New "Ghost in the Shell" TV animation series to be broadcast in 2026! Animation production is by Science SARU!

Since the original comic by Masamune Shirow was published in "Young Magazine Kaizokuban" (Kodansha) in 1989, "GHOST IN THE SHELL" (1995) directed by Mamoru Oshii and various other works including animation and Hollywood live-action films have been developed, surprising and inspiring the world. The "GHOST IN THE SHELL" series has continued to surprise and inspire the world.

Today, May 25, 2024 (Saturday), at the official music event "DEEP DIVE in sync with GHOST IN THE SHELL/GHOST IN THE SHELL" (Zepp Shinjuku, Tokyo), which was held to commemorate the 35th anniversary of the original series, a special announcement was made that a new "Ghost in the Shell" TV anime The production of the new "GHOST IN THE SHELL" TV animation series was announced as a surprise.

The animation production is based on the Golden Globe Award-nominated animated film "The Dog King," the TV animation "Don't Mess with the Video Lab! which was nominated for the Golden Globe Award for Best Animated Film, and the TV animation "Don't mess with SARU! Broadcast is scheduled for 2026.

The special report features a special video that foreshadows the drama that will be depicted in the new anime by depicting symbolic scenes from the original comic book. A teaser visual for the film was also released at the time of the announcement. The visual, based on the original comic illustration, depicts the main character Motoko Kusanagi, a cyborg with a prosthetic body, and the AI-equipped thinking tank Fuchikoma, reminding us of the origin of "Ghost in the Shell".

Along with the announcement of the new anime, it was also announced that "The World of Masamune Shirow (tentative)," the largest-ever exhibition of original artwork by the original author, Masamune Shirow, would be held. The event will be held in the spring of 2025 to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the Setagaya Literature Center, where the exhibition will be held.

Further information will be released on the official "Ghost in the Shell" global website and official SNS.

In addition, product information on the Blu-ray Disc of the movie "Ghost in the Shell: SAC_2045, the Last Human" (General Director: Kenji Kamiyama and Shinji Aramaki, Director: Michito Fujii), which was released in theaters last November 23, 2023 (Thursday, national holiday), will also be released. In addition to the package design illustrated by Ilya Kubushinobu, the Blu-ray Disc will be packed with luxurious extras and will be released on August 28, 2024 (Wednesday).

Finally, "Ghost in the Shell SAC_204" Season 2 Episode 12 and "Ghost in the Shell SAC_2045: The Last Human" will be available for rental and digital sale starting today, Saturday, May 25 at 18:00.

TV animation "GHOST IN THE SHELL" special trailer

Original story information

Ghost in the Shell: The Ghost in The Shell

Based on the manga "The Ghost in The Shell" by Shirow Masamune (Kodansha KC Deluxe)
Based on the manga "The Ghost in the Shell" by Shirow
Masamune originally serialized in YOUNG MAGAZINE
Published by KODANSHA Ltd.
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Based on the manga "The Ghost in the Shell" by Shirow Masamune originally serialized in YOUNG MAGAZINE published by KODANSHA Ltd. Motoko Kusanagi is a cyborg with a full-body prosthesis who excels at electronic warfare and fighting. The story depicts the "Ghost in the Shell," an offensive unit led by Motoko, who is a "Major," taking on increasingly complex and violent crimes. Along with realistic and precise drawings, the story explores cyberpunk elements and philosophical themes while deeply examining the fusion of humans and technology, personal identity, etc., and has influenced many creators. Three books, "GHOST IN THE SHELL," "GHOST IN THE SHELL 2: MANMACHINE INTERFACE," and "GHOST IN THE SHELL 1.5: HUMAN-ERROR PROCESSER," have been published by Kodansha.

Production Information

Science SARU Science SARU Inc.

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Science SARU Inc. is an animation production company that works on new methods and fostering young staff, and presents a wide variety of works for TV, theaters, and distribution. Representative works include "Dawn Tell Roo's Song," which won the Grand Prix Crystal Award for Best Feature Film at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival, "Yoru wa tanashi aru yo otome," "DEVILMAN crybaby," "Don't mess with the Visual Arts Institute! , "The Dog King," "Scott Pilgrim Takes Off," and more. The films awaiting release include "Kimi no Iro" (August 30), the latest film by Naoko Yamada, which will be entered in the Annecy International Animation Film Festival 2024 Feature Length Competition, "Garden of Remembrance," and the TV animation "Dundadan," which will begin airing in October.

Original Art Exhibition Information

Preliminary report! The largest-ever exhibition of original drawings by "Ghost in the Shell" author Masamune Shirow will be held in the spring of 2025!

PARCO, together with the Setagaya Cultural Foundation Setagaya Bungakukan and Kodansha Ltd. will hold the "The World of Masamune Shirow Exhibition" at the Setagaya Bungakukan in the spring of 2025 to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Bungakukan's opening.
Masamune Shirow's works have had an immeasurable impact on subsequent creators of manga, science fiction literature, movies, etc. His unique feel for the information of advanced technology, which at the time of the 1980s was a point in time, made him one of the first in the world to create an electronic future, and his innovations have had an immeasurable impact on the creators of subsequent manga, science fiction literature, movies, etc.

This large-scale exhibition will mainly display the original drawings of his works, and will also include a look at the world of Shirow's stories, his drawing ability, and his foresight that emerged from his work.

Exhibition Outline
Exhibition Title: The World of Shirow Masamune (tentative)
Date: Spring, 2025 (tentative)
Venue: Setagaya Bungakukan (1-10-10 Minamikarasuyama, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo)
Organizers: Setagaya Bungakukan, Kodansha, Parco
Planning cooperation: Seishinsha

Ghost in the Shell: SAC_2045 The Last Human" Blu-ray Disc Product Information

Ghost in the Shell" by Kenji Kamiyama (General Director), Shinji Aramaki (General Director) and Michito Fujii (Director), is completed.
Season 2 of "Ghost in the Shell: SAC_2045" is reconstructed as a theatrical version with new scenes (in theaters in November 2023).
A Blu-ray disc with a package design illustrated by Ilya Kubushinobu and gorgeous video extras will be released.

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The film's audio is recorded in Dolby Atmos and Linear PCM (stereo)! (switchable).

A bonus DISC containing stage greetings, various PVs, etc., and a bonus booklet with interviews, commentary, etc. are included.
The jacket is designed by Ilya Kubushinobu (character designer).

Ghost in the Shell: SAC_2045 The Last Human" Blu-ray

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Ghost in the Shell SAC_2045 The Last Human Blu-ray Disc (Special Limited Edition)

Price: 7,480 (tax included)

Release date: Wednesday, August 28, 2024

[Detailed information

Color / 223 min [Main DISC: 126 min + Special DISC: 97 min]

Main DISC: Dolby Atmos, Linear PCM (stereo) / AVC / BD50G / 16:9 <1080p Hi-Def> / with Japanese and English subtitles (ON/OFF available)

Special DISC: Linear PCM (stereo), some Dolby TrueHD (5.1ch)/AVC/BD25G
16:9 (1080i Hi-Def), some 16:9 (1080p Hi-Def)

Special features
Official Supplement Book
Special DISC
Special feature
Theatrical Trailer
Additional PV
Greetings from the stage on the opening day [after the screening]
Cast: Atsuko Tanaka (Motoko Kusanagi), Akio Otsuka (Batou), Koichi Yamadera (Togusa), Megumi Ban (Ezaki Pudding)
Greetings from the stage (before the screening)
Cast: Atsuko Tanaka (Motoko Kusanagi), Akio Otsuka (Batou), Koichi Yamadera (Togusa), Megumi Ban (Ezaki Pudding)
Appearance: Kenji Kamiyama (General Director), Mamoru Oshii (Guest)

Other Specifications
Jacket newly drawn by Ilya Kubushinobu (character design)

Released and distributed by: NAMCO BANDAI Filmworks

*Bonus contents and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Ghost in the Shell: SAC_2045 The Last Human" Blu-ray Disc Store Special

Original bonus】 【Original bonus
Special bonus contents:
［Limited edition] Package autographed by Kenji Kamiyama (general director) and Ilya Kubushinobu (character designer)

Target stores:
I.G Store online shop
Pre-orders will be accepted until July 15, 2024 (Monday, national holiday) to ensure availability.
After that, the reservation will be closed as soon as the maximum number is reached.

Special offer common to all stores
Privilege contents:
A4 clear file with illustration by Ilya Kubushinobu (character design)

Target stores:
A-on STORE (Namco Bandai Filmworks official store)
A-on STORE Premium Bandai
I.G Store online shop
Red Bear
All animate stores in Japan (including animate mail order)
Amazon.co.jp
amiami online store
HMV,HMV&BOOKS online
Getchuya (Getchu.com)
All Gamers stores (including online store)
Joshin Diskopia (including Joshin web store)
Seven Net Shopping
Sofmap and Animega (excluding some stores)
TSUTAYA online（Reservations only)
Neowing
Bic Camera (excluding some stores)
Melon Books (including mail order)
Yodobashi Camera
Rakuten Books
WonderGOO/Shinseido (excluding some stores)

Please note that some products may not be eligible for special offers. Please make sure that the product is the one with the bonus before purchase.
*Each offer will end as soon as they are gone.
Some stores may not carry the product even if it is from an eligible corporation.
Please check with each store for details regarding the availability of special offers and product lineups.
Special offers will be handed out at the time of purchase.
Special offers are subject to change without notice.
The content and design of each bonus are subject to change.

• Movie Information
• TV animation "Ghost in the Shell (tentative)
• Original story: Shirow Masamune (Kodansha KC Deluxe)
• Animation Production: Science SARU
• Release date: Scheduled to air in 2026

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