‘Parasyte: The Grey’ Receives Negative Remarks Amid Successful Debut: ‘It’s Underwhelming’

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"Parasyte: The Grey" successfully made its debut on April 5 after a long wait, capturing the public with its thrilling premise and star-studded cast.

Amid the positive reviews that the production received, the Netflix series also took hits and raked negative remarks from viewers all around the world.

Here's what the public thinks about the show.


'Parasyte: The Grey' Rakes Negative Reviews Amid Successful Debut

Since the announcement of the production of "Parasyte: The Grey," thousands of K-drama fans have expressed their excitement for the series.

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‘Parasyte: The Grey’ Receives Negative Remarks Amid Successful Debut: ‘It’s Underwhelming’
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The show was based on the popular Japanese comic "Parasite," which depicts the lives of people who become hosts to alien parasites that aim to kill humanity.

Because the Japanese work has millions of followers from all around the globe, the comic fans also looked forward to the drama's premiere. Unfortunately, their expectations weren't met.

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During the press conference for "Parasyte: The Grey," director Yeon Sang Ho revealed that he altered some plot elements in order to fit the South Korean culture to cater to their viewers.

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Jeon So Nee
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Many viewers praised the work and the synergy between the cast Jeon So Nee, Koo Kyo Hwan and Lee Jung Hyun but due to the diverse feedback, the show also took hits of criticisms.

One viewer acknowledged the perfection of the cast's acting and the work's cinematography. However, they found the show "underwhelming" despite its high scale production.

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"It was a great watch but those who have read the comic will find this lacking," a fan stated. "The plot also seemed a bit rushed and frustrating."

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Jeon So Nee, Koo Kyo Hwan, Lee Jung Hyun
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Have you seen "Parasyte: The Grey" yet? Share your thoughts in the comments down below!

'Parasyte: The Grey' Debuts At No. 1 In Netflix Global Charts

Three days after its premiere, the Netflix show "Parasyte: The Grey" took the No. 1 spot in the global entertainment scene.

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‘Parasyte: The Grey’ Takes No 1 Spot In Netflix Global Charts Upon Debut
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According to Flix Patrol, "Parasyte: The Grey" secured the top spot in more than 20 countries including South Korea, the Philippines, Singapore, Qatar and more, proving its growing success.

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Choi Jun Kyung
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As the work earns more views, "Parasyte: The Grey" is expected to become a bigger hit at the box office. Make sure to watch the series on Netflix now.


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Written by Elijah Mariscotes.

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