'Parasyte: The Grey' live-action series by 'Train to Busan' director headed to Netflix

What would happen if parasitic life forms infiltrate Korea?

You can soon witness it in the upcoming “Parasyte: The Grey” live-action adaptation by Netflix.

Based on the legendary manga “Parastye” by Hitoshi Iwaaki, the show follows Su-in, portrayed by Jeon So-nee, as she grapples with her newfound coexistence with a parasite.

Simultaneously, the series also follows the efforts of “Team Grey,” a group dedicated to fighting mysterious parasites that live off humans.

Aside from So-nee, the series also stars Koo Kyo-hwan, Lee Jung-hyun, Kwon Hae-hyo, and Kim In-kwon.

Directed by Yeon Sang-ho, the genius behind "Train to Busan," “The King of Pigs,” and “The Fake,” “Parasyte: The Grey” is set to premiere on Netflix on April 5.

Parasites are hidden amongst us.

Parasyte: The Grey, based on the manga by Hitoshi Iwaaki, premieres April 5. Directed by Yeon Sang-ho (Hellbound, Train to Busan) and starring Jeon So-nee, Koo Kyo-hwan, and Lee Jung-hyun. pic.twitter.com/Xkp2BDQkGd

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