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Ghost in the Shell

1995·Movie·NR·83 min·★ 7.9(4,147)

“It found a voice... now it needs a body.”

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.

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Where is Ghost in the Shell streaming around the world?

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United StatesMovieSphere+ Amazon Channel, Hoopla, Fandango at Home Free, YouTube FreeAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
United KingdomLionsgate+ Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store
CanadaAmazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, PlexApple TV Store, CosmoGo, YouTube
AustraliaStan, Lionsgate+ Amazon ChannelJustWatch TV Store, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video
Germany—Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, YouTube
FranceSooner, Molotov TV, SFR Play, HBO MaxApple TV Store, Orange VOD, YouTube
SpainPluto TVApple TV Store, Amazon Video
BrazilReserva Imovision Amazon ChannelApple TV Store
JapanNetflix, Hulu, U-NEXT, Netflix Standard with AdsAmazon Video, Apple TV Store
South Koreawavve, Watcha, TVINGwavve

About Ghost in the Shell

Ghost in the Shell is a 1995 Japanese-language action, animation and science fiction film directed by Mamoru Oshii. The cast is led by Atsuko Tanaka, Akio Otsuka, Koichi Yamadera. It has a runtime of 1h 23m. Viewers rate it 7.9/10 across 4100 ratings.

Ghost in the Shell was produced by Bandai Visual, Production I.G, and Kodansha and made in Japan and United Kingdom. It was released on November 18, 1995, and carries a NR certification. Made on a budget of about $3 million, it went on to gross $10 million worldwide.

Director
Mamoru Oshii
Writers
Kazunori Ito
Release date
November 18, 1995
Original language
Japanese
Age rating
NR
Status
Released
Country
Japan, United Kingdom
Budget
$3 million
Box office
$10 million
Production
Bandai Visual, Production I.G, Kodansha
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Ghost in the Shell cast & crew

Ghost in the Shell was directed by Mamoru Oshii and written by Kazunori Ito.

The cast features Atsuko Tanaka as Motoko Kusanagi (voice), Akio Otsuka as Batou (voice), Koichi Yamadera as Togusa (voice), Yutaka Nakano as Ishikawa (voice), Iemasa Kayumi as Puppetmaster (voice), and Tamio Ohki as Aramaki (voice).

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Kenji Kawai, cinematography is by Hisao Shirai, and it was produced by Ken Iyadomi and Mitsuhisa Ishikawa.

Is Ghost in the Shell worth watching?

Ghost in the Shell holds an audience score of 7.9/10 from 4,147 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed action films.

At 1h 23m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy action, animation, and science fiction, Ghost in the Shell is worth a place on your watchlist.

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Cast of Ghost in the Shell

Atsuko Tanaka

Atsuko Tanaka

Motoko Kusanagi (voice)

Akio Otsuka

Akio Otsuka

Batou (voice)

Koichi Yamadera

Koichi Yamadera

Togusa (voice)

Yutaka Nakano

Yutaka Nakano

Ishikawa (voice)

Iemasa Kayumi

Iemasa Kayumi

Puppetmaster (voice)

Tamio Ohki

Tamio Ohki

Aramaki (voice)

Tessyo Genda

Tessyo Genda

Director Nakamura (voice)

Masakazu Namaki

Masakazu Namaki

Dr. Willis (voice)

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Masato Yamanouchi

Minister of Foreign Affairs (voice)

Shinji Ogawa

Shinji Ogawa

Diplomat (voice)

Mitsuru Miyamoto

Mitsuru Miyamoto

Mizuho Daita (voice)

Kazuhiro Yamaji

Kazuhiro Yamaji

Garbage Collector A (voice)

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Ghost in the Shell — FAQs

▸Where can I watch Ghost in the Shell in India?

Ghost in the Shell is not currently available on major streaming services in India. Availability changes often — check back soon.

▸Where can I watch Ghost in the Shell in the US?

In the US, Ghost in the Shell is streaming on MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel, Hoopla, and Fandango at Home Free, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

▸Where can I watch Ghost in the Shell in the UK?

In the UK, Ghost in the Shell is streaming on Lionsgate+ Amazon Channel, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video.

▸What language is Ghost in the Shell in?

Ghost in the Shell is originally in Japanese. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

▸How long is Ghost in the Shell?

Ghost in the Shell runs 1 hours 23 minutes (83 minutes).

▸What is Ghost in the Shell rated?

Ghost in the Shell is rated NR. It holds a 7.9/10 audience score from 4,147 ratings.

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