Netflix has given viewers a first look at their upcoming K-drama Parasyte: The Grey and announced a release date. The premiere trailer includes further information on the cast and crew of the series.
The upcoming K-drama is based on Hitoshi Iwaaki’s iconic manga Parasyte. The series isn’t a direct retelling, as the showrunners have announced that there will be a new locale and fresh characters. Netflix also announced that the series will go on its own unique journey while maintaining the “imaginative world and profound message of the beloved manga.”
The series will follow Su-in as she comes to terms with her newfound co-existence with a parasite. She does this while keeping an eye on the efforts of Team Grey, a fraction group determined to kill these parasites.
Jeon So-nee, who starred in Our Blooming Youth, will star as Su-in. Also, from D.P., Koo Kyo-hwan will play the character of Kang-woo, who is described as a man with a drive to fight off parasites to locate his missing sister.
Additionally, Lee Jung-hyun, who fans will know from Decision To Leave, will be playing Jun-kyung. Hae-hyo, played by In-kwon, will join his character.
Heading up directing duties for Parasyte: The Grey is Yeon Sang-ho, who is best known for the work on his breakout film, Train To Busan. The new movie adds to his list of projects that he has carried out with Netflix, including JUNG_E, Hellbound and The Bequeathed.
Netflix has released the first trailer for the new K-drama, set for release on April 5th. It effectively introduces the audience to the drama’s premise and the parasites that have invaded the earth.
Watch the new trailer below.
