Ghost in the Shell: Arise - Alternative Architecture 2015
What is Ghost in the Shell: Arise - Alternative Architecture?
Ghost in the Shell: Arise - Alternative Architecture is a 2015 television series that is a recompilation of previously released content with new additions. The series follows the story of Motoko Kusanagi, a highly skilled member of the military, and her interactions with Daisuke Aramaki, the chief of the Public Security Section 9.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2015
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 10
- Runtime
- 25 minutes
- First aired
- Apr 5, 2015
- Last aired
- Jun 7, 2015
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- Tokyo MX
- Genres
- Animation, Crime, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
- Updated
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Ghost in the Shell: Arise - Alternative Architecture is a 2015 television series that is a recompilation of previously released content with new additions. The series follows the story of Motoko Kusanagi, a highly skilled member of the military, and her interactions with Daisuke Aramaki, the chief of the Public Security Section 9. The story explores Motoko Kusanagi's efforts to clear her name and form an independent team with the guidance of Chief Aramaki. The series began airing in Japan on multiple networks, including Tokyo MX, KBS, and Sun TV, and was also subtitled by Funimation. The series is based on the original video animations and includes new content, with the first eight episodes being an edited version of the previous releases. The series features the voice acting of Maaya Sakamoto, Ken'ichirô Matsuda, and Ikkyû Jaku, among others.
Should you watch it?
“Motoko Kusanagi fights to clear her name while building an elite tactical team.”
- Complex protagonist development
- High-stakes political intrigue
- Strong visual storytelling
- May confuse newcomers to franchise
- Pacing can feel rushed
You enjoy cyberpunk narratives with strong female leads and political conspiracies.
Contains violence and mature themes typical of the genre.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 10 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Ghost Stands Alone, Part I Apr 5, 2015
- E2 Ghost Stands Alone, Part II Apr 12, 2015
- E3 Ghost Pain, Part I Apr 19, 2015
- E4 Ghost Pain, Part II Apr 26, 2015
- E5 Ghost Whispers, Part I May 3, 2015
- E6 Ghost Whispers, Part II May 10, 2015
- E7 Ghost Tears, Part I May 17, 2015
- E8 Ghost Tears, Part II May 24, 2015
- E9 Pyrophoric Cult, Part I May 31, 2015
- E10 Pyrophoric Cult, Part II Jun 7, 2015
Frequently asked questions
Is this connected to other Ghost in the Shell series?
Yes, it's part of the broader Ghost in the Shell franchise continuity.
Who is the main character?
Motoko Kusanagi leads the story as a skilled military operative.
What is Public Security Section 9?
It's a government agency where Motoko forms her independent team.
Is this animated or live-action?
This is an animated television series.
What year was it released?
The series was released in 2015.