The Ghost in the Shell
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The Ghost in the Shell

GITS 2026

Koukaku Kidoutai (TV)

Science SARU

Genres

  • Action
  • Mystery
  • Sci-Fi
  • Suspense

Tags

all 9
  • OtherPhilosophy96
  • Sci-FiCyberpunk84
  • TraitsArtificial Intelligence80
  • TraitsCyborg75
  • TraitsRobots73
  • Main CastFemale Protagonist68
  • ActionGuns60
  • DemographicSeinen60
  • Main CastPrimarily Adult Cast60

Genres: Action, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Suspense. Tags: Philosophy, Cyberpunk, Artificial Intelligence, Cyborg, Robots, Female Protagonist, Guns, Seinen, Primarily Adult Cast.

#5014

Popularity

49

Favorites

8.8K

Members

#11

This Season

Popular TV

Episode Progress

Available up to Episode 25

TV25 epsNot Yet Aired
Science SARU·Summer 2026
Premiered
Summer 2026
Aired
Jul 1, 2026 –
Rating
R - 17+ (violence & profanity)
Studio
Science SARU

Alternative Titles

ja攻殻機動隊 THE GHOST IN THE SHELL

en-x-romajiKoukaku Kidoutai (TV)

ja-LatnKoukaku Kidoutai: THE GHOST IN THE SHELL

zh攻殻機動隊 (2026)

enKoukaku Kidoutai (2026)

enThe Ghost in the Shell (2026)

enGITS 2026
News
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Why The Ghost in the Shell is Trending Ahead of Science SARU's New Series
Industry · 2mo ago
The Ghost in the Shell Anime Set for Summer 2026 Release
Sequel · 6mo ago

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

Koukaku Kidoutai (TV) aired on Kansai TV and Fuji TV's Ka-Anival!! block.

Where to Watch

Amazon
Sub ENDub JA
YouTube

Trailer

PV 1

Platform Scores

MAL

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Canonical

AniList

75 / 100

Mean 76Trend 24Popularity 51.6K

Kitsu

80 / 100

Rank #837Users 1.1K

AniList Trend

2,817

+1,511

Episode Guide

Aired so far: 25 / 25

Main Story

25 / 25

100%

Latest Aired

Episode 25

Remaining

Fully available

Aired so far

Status Breakdown

8,840users
Planning8,67998.2%
Watching1071.2%
Paused290.3%
Dropped170.2%
Completed80.1%

Tags

Shows how closely each tag relates to this anime
Other1
Philosophy
96
Sci-Fi1
Cyberpunk
84
Traits3
Artificial Intelligence
80
Cyborg
75
Robots
73
Main Cast2
Female Protagonist
68
Primarily Adult Cast
60
Action1
Guns
60
Demographic1
Seinen
60

Relations

1995
Ghost in the Shell

Ghost in the Shell

Alt. VersionMovie
Finished
·Fall 1995·1 ep
2008
Ghost in the Shell 2.0

Ghost in the Shell 2.0

Alt. VersionMovie
Finished
·2008·1 ep

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Ghost in the Shell currently airing?

Yes, The Ghost in the Shell is currently airing as part of the summer 2026 season. It is an ongoing series, and viewers can follow the latest developments as new episodes are released.

Where can I watch The Ghost in the Shell?

You can stream The Ghost in the Shell legally on Amazon. Check the platform regularly for updates on the latest available episodes.

What is the premise of The Ghost in the Shell?

Set in 2029 in the technologically advanced Niihama City, the story follows the elite Public Security Section 9 as they combat cyber-terrorism and corruption. The plot focuses on the major Kusanagi, Motoko as she investigates a dangerous hacker known as the Puppet Master.

Is The Ghost in the Shell a remake of the classic movie?

The Ghost in the Shell is a new TV series entry in the franchise, which also includes the alternative versions Ghost in the Shell and Ghost in the Shell 2.0. This 2026 production stands as its own unique iteration within the broader series.

Who is the production team behind The Ghost in the Shell?

The anime is produced by the studio Science SARU and directed by Moko-chan. The series also features notable staff members including EnJoe, Toh, Handa, Shuuhei, Iwasaki, Taisei, and Kanesaka, Yuki.

Is The Ghost in the Shell appropriate for all ages?

No, the series is rated R - 17+ due to themes involving violence and profanity. It is intended for a mature audience given its focus on suspense, psychological elements, and adult characters.

What should I watch if I enjoy The Ghost in the Shell?

If you enjoy the sci-fi and detective themes of this series, you might want to watch Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, Akira, Psycho-Pass, Battle Angel Alita, or Cowboy Bebop. These titles share similar aesthetic or thematic elements often appreciated by fans of the genre.

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