Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex: Episodes, Story and Where to Watch

Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex (2002) is a award winning, mystery, sci-fi anime produced by Production I.G. On MyAnimeList it holds a community score of 8.42/10 from 172,860 ratings.

What is Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex about?

In the not so distant future, mankind has advanced to a state where complete body transplants from flesh to machine is possible. This allows for great increases in both physical and cybernetic prowess and blurring the lines between the two worlds. However, criminals can also make full use of such technology, leading to new and sometimes, very dangerous crimes. In response to such innovative new methods, the Japanese Government has established Section 9, an independently operating police unit which deals with such highly sensitive crimes.

Key details

Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex runs for 26 episodes and its status is "finished airing". It premiered in the fall 2002 season. Content rating: R - 17+ (violence & profanity).

Where to watch Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex

Streaming availability changes by region. Major anime platforms like Crunchyroll, Netflix and Hidive rotate their catalogs, so check your local listings for Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex.