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Ghost in the Shell anime reveals ending theme in latest trailerA new trailer for the upcoming Ghost in the Shell anime reveals the ending theme "Blue" by MILLENNIUM PARADE, featuring Saya Gray and Daniel Caesar. The series, produced by Science SARU and based on Masamune Shirow's manga, aims to capture the original tone. It is set to premiere on Amazon Prime Video on July 7th.- ZeptoLab Announces Ghost in the Shell: SAC_2045 Collaboration for Bullet EchoZeptoLab has announced a limited-time collaboration between its mobile tactical shooter Bullet Echo and the anime series Ghost in the Shell: SAC_2045. The event, running from June 4 to July 4, 2026, will introduce exclusive character skins, cosmetics, and themed gameplay elements. This partnership aims to bring globally recognized franchises into Bullet Echo, starting with the cyberpunk world of Ghost in the Shell.
MARRIAGETOXIN makes its way to Anime Expo 2026 — MP3s & NPCsThe cast and crew of the anime MARRIAGETOXIN will attend Anime Expo 2026 for a panel on Saturday, July 4th. The panel will feature show director Motonobu Hori, Bandai Namco Filmworks chief producer Ryoya Arisawa, Bones Film producer Tatsuya Saito, and voice actors Haruki Ishiya and Shion Wakayama. Autograph signings with Ishiya and Wakayama will follow the panel.
Votoms: Die Graue Hexe Launch Date and Merchandise ShownBandai Namco Filmworks and Sunrise have announced that Armored Trooper Votoms: Die Graue Hexe will be a two-part theatrical series, with the first part premiering in Japanese theaters on November 20, 2026. Original creator Ryosuke Takahashi returns as supervising director, and Kenji Kawai will compose the soundtrack. Merchandise from Bandai Spirits and Megahouse, including model kits and figures, will also be released.
New The Ghost in the Shell Anime Trailer Teases July DebutThe new The Ghost in the Shell anime adaptation, based on the classic manga, will premiere on July 7, 2026. A new trailer and key art were released, teasing the debut of Major Motoko Kusanagi and other characters. The series will have its global debut at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival in June 2026.
THE GHOST IN THE SHELL Anime Sets July 7 PremiereThe new anime series "The Ghost in the Shell" from Science SARU will premiere on July 7, 2026, with its first two episodes debuting early at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival. The series, based on Masamune Shirow's manga, will stream on Prime Video and features Major Motoko Kusanagi returning to lead Public Security Section 9.
New Mobile Suit Gundam Hathaway Film Sets U.S. May DebutBandai Namco Filmworks has announced that Mobile Suit Gundam Hathaway: The Sorcery of Nymph Circe will premiere in U.S. theaters on May 15, 2026, with early screenings on May 14. The film continues the story of Hathaway Noa and his resistance group Mafty, set in the Universal Century timeline. Participating theaters will offer exclusive collectible cards featuring the Xi Gundam and Penelope Gundam designs.