

Ghost in the Shell
“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.
Where to watch Ghost in the Shell in United States
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Where is Ghost in the Shell streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Hoopla, Fandango at Home Free | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| United Kingdom | Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Plex | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| Australia | Amazon Prime Video, Stan, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | JustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Germany | Joyn Plus, Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | Canal+, Sooner, Molotov TV, SFR Play | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD |
| Spain | Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels, Pluto TV | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Amazon Video |
| Brazil | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads, Reserva Imovision Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| Japan | Netflix, Hulu, U-NEXT, Netflix Standard with Ads | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| South Korea | wavve, Watcha, TVING | wavve, Google Play Movies |
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, Iemasa Kayumi. It has a runtime of 1h 23m. Viewers rate it 7.9/10 across 3900 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Hoopla.
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
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), Iemasa Kayumi as Puppetmaster (voice), Koichi Yamadera as Togusa (voice), Yutaka Nakano as Ishikawa (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 3,900 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.
How and where to watch Ghost in the Shell
In United States, you can stream Ghost in the Shell on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Hoopla, Fandango at Home Free, and Plex, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Click any service above to open it directly.
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Cast of Ghost in the Shell

Atsuko Tanaka
Motoko Kusanagi (voice)

Akio Otsuka
Batou (voice)

Iemasa Kayumi
Puppetmaster (voice)

Koichi Yamadera
Togusa (voice)

Yutaka Nakano
Ishikawa (voice)

Tamio Ohki
Aramaki (voice)

Tessyo Genda
Director Nakamura (voice)

Masakazu Namaki
Dr. Willis (voice)
Masato Yamanouchi
Minister of Foreign Affairs (voice)

Shinji Ogawa
Gaikôkan (voice)

Mitsuru Miyamoto
Mizuho Daita (voice)

Kazuhiro Yamaji
Garbage Collector A (voice)
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Ghost in the Shell — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Ghost in the Shell in United States?
Ghost in the Shell is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Hoopla, Fandango at Home Free in United States.
▸Is Ghost in the Shell on Amazon Prime Video?
Yes — Ghost in the Shell is currently available on Amazon Prime Video in United States.
▸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 3,900 ratings.












