By Masamune ShirowThe production of a new animation based on “Ghost in the Shell” has been announced. “Ghost in the Shell”Following this, Science SARU will be in charge of production.
The start of production was a surprise announcement via a flyer distributed to attendees at a press preview held on October 23rd, ahead of the public event “OPEN HOUSE” to be held on October 24th at DOVER STREET MARKET GINZA in Tokyo.
The press release is quoted below.
Production begins on new animation for Shirow Masamune’s cyberpunk masterpiece “Ghost in the Shell”
Animation production is by Science SARU, the creator of the TV anime “Ghost in the Shell”
In July 2026, a TV anime produced by Science SARU will be released.
“THE GHOST IN THE SHELL”The broadcasting and distribution of has started, marking a new development. Today, October 23, 2026 (Friday), we have announced the start of production of a new animation based on “Ghost in the Shell” by Masamune Shirow.Science SARU will be in charge of animation production, following on from the TV anime “Ghost in the Shell”. Science SARU was nominated for the Golden Globe Award for Best Animated Film.
“King of Dogs”winner of the Shanghai International Film Festival Gold Medal Award for Best Animated Film“Your color”TV anime“Danda Dan”We are an animation production company that has produced many works that have received high praise both domestically and internationally.The start of production was announced as a surprise via a flyer distributed to attendees at a press preview held on Friday, October 23rd, ahead of the public event “OPEN HOUSE” to be held on Saturday, October 24th at DOVER STREET MARKET GINZA in Tokyo.
At the same preview event, to commemorate the release of collaboration products between the apparel project “GEEKS RULE” and the TV anime “Ghost in the Shell,” an autograph session was held by the director of the same work, Moko-chan.
In conjunction with this announcement, we also released a visual announcing the start of production of a new animation.
Further information will be announced on Bandai Namco Film Works official SNS etc.
“Ghost in the Shell” new animation work overview
- Work name: “Ghost in the Shell (tentative)”
- Original work: Masamune Shirow (published by Kodansha KC Deluxe)
- Animation production: Science SARU
Production information
- Science SARU Co., Ltd.
- Science SARU Inc.
An animation production company that works on new methods and training young staff, and releases works across a wide range of fields, including TV, theaters, and distribution. His representative works include “Lou’s Song at Dawn,” which won the Grand Prix Crystal Award in the feature category at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival, as well as “The Night Is Short, Walk, Maiden,” “DEVILMAN crybaby,” and “Don’t Mess with Eizouken!” ”, “The Inu King”, “Scott Pilgrim Takes Off”, “Your Color”, and the “Danda Dan” series. In 2026, the TV anime “Tentacle Jardugar” and TV anime “Ghost in the Shell” will be broadcast. The third season of the TV anime “Dandadan” is scheduled for 2027.
Related work information
[Title]Ghost in the Shell THE GHOST IN THE SHELL
- [Distribution information]Currently being distributed on Prime Video and other video distribution services
*Please check the official website for other distribution information.
【staff】
- Original work: Shirow Masamune “Ghost in the Shell” (published by Kodansha KC Deluxe) / Director: Moko-chan / Series composition / Screenplay: To Enjo / Character design / Chief animation director: Shuhei Handa / Art director: Emi Katanozaka / Art supervision: Osamu Masuyama / Color design: Hashimoto Ken / Director of photography: Hikari Ito / Editor: Kiyoshi Hirose / Sound director: Yuji Tange / Sound effects: Shota Yaso / Sound recording: Yasuaki Ota / Music director/music: Taisei Iwasaki / Music: Ryo Konishi, YUKI KANESAKA / Music production: Flying Dog / Opening theme: “GO GHOST” King Gnu / Ending theme: “Blue” MILLENNIUM PARADE/Animation production: Science SARU/Production: THE GHOST IN THE SHELL COMMITTEE
【cast】
- Motoko Kusanagi: Maaya Sakamoto / Daisuke Aramaki: Kazuhiro Yamaji / Batou: Hiroki Yasumoto / Togusa: Yuichi Nakamura / Ishikawa: Kosuke Goto / Saito: Toru Nara / Boma: Atsushi Miyauchi / Puzzle: Yuya Uchida / Operator: Mari Oi / Fuchikoma: Tomoko Kaneda / Puppet Master: Kikuko Inoue
Wired bodies. Networked ghosts.
A wired body. Networked Soul.[Synopsis]
Year 2029. In the near future, Japan is set in a near-future world where the corporate internet is a star, and even though electrons and light are rushing around, the information system is not so great that nations and ethnic groups will disappear.
Motoko Kusanagi, a full-body prosthetic cyborg, commands Batou and other elite units, and wishes to establish a special unit to prevent crimes. Daisuke Aramaki of the Ministry of Home Affairs, who was planning to establish a similar unit, scouted Kusanagi and his colleagues. Kusanagi and his friends begin their activities as the “Ghost in the Shell”, an aggressive organization called Public Security Section 9. While confronting a cyber crime involving intrigues between nations, the existence of an unknown hacker known as the “Puppet Master” comes to light during the investigation of a certain case. What fate awaits Kusanagi — and what is the purpose of the puppeteer? A new era of cyberpunk action begins――!![Introduction]
“Ghost in the Shell” is an aggressive organization led by the full-body prosthetic cyborg Motoko Kusanagi.
In the near future, information networks and cyborg technology are highly developed, and people are connected to the cyber world. Ghost in the Shell is a masterpiece of cyberpunk science fiction that depicts the activities of a special force led by Motoko Kusanagi, a full-body prosthetic cyborg who fights against cybercrime. Originating from the original manga “Ghost in the Shell” published by Masamune Shirow in 1989, it has been expanded to numerous media such as animation, Hollywood live-action movies, and video games. With its radical and unique science fiction setting and visual expression, it has had an immeasurable influence on creators and cultural scenes around the world. The TV anime “Ghost in the Shell” is the latest in the animation series produced by Science SARU, which continues to receive high acclaim both domestically and internationally, including “Inuou”, which was nominated for the Golden Globe Award for Best Animated Film, “Your Color”, which won the Shanghai International Film Festival Gold Medal Award for Best Animated Picture, and the TV anime “Dandadan”.
“THE GHOST IN THE SHELL” Blu-ray BOX product information
Released on Wednesday, December 23, 2026 as a Blu-ray BOX (special limited edition) containing all 10 episodes.
- The bonus disc includes a making-of video, a non-credit opening and ending, and a promotional video!!
- Included bonus is a booklet and storyboard book!
- The jacket is a package design using newly drawn illustrations!!
In addition, original corporate benefits will also be implemented! Don’t miss this opportunity!
【Blu-ray BOX product information】
- Product name: THE GHOST IN THE SHELL Blu-ray BOX (Special Limited Edition)
- Release date: Wednesday, December 23, 2026
- Price: 38,500 yen (tax included)
- Publisher/Distributor: BANDAI NAMCO Film Works
- Contents: 10 episodes in total
- Specifications: Main disc approximately 240 minutes + bonus disc approximately 43 minutes
- Main story DISC: Linear PCM (stereo) / AVC / BD50G x 2 / 16:9〈1080p High Definition〉 / Japanese subtitles included (ON/OFF possible)
- Bonus DISC: Linear PCM (stereo) / AVC / BD25G x 1 / 16:9<1080p High Definition, some 1080i High Definition>
- Bonus: Special booklet
storyboard book
- [Opening｜Episode 01 PROLOGUE+SUPER SPARTAN i]
bonus disc
- [Non-credit opening video | Non-credit ending video | Special news 2nd | Special news 2nd ver. Hajime Sorayama | Promotional video 1st | Promotional video 2nd | Promotional video 3rd | 4th promotional video | 5th promotional video | 6th promotional video | Special promotional video directed by MOKOCHAN | Trailer | Making of the New for overseas screening “GHOST”]
- Specifications: Original jacket
“Ghost in the Shell Exhibition Ghost and the Shell” exhibition goods online store sales
Apparel such as T-shirts and hoodies sold at the “Ghost and the Shell” exhibition venue, as well as exhibition-limited goods such as sewing charms, posters, stickers, and miscellaneous goods, are now on sale at “ONLINE PARCO”.
- [Official website]
- [Sales period]2026/09/28 (Monday) 12:00 to 2027/03/31 (Wednesday) 23:59
*As the “ONLINE PARCO” service will end on Sunday, February 28, 2027, the sales page for “Ghost and the Shell” products is scheduled to change after March 2027.
“Ghost in the Shell” Official Discord Server Information
“Ghost in the Shell” official Discord server is now open! A new community was born on October 16th where fans from all over the world can gather and discuss their works. Those who join within one month of launch will be given the early participant-only role “The First Ghosts”. Please join us!
Original idea: Masamune Shirow New series “GLITCH WITCH” information
[Work information]
- Original idea: Masamune Shirow
- Manga: Naoki Higashi
Click here for Episode 1, “Who broke the cherry blossom branch, and for whom did the flowers bloom? ①”。
[Synopsis]
On April 10, 2029, when Motoko Kusanagi and Aramaki were trying to establish Public Security Section 9, commonly known as “Ghost in the Shell,” a number of incidents occurred in America. As the FBI, AI researchers, and the military pursue the case, they witness a battle. At the end of “Ghost in the Shell”, the main character Motoko Kusanagi fuses into Project 2501, a battle between the so-called “Puppet Master” and the Solomon-class AI that carries the fate of humanity!
[Author information]
- Shirow Masamune
Born in Hyogo Prefecture. Manga artist and illustrator. Started working in the field of manga and illustrations in 1980, and in 1985.“Appleseed”Commercial debut. In 1989, he began serializing his masterpiece, Ghost in the Shell. anime works“Black Magic M-66”He is participating as a co-director. In addition, he is active in various production fields such as games and art books.
Born in Aichi Prefecture. Manga artist. in 1998『CHILDRAGON』(Weekly Shonen Jump) debuted. after that,“Bakuon Densetsu Kaburagi”(Original work: Hiroto Saki),“Immortal kamikaze soldier, Tachihe, the living killer”(Original work: Naofumi Kogami),“Metropolitan Police Department Soshi – Fuutarou Meiji Theater”(Original work: Futaro Yamada), etc.
Original information Ghost in the Shell Original work: Masamune Shirow (published by Kodansha KC Deluxe)
Based on the manga “The Ghost in the Shell” by Shirow Masamune originally serialized in YOUNG MAGAZINE published by KODANSHA Ltd.
“Ghost in the Shell” is a science fiction manga that manga artist Masamune Shirow began serializing in Kodansha’s “Young Magazine Pirated Edition” in 1989. Motoko Kusanagi, a full-body prosthetic body, has excellent abilities in cyber warfare and fighting. This is a story about the aggressive unit “Ghost in the Shell,” led by her, who has the rank of “major,” as they confront increasingly complex and heinous crimes. Along with realistic and precise drawings, he explores cyberpunk elements and philosophical themes, and deeply considers the fusion of humans and technology, personal identity, etc.
[“Ghost in the Shell” related information]
- “Ghost in the Shell” Official X (formerly Twitter): Account username @thegitsofficial
- “Ghost in the Shell” Official Instagram: Account username @theghostintheshellofficial
- “Ghost in the Shell” Official TikTok: Account username @theghostintheshell
- “Ghost in the Shell” official YouTube channel: Account username @GhostintheShellChannel
- “Ghost in the Shell” official global site
- Ghost in the Shell Official Discord Server
