Ghost in the Shell
GitS
Koukaku Kidoutai
Genres
- Award Winning
- Mystery
- Sci-Fi
- Suspense
Tags
all 19- Sci-FiCyberpunk96
- TraitsArtificial Intelligence94
- OtherPhilosophy93
- SceneUrban87
- TraitsRobots85
- TraitsCyborg85
- OrganisationsPolice83
- Main CastFemale Protagonist79
- Main CastPrimarily Adult Cast78
- DemographicSeinen78
- OtherNoir74
- Main CastPrimarily Male Cast73
- TimeDystopian69
- OtherCrime68
- ActionGuns64
- ActionEspionage63
- TraitsNudity61
- OtherGore57
- TechnicalCGI40
Genres: Award Winning, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Suspense. Tags: Cyberpunk, Artificial Intelligence, Philosophy, Urban, Robots, Cyborg, Police, Female Protagonist, Primarily Adult Cast, Seinen, Noir, Primarily Male Cast.
#351
Ranked
#338
Popularity
14.3K
Favorites
159.1K
Members
#1
This Season
Popular Movie
#2
This Season
Rated Movie
#33
All Time
Popular Movie
#102
All Time
Rated Movie
Episode Progress
Complete1 / 1 episodes aired
All 1 episodes available on Criterion Channel, Hulu, Netflix, YouTube
- Premiered
- Fall 1995
- Aired
- Nov 18, 1995 –
- Duration
- 22 min
- Time to Complete
- 1h 23m
- Rating
- R - 17+ (violence & profanity)
- Studio
- Production I.G
Alternative Titles
jaGHOST IN THE SHELL（攻殻機動隊）
en-x-romajiKoukaku Kidoutai
enGhost in the Shell: O Fantasma do Futuro
enDuch w pancerzu
undPáncélba zárt szellem
ja-LatnGHOST IN THE SHELL: Koukaku Kidoutai
jaGHOST IN THE SHELL / 攻殻機動隊
enGitS
Synopsis
In the year 2029, Niihama City has become a technologically advanced metropolis. Due to great improvements in cybernetics, its citizens are able to replace their limbs with robotic parts. The world is now more interconnected than ever before, and the city's Public Security Section 9 is responsible for combating corruption, terrorism, and other dangerous threats following this shift toward globalization. The strong-willed Major Motoko Kusanagi of Section 9 spearheads a case involving a mysterious hacker known only as the "Puppet Master," who leaves a trail of victims stripped of their memories. Like many in this futuristic world, the Puppet Master's body is almost entirely robotic, giving them incredible power. As Motoko and her subordinates follow the enigmatic criminal's trail, other parties—including Section 6—start to get involved, forcing her to confront the extremely complicated nature of the case. Pondering about various philosophical questions, such as her own life's meaning, Motoko soon realizes that the one who will provide these answers is none other than the Puppet Master themself. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Synopsis
Mamoru Oshii's Ghost in the Shell was the first film to adapt Masamune Shirow's manga of the same name. It heavily condenses the original storyline, reducing the original material's comic relief and sexual content in favor of a more serious tone and changing the setting from Japan to a city modelled after Hong Kong. The artwork within the animated film was produced using an innovative mix of cel a
Mamoru Oshii's Ghost in the Shell was the first film to adapt Masamune Shirow's manga of the same name. It heavily condenses the original storyline, reducing the original material's comic relief and sexual content in favor of a more serious tone and changing the setting from Japan to a city modelled after Hong Kong. The artwork within the animated film was produced using an innovative mix of cel animation and digital effects. Ghost in the Shell is one of the world's most famous Japanese animated films, being the first to reach #1 on Billboard magazine's video best-seller list, and also served as a major inspiration for the Wachowskis in their creation of the Matrix movies. A special edition titled Ghost in the Shell: 2.0 was released in 2008, which features scenes reanimated with additional CGI to match the style of the 2004's sequel, Ghost in the Shell: Innocence.
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Mamoru Oshii's Ghost in the Shell was the first film to adapt Masamune Shirow's manga of the same name. It heavily condenses the original storyline, reducing the original material's comic relief and sexual content in favor of a more serious tone and changing the setting from Japan to a city modelled after Hong Kong. The artwork within the animated film was produced using an innovative mix of cel a
Mamoru Oshii's Ghost in the Shell was the first film to adapt Masamune Shirow's manga of the same name. It heavily condenses the original storyline, reducing the original material's comic relief and sexual content in favor of a more serious tone and changing the setting from Japan to a city modelled after Hong Kong. The artwork within the animated film was produced using an innovative mix of cel animation and digital effects. Ghost in the Shell is one of the world's most famous Japanese animated films, being the first to reach #1 on Billboard magazine's video best-seller list, and also served as a major inspiration for the Wachowskis in their creation of the Matrix movies. A special edition titled Ghost in the Shell: 2.0 was released in 2008, which features scenes reanimated with additional CGI to match the style of the 2004's sequel, Ghost in the Shell: Innocence.
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Franchise Timeline
Ghost in the Shell is entry 1 of 2 in the Ghost in the Shell watch order — the first entry in this franchise's main story.
Franchise Timeline
Ghost in the Shell
Essential·Core entries only — skip filler and side content
- 1Ghost in the ShellMain Story #1 (MOVIE)1995
- 2Ghost in the Shell 2: InnocenceMain Story #2 (MOVIE)2004
Complete·Everything including OVAs, specials & side stories
- 1
- 2
Platform Scores
MAL
8.27
AniList
80 / 100
Kitsu
82 / 100
AniList Trend
108
Episode Guide
Aired so far: 1 / 1
Main Story
1 / 1
100%
Latest Aired
Episode 1
Remaining
Fully available
Aired so far
Theme Songs
Status Breakdown
Tags
Shows how closely each tag relates to this animeRelations
Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence
Ghost in the Shell 2.0
Ghost in the Shell: Arise - Border 1: Ghost Pain
Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex
The Ghost in the Shell
Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex
Recommendations
10 recommendations
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Ergo Proxy
Vivy -Fluorite Eye's Song-
Jin-Roh: The Wolf Brigade
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Patlabor 2: The Movie
Neon Genesis Evangelion
Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex 2nd GIG
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ghost in the Shell a movie or a series?
Ghost in the Shell is a standalone movie released in 1995. It has a runtime of approximately 82 minutes, though some listings reference a shorter episode length format.
Where can I watch the 1995 Ghost in the Shell movie?
You can currently stream Ghost in the Shell on Hulu or YouTube.
What is the premise of Ghost in the Shell?
Set in the year 2029, the story follows Major Kusanagi, Motoko and Public Security Section 9 as they investigate a dangerous hacker known as the Puppet Master. The film explores themes of cybernetics and identity in a technologically advanced metropolis.
Is Ghost in the Shell based on a manga?
Yes, the film is based on the original work by Shirow, Masamune.
Who directed the original 1995 Ghost in the Shell?
The film was directed by Oshii, Mamoru and produced by the studio Production I.G.
Is Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex a sequel to the 1995 movie?
No, Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex is considered an alternative version rather than a direct sequel. The 1995 film is the first entry in the franchise, while the direct sequel is Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence.
How violent is Ghost in the Shell?
Ghost in the Shell is rated R - 17+ for violence and profanity. It features an adult cast and deals with mature, psychological themes suitable for older audiences.
What should I watch if I liked Ghost in the Shell?
If you enjoyed the atmosphere and themes of this film, fans often recommend checking out Akira, Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, Ergo Proxy, Vivy -Fluorite Eye's Song-, or Jin-Roh: The Wolf Brigade.
Information
- Type
- Movie
- Status
- Finished
- Premiered
- Fall 1995
- Aired
- Nov 18, 1995 –
- Episodes
- 1 / 1
- Duration
- 22 min
- Time to Complete
- 1h 23m
- Rating
- R - 17+ (violence & profanity)
- Studio
- Production I.G
Alternative Titles
jaGHOST IN THE SHELL（攻殻機動隊）
en-x-romajiKoukaku Kidoutai
enGhost in the Shell: O Fantasma do Futuro
enDuch w pancerzu
undPáncélba zárt szellem
ja-LatnGHOST IN THE SHELL: Koukaku Kidoutai
jaGHOST IN THE SHELL / 攻殻機動隊
enGitS
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