Ghost in the Shell (1996): Cast, Ratings & Box Office
Ghost in the Shell is a 1996 animated thriller directed by Mamoru Oshii, starring Atsuko Tanaka and Iemasa Kayumi. It is partly based on The Ghost in the Shell 1 Deluxe Edition by Masamune Shirow. It runs 1 hour 23 minutes and earned $968,116 worldwide. It earned 5 award nominations, including Best Achievement in Directing at the Annie Awards 1996. Critics gave it 76 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 23m (83 min)
- Director
- Mamoru Oshii
- Original language
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Japanese - Studio
- Palm Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Ghost in the Shell About?
The premise of Ghost in the Shell without spoilers, adapted from The Ghost in the Shell 1 Deluxe Edition by Masamune Shirow.
In a technologically advanced future, Major Motoko Kusanagi, a cyborg agent, leads Section 9, an elite government task force. Their mission is to hunt down "The Puppet Master," a mysterious hacker capable of infiltrating and controlling human consciousness. As they pursue this elusive digital threat, Major Kusanagi questions her own identity and the nature of the human spirit, delving into a complex conspiracy that challenges the boundaries of what it means to be alive.
Ghost in the Shell Cast
Atsuko Tanaka leads the cast, with Iemasa Kayumi. Directed by Mamoru Oshii.
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Director Mamoru Oshii
More from Mamoru Oshii
More films directed by Mamoru Oshii, best-rated first: Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence, Angel's Egg (1985), I Can’t Stop Biting You and Nowhere Girl.
Ghost in the Shell Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Ghost in the Shell 76 on Metacritic.
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Metacritic 76 Metascore
User score 8.6
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TMDB 79% User score
See on TMDB
Ghost in the Shell Box Office
Ghost in the Shell grossed $968,116 worldwide. $889,074 came from the US and Canada and $64,087 (7%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$968.1K
- US & Canada
- $889.1K
- International
- $64.1K
Ghost in the Shell Awards & Nominations
Ghost in the Shell earned 5 award nominations, including Best Achievement in Directing at the Annie Awards 1996.
5 nominations1 ceremony
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Annie Awards 1996 5 nominations- Nominated Best Achievement in Directing – Mamoru Oshii
- Nominated Best Achievement in Producing
- Nominated Best Achievement in Production Design
- Nominated Best Achievement in Writing
- Nominated Best Animated Feature
Ghost in the Shell Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Ghost in the Shell.
Cars in Ghost in the Shell
4 cars on screen, including the 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ and the 1989 Volkswagen Corrado Typ 53I.
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1990 Alfa Romeo SZ Important role -
1989 Volkswagen Corrado Typ 53I Minor role -
Isuzu Elf Background role -
unknown Fleetline Background role
Ghost in the Shell Also Known As
34 alternative titles, including “Ghost in the Shell/Mobile Armored Riot Police” and “GHOST IN THE SHELL 攻殻機動隊”.
- Also known as
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- Ghost in the Shell/Mobile Armored Riot Police
- GHOST IN THE SHELL 攻殻機動隊
- Ghost in the Shell: Páncélba zárt szellem
- Призрак в оболочке
- 攻殻機動隊
- Ghost in the Shell 1
- Armored Riot Police
- Duh u oklopu
- Koukaku kidoutai
- Ghost in the Shell Movie
- GHOST IN THE SHELL/攻殻機動隊
- 攻殻機動隊 GHOST IN THE SHELL
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- Mobile Armored Riot Police
- 攻殼機動隊1995
- 공각기동대
- 攻壳机动队1995
- Duch w pancerzu
- ゴースト・イン・ザ・シェル
- GHOST IN THE SHELL: Koukaku Kidoutai
- Призрак в доспехах
- Ghost in the Shell: Cidade Assombrada
- 攻壳机动队
- โกสต์อินเดอะเชลล์
- Páncélba zárt szellem
- Kabuktaki Hayalet
- Ghost in the Shell – Aaveääni
- הרוח שבמעטפת
- Привид у латах
- Ghost in the Shell: O Fantasma do Futuro
- 攻殻機動隊 / GHOST IN THE SHELL
- Ghost in the shell: Дух в броня
- Vỏ Bọc Ma
- 攻殼機動隊 GHOST IN THE SHELL
- Spirit în cochilie, მოჩვენება ჯავშანში
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Ghost in the Shell FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, the book behind it and awards of Ghost in the Shell, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Ghost in the Shell?
Ghost in the Shell runs 1 hour 23 minutes (83 minutes).
When was Ghost in the Shell released?
Ghost in the Shell was released on March 29, 1996.
Who directed Ghost in the Shell?
Ghost in the Shell was directed by Mamoru Oshii.
More films by Mamoru Oshii Who is in the cast of Ghost in the Shell?
Ghost in the Shell stars Atsuko Tanaka and Iemasa Kayumi.
How much did Ghost in the Shell make at the box office?
Ghost in the Shell grossed $968,116 worldwide ($889,074 domestic, $64,087 international).
How is Ghost in the Shell rated?
Ghost in the Shell has 76 on Metacritic and 79% on TMDB.
Is Ghost in the Shell based on a book?
Yes. Ghost in the Shell is partly adapted from The Ghost in the Shell 1 Deluxe Edition by Masamune Shirow.
Was Ghost in the Shell nominated for any awards?
Ghost in the Shell received 5 nominations across 1 ceremony.
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