Special Ghost in the Shell Event Coming to Annecy Film Festival

Special Ghost in the Shell Event Coming to Annecy Film Festival

Updated at: June 20, 2026 at 05:30 AM

The 2026 Annecy International Animation Film Festival marked a major milestone for science fiction fans with its exclusive 'Dive into THE GHOST IN THE SHELL' special event.

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Held on June 22, the 90-minute showcase offered attendees a world premiere of the first two episodes of the highly anticipated new television series.

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Directed by Mokochan, this project represents a bold 'generational shift' for the legendary cyberpunk franchise.

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Produced by Science SARU in partnership with industry giants like Production I.G, the series brings the iconic Motoko Kusanagi and her 'Shell Squad' back to the screen in a story set in 2029.

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For those who missed the festival screening, the series began its official broadcast in Japan on July 7, 2026, followed by a widespread debut on Amazon Prime Video.

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June 22, 2026

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Science SARU

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Mokochan

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2029

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Amazon Prime Video

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