{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"NewsArticle","contentId":"0000019e-cfa7-d7ef-adfe-ffaf929d0000","url":"https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/entertainment/ghost-in-the-shell-anime-prime-video","headline":"How to watch ‘Ghost in the Shell,’ the new anime adaptation streaming now on Prime Video","description":"Prime Video's new anime TV series 'Ghost in the Shell' is produced by the award-winning studio Science SARU.","datePublished":"2026-06-16T09:32:10.449Z","dateModified":"2026-07-07T08:00:00.722Z","author":[{"@type":"Person","name":"Emily Murray","url":"https://www.aboutamazon.com/author/emily-murray","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https://assets.aboutamazon.com/dims4/default/5580c4b/2147483647/strip/true/crop/400x400+0+0/resize/84x84!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.aboutamazon.com%2Fe4%2F31%2F47352ce84e30bb3e70711686661f%2Fdownload.jpg","width":"84","height":"84"}}],"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https://assets.aboutamazon.com/dims4/default/bdc6a01/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1600x800+0+50/resize/1200x600!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.aboutamazon.com%2F87%2F68%2F57e4ddc548eb9db6008567c02807%2Fthe-ghost-in-the-shell.jpg","width":"1200","height":"600"},"articleBody":"# How to watch ‘Ghost in the Shell,’ the new anime adaptation streaming now on Prime Video\n\n*Streaming globally on Prime Video, the new TV series is produced by the award-winning studio Science SARU. *\n\n---\n\n## Key takeaways\n\n- *Ghost in the Shell* is streaming now on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide. \n- The new anime series is an adaptation of the legendary manga, first published in 1989. \n- It is produced by award-winning animation studio Science SARU, best known for *Dandadan* and *Inu-oh*. \n\n---\n\nPrime Video has released their new anime adaptation of *Ghost in the Shell*, the iconic franchise that has inspired audiences around the world since 1989.\n\nFeaturing an innovative, one-of-a-kind science fiction world brought to life with spectacular imagery, the franchise has had an immeasurable cultural impact and influenced countless creators globally.\n\n![K-dramas on prime video: Confidence Queen; girl with a jumpsuit jumping on guy](https://assets.aboutamazon.com/dims4/default/ba06b18/2147483647/strip/true/crop/2532x1688+234+0/resize/300x200!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.aboutamazon.com%2Fff%2Faf%2Fbbe8f82747179210039da7b28326%2Fconfidence-queen-paragliding-2-3000.jpg)\n\n- [11 K-dramas to stream on Prime Video right now](https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/entertainment/korean-dramas-amazon-prime-video)\n\nBeginning with Shirow Masamune’s legendary manga released in 1989, *Ghost in the Shell* has expanded into anime, starting with director Mamoru Oshii's landmark 1995 film, as well as a live-action Hollywood film and more.\n\nHere’s everything you need to know about Prime Video’s new series. \n\n## What is ‘Ghost in the Shell’ about?\n\n*Ghost in the Shell* is a landmark work of cyberpunk science fiction set in a near-future where information networks envelop the world and advanced cyborg technology has enabled the creation of a cyberbrain. It follows the story of the full-body cyborg Motoko Kusanagi and the combat unit she leads in the fight against cybercrime.\n\nWhile commanding her team, Kusanagi envisions the creation of a specialized task force to preemptively strike against emerging threats. Meanwhile, Daisuke Aramaki from the Ministry of Internal Affairs, who had been planning to establish a similar unit, recruits Kusanagi and her team.\n\nTogether, they begin operations as Public Security Section 9—an offensive tactical unit known as Shell Squad. As they confront complex cybercrimes and international conspiracies, the existence of a mysterious, unidentified hacker known as The Puppet Master emerges on the horizon of their investigation. What fate awaits Kusanagi? And what is the Puppet Master’s true objective? A new era of cyberpunk action begins. \n\n## Who made ‘Ghost in the Shell’?\n\n![Anime girl from the Ghost in the Shell series, leaning against a wall ](https://assets.aboutamazon.com/dims4/default/79a0795/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1600x900+0+0/resize/767x431!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.aboutamazon.com%2F87%2F68%2F57e4ddc548eb9db6008567c02807%2Fthe-ghost-in-the-shell.jpg)\n\nThis new anime adaptation is produced by the award-winning animation studio Science SARU who are best known for the Golden Globe nominated film *Inu-oh*, the TV anime series *Dandadan*, and critically acclaimed movie *The Colors Within*.\n\nIt is directed by Mokochan (*Dandadan*) with a script from EnJoe Toh (*Godzilla Singular Point*).\n\n## How to watch 'Ghost in the Shell' on Prime Video\n\n*Ghost in the Shell* is streaming now on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide (excluding Japan and Vietnam). In Japan, new episodes will be available for SVOD every Tuesday at 23:30 JST.\n\nPrime Video is included with an [Amazon Prime membership](https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/retail/amazon-prime-membership-worth-it), which costs $14.99 monthly or $139 annually in the U.S. Discounted memberships are also available for [young adults](https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/retail/amazon-prime-for-young-adults) and [qualifying government assistance recipients](https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/retail/amazon-prime-access-discounted-membership) at 50% off. Check your local Amazon website for information on Prime membership pricing in your region.\n\nNot a member yet? Start a [30-day free trial](https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/retail/amazon-prime-free-trial) today. \n\n## What else is on Prime Video?\n\nThere are plenty of other animated series available to watch on Prime Video including [*Invincible*](https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/entertainment/invincible-season-4-prime-video), [*Hazbin Hotel*](https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/entertainment/where-to-watch-hazbin-hotel-prime-video)*,* and [*The Mighty Nein*](https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/entertainment/the-mighty-nein-prime-video)*.* \n\n![住宅街の屋外で、自転車用のヘルメットをかぶった笑顔の男性。背中に配達用バックパック。右手でスマホ、左手でAmazonの段ボール箱を持っている。](https://assets.aboutamazon.com/dims4/default/0371ee9/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1350x900+125+0/resize/300x200!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.aboutamazon.com%2F51%2F22%2Ff95c05ac4dee8b049e86e2209b2a%2F2023-hp-8705.JPG)\n\n- [For more news, visit About Amazon Japan](https://www.aboutamazon.jp/)\n\nPrime Video is a first-stop entertainment destination offering customers a vast collection of premium programming in one app available across thousands of devices. \nPrime members can customize their viewing experience and find their favorite movies, series, documentaries, and live sports.\n\nThese include [Amazon MGM Studios](https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/tag/mgm)–produced series and movies, licensed fan favorites, and programming via [Prime Video Subscriptions](https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/entertainment/what-are-prime-video-channels) such as [MGM+](https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/entertainment/everything-you-need-to-know-about-mgm-plus), [Apple TV](https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/entertainment/apple-tv-shows-amazon-prime-video-subscription), [HBO Max](https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/entertainment/hbo-max-on-prime-video-channels), [Peacock Premium Plus](https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/entertainment/peacock-shows-movies-prime-video-subscription), [FOX One](https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/entertainment/fox-one-news-sports-entertainment-prime-video-subscription), [DAZN](https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/entertainment/prime-video-dazn-sports-subscription), and [Crunchyroll](https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/entertainment/crunchyroll-anime-subscription-amazon-prime-video), as well as more than 900 free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) channels.\n\nAll customers, regardless of whether they have a Prime membership or not, can rent or buy titles via the Prime Video Store, and can enjoy even more content for free with ads.\n\nNext, find out more about [*Spider-Noir*](https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/entertainment/spider-noir-nicolas-cage-prime-video), the live-action series that stars Nicolas Cage as a private investigator forced to grapple with his past life as a superhero.","publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"About Amazon","url":"https://www.aboutamazon.com","sameAs":["https://x.com/amazonnews","https://www.linkedin.com/company/amazon","https://www.instagram.com/amazonnews"],"logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https://assets.aboutamazon.com/bd/8f/88e7b0314cc2bd05b9de3155a0fe/amazon-news.svg"},"parentOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Amazon","url":"https://www.amazon.com","sameAs":["https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q3884","https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amazon_(company)","https://x.com/Amazon"]}}}