New “The Ghost in the Shell” Animation Project underway with Science SARU
A brand-new animation project based on Shirow Masamune’s monumental cyberpunk manga Ghost in the Shell has officially entered production. Following the July 2026 broadcast and streaming of the TV animation THE GHOST IN THE SHELL, which marked an exciting milestone for the franchise, this newly announced project launches as an entirely fresh creative endeavor.
Animation production for this new project will be handled by Science SARU, the studio behind the 2026 TV series. Science SARU has earned widespread international acclaim for its innovative works, including the Golden Globe-nominated film Inu-Oh, the Shanghai International Film Festival Best Animation Award-winning The Colors Within, and the TV anime DAN DA DAN.
The project’s launch was revealed via a surprise flyer handout at the press preview of “OPEN HOUSE,” a public event held at DOVER STREET MARKET GINZA in Tokyo. The event also featured a signing session with Mokochan, director of the THE GHOST IN THE SHELL, celebrating a collaboration with the apparel project GEEKS RULE. Alongside the news, the teaser flyer visual announcing the new production was officially unveiled.
Future updates will be shared via Bandai Namco Filmworks’ official social media channels.
New Anime Project Overview
Title: Ghost in the Shell (Working Title)
Original Work: Shirow Masamune (Published in Kodansha KC Deluxe)
Animation Studio: Science SARU
Production Information
Science SARU Inc.
Science SARU is an animation studio known for implementing innovative production techniques and fostering young talent across TV, theatrical, and streaming releases. Its prominent works include Lu Over the Wall, which won the Cristal for Best Feature at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival, The Night Is Short, Walk On Girl, DEVILMAN crybaby, Keep Your Hands Off Eizouken!, INU-OH, Scott Pilgrim Takes Off, The Colors Within, and the DAN DA DAN series.
In 2026, the studio released the TV anime series A Witch’s Printing Office (Tenmaku no Ja’dugar) and Ghost in the Shell: THE GHOST IN THE SHELL. Upcoming projects for 2027 include Season 3 of the TV anime DAN DA DAN.