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Netflix's 'Parasyte: The Grey' Sparks Mixed Reactions with First Teaser

The live-action adaptation of the beloved manga and anime has fans excited and concerned about deviations from the original storyline.

  • Netflix's live-action series 'Parasyte: The Grey' is set to premiere on April 5, 2024, featuring a new take on the original manga's story.
  • The series, set in Korea, stars Jeon So-nee as a young woman who coexists with a parasite, diverging from the manga's male protagonist.
  • Some fans express excitement over the fresh spin and high production values, while others worry it may stray too far from the manga.
  • Director Yeon Sang-ho, known for 'Train to Busan,' helms the adaptation, promising a unique vision of the 'Parasyte' universe.
  • Original manga author Hitoshi Iwaaki expresses support for the adaptation, anticipating a 'new story' that expands beyond his imagination.
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