New Anime Adaptation for Ghost in the Shell Announced: What You Need to Know

The Ghost in the Shell franchise is getting a brand-new anime adaptation by Scott Pilgrim Takes Off studio Science SARU and Production I.G. The series, currently titled The Ghost in the Shell, is set to be the latest installment in the franchise since Ghost in the Shell: SAC_2045 in 2020.

The original manga, created by Masamune Shirow in 1989, is a significant and influential Japanese cyberpunk story that follows an anti-crime and counterterrorism group called Public Security Section 9, specifically focusing on cyborg field commander Motoko Kusanagi. The 1995 film adaptation of the manga has a huge cult following and is considered one of the best sci-fi films ever made.

Despite mixed reception for the 2017 live-action movie adaptation, Ghost in the Shell remains a prominent and influential franchise in the world of science fiction. This upcoming anime collaboration between Science SARU and Production I.G has the potential to revitalize the franchise and bring new life to the beloved story. Fans can look forward to its release sometime in 2026 with more details coming as we get closer to its premiere date.