Production has officially begun on a new animated series based on Masamune Shirow’s “Ghost in the Shell”!
Science SARU will handle animation production, continuing from the TV anime “Ghost in the Shell: The Ghost in the Shell”!
・The title of the work is “Ghost in the Shell (tentative)”
・Science SARU will handle animation production, continuing from the previous installment
・Surprise announcement made via a flyer distributed at the DOVER STREET MARKET GINZA press preview
・Visuals announcing the start of production were also released
Production Begins on New Ghost in the Shell Animation!
Production has begun on the new animated film *Ghost in the Shell (tentative title)*, based on Masamune Shirow’s manga *Ghost in the Shell*!
To coincide with the announcement, a visual announcing the start of production has also been released.
Science SARU will continue to handle animation production
Following the TV anime *Ghost in the Shell*, Science SARU will once again be in charge of animation production!
Science SARU is an animation production company known for works such as *The Dog King* (nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Animated Feature Film), *Your Color* (winner of the Golden Goblet Award for Best Animated Film at the Shanghai International Film Festival), and the TV anime *Dandadan*.
Surprise Announcement at DOVER STREET MARKET GINZA
The start of production was announced via flyers distributed to attendees at the press preview for “OPEN HOUSE,” a public event held on Saturday, October 24, at DOVER STREET MARKET GINZA in Tokyo.
At the same preview event, a signing session with Director Moko-chan was held to commemorate the release of collaborative merchandise between the apparel project “GEEKS RULE” and *Ghost in the Shell*.
New *Ghost in the Shell* (Tentative Title) Animation Production Confirmed!
| Title | Ghost in the Shell (Tentative Title) |
|---|---|
| Original Work | Masamune Shirow (Published by Kodansha KC Deluxe) |
| Animation Production | Science SARU |
| Broadcast/Release Date | To Be Announced |
| Official Website | Production Begins on New “Ghost in the Shell” Animation! |
| Official X | Ghost in the Shell THE GHOST IN THE SHELL Official (@thegits_anime) |
*Further updates will be announced in due course via Bandai Namco Filmworks’ official social media channels and other platforms.
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Frequently Asked Questions About the New Ghost in the Shell Anime
When was the new Ghost in the Shell anime announced?
On Friday, October 23, 2026, it was announced that production on the new animated series had begun.
Who is producing the animation?
Following the TV anime *Ghost in the Shell: THE GHOST IN THE SHELL*, Science SARU will be in charge.
Have the broadcast or release dates been set?
No broadcast or release dates have been announced at this time. Future updates will be announced sequentially via Bandai Namco Filmworks’ official social media channels and other outlets.
Please check the official website for details.
*Please note that the information in these articles may be outdated; we ask that you check the official website for the latest details.
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