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Action · Animation · Science Fiction · 1h 23m · 1995

Ghost in the Shell

★ 7.9 / 10 · 4,133 votes JA
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In the year 2029, the barriers of our world have been broken down by the net and by cybernetics, but this brings new vulnerability to humans in the form of brain-hacking. When a highly-wanted hacker known as 'The Puppetmaster' begins involving them in politics, Section 9, a group of cybernetically enhanced cops, are called in to investigate and stop the Puppetmaster.

Directed by Mamoru Oshii Starring Atsuko Tanaka, Akio Otsuka, Iemasa Kayumi, Koichi Yamadera, Yutaka Nakano
ActionAnimationScience Fiction
First releaseNov 18, 1995
Score7.9 / 10
Length1h 23m
LanguageJA

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Release rollout

Ghost in the Shell opened first in Japan on November 18, 1995. The rollout continues across 16 countries, finishing in Italy on January 21, 2027. In the United States, it arrived in theaters on March 29, 1996. A digital release followed on November 23, 2006.

Release dates by country

JapanNov 18, 1995
United KingdomDec 8, 1995
IrelandDec 8, 1995
United StatesMar 29, 1996
NetherlandsMay 24, 1996
BrazilJul 19, 1996
FranceJan 29, 1997
South KoreaApr 12, 2002
SpainNov 29, 2002
UkraineOct 27, 2020
ChinaMay 17, 2025
PortugalJun 21, 2025
PRAug 19, 2025
RussiaAug 28, 2025
PolandJul 24, 2026
TaiwanAug 28, 2026
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ItalyJan 21, 2027

Release date history

Oct 24, 2026Italy release announced for Jan 21, 2027

Frequently asked questions

When does Ghost in the Shell come out?

Ghost in the Shell was released on November 18, 1995.

When does Ghost in the Shell come out in United States?

Ghost in the Shell was released in United States on March 29, 1996.

When does Ghost in the Shell come out in United Kingdom?

Ghost in the Shell was released in United Kingdom on December 8, 1995.

When will Ghost in the Shell be available on streaming or digital?

Ghost in the Shell became available on digital platforms on November 23, 2006.

Who directed Ghost in the Shell?

Ghost in the Shell was directed by Mamoru Oshii.

How long is Ghost in the Shell?

Ghost in the Shell has a runtime of 1h 23m.