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Evangelion: 2.0 You Can (Not) Advance (2009)

Anime film · 112 min · Studio Khara

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Studio Khara's Evangelion: 2.0 You Can (Not) Advance (2009) is an action-drama sci-fi film. As the monstrous Angels intensify their attacks, Eva pilots Shinji and Rei are joined by Asuka and Mari, sharing the burden of defending humanity. These young pilots maneuver their colossal Eva machines in desperate battles to avert the apocalyptic Third Impact.

Evangelion: 2.0 You Can (Not) Advance screencaps & stills

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Evangelion: 2.0 You Can (Not) Advance in motion

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The story

Humanity faces an existential threat from monstrous entities known as Angels. Young Eva pilots Shinji and Rei previously bore the immense responsibility of battling these creatures, but the escalating Angel attacks and the impending Third Impact demand more. Two new pilots, the spirited Asuka and the enigmatic Mari, join their ranks, sharing the burden of defending Earth.

These four young individuals pilot colossal Eva machines, engaging in desperate combat against the Angels. The story follows their struggles as they maneuver these powerful mechs, fighting to avert a global catastrophe. The fate of mankind rests on their shoulders as they confront the relentless onslaught from the heavens, striving to save humanity from utter destruction.

Credits & cast

Studio
Studio Khara
Story
Hideaki Anno
Script
Hideaki Anno
Voice
Megumi Hayashibara as Rei Ayanami
Voice
Megumi Ogata as Shinji Ikari
Voice
Yuuko Miyamura as Asuka Langley Souryuu
Voice
Kotono Mitsuishi as Misato Katsuragi

Where to watch Evangelion: 2.0 You Can (Not) Advance

Streaming services that list it. Availability changes by country.

Evangelion: 2.0 You Can (Not) Advance colour palette

The main colours across the whole film, by share of the picture.

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Colour script

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Where Evangelion: 2.0 You Can (Not) Advance happens

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Evangelion: 2.0 You Can (Not) Advance background art

Frames with no characters in them: the places, as painted.

Evangelion: 2.0 You Can (Not) Advance background art — On a road next to a; A futuristic city at sunset; military base and forest; on a red surface; a dimly lit, warm-toned room; A futuristic control panel

Anime like Evangelion: 2.0 You Can (Not) Advance

Recommended by fans who watched Evangelion: 2.0 You Can (Not) Advance, most votes first.

  1. 1

    Attack on Titan 2013

    2 fan votes · Shared: Drama · Suspense

  2. 2

    Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie Part 2: Eternal 2012

    2 fan votes · Shared: Drama · Psychological · Suspense

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Questions about Evangelion: 2.0 You Can (Not) Advance

Who made Evangelion: 2.0 You Can (Not) Advance?

Evangelion: 2.0 You Can (Not) Advance (2009) was animated by Studio Khara, from a script by Hideaki Anno.

Where can I watch Evangelion: 2.0 You Can (Not) Advance?

Amazon Prime Video list Evangelion: 2.0 You Can (Not) Advance. Availability changes by country.

What anime are like Evangelion: 2.0 You Can (Not) Advance?

Fans most often recommend Attack on Titan, Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie Part 2: Eternal. In look: Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX, the Garden of sinners Chapter 4: garan-no-dou. (The Hollow Shrine), Garo: The Animation.

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Animation reference

Frames and loops from Evangelion: 2.0 You Can (Not) Advance (2009) © Studio Khara, shown at reduced size as reference for study and commentary. Rights questions: copyright@framethrower.ai.