hunter to the hunted.
Happy Family
E16
Episode 16Happy FamilyA powerful Parasyte unlike any Shinichi has ever seen before attacks, and soon Shinichi and Migi are running for their lives. Meanwhile, Kuramori's search for the truth puts his family in harm's way.
The Adventure of the Dying Detective
E17
Episode 17The Adventure of the Dying DetectiveHaving determined Tamura to be a threat, Kusano's group moves to eliminate her. Meanwhile, Kuramori moves to avenge his family's death by abducting Tamura's baby. With her baby in his arms, Kuramori faces Tamura and threatens to throw the infant down a steep slope--what will Tamura do?
More Than Human
E18
Episode 18More Than HumanShinichi and Migi arrive at the park, only to find Tamura holding her child. As Shinichi struggles to quell his fury at the sight of her, Tamura unleashes a flurry of questions about the meaning of the parasites' existence and what humanity means to them.
In Cold Blood
E19
Episode 19In Cold BloodInvestigators continue to hold Shinichi, certain that there is something he is hiding. In an effort to uncover his secrets, they soon bring him face-to-face with the serial killer, Uragami, who has a unique ability.
Crime and Punishment
E20
Episode 20Crime and PunishmentThe police commence their operation to take out Hirokawa and the remaining Parasytes. However, plans go awry when the Parasytes attempt to fight back. Things take an even more gruesome turn when Gotou appears on the scene.
Sex and Spirit
E21
Episode 21Sex and SpiritThe assault squad succeeds in eliminating Hirokawa, the parasites' leader, but they find themselves in a bind when the ultimate parasite appears. Their failure to eliminate Gotou strikes fear into Shinichi's heart--who will give him the final courage to face Gotou?
Quiescence and Awakening
E22
Episode 22Quiescence and AwakeningMotivated by Satomi to stay alive, Shinichi resolves to fight Gotou. With Migi's support, they press their attack in an isolated forest. However, they fail to finish Gotou at a critical juncture, causing Shinichi to lose Migi and flee in defeat.
Life and Oath
E23
Episode 23Life and OathWith no chance to survive, Shinichi pulls off a desperate move.
Parasyte
E24
Episode 24ParasyteAn unexpected but familiar enemy surfaces and Migi gives a final farewell.