Neon Genesis Evangelion (1995)
Anime series · 26 episodes · Gainax · Tatsunoko Production · directed by Hideaki Anno
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Studio Gainax and Tatsunoko Production's 1995 series, directed by Hideaki Anno, is a psychological sci-fi mecha drama. In a dystopian future, humanity battles monstrous Angels using giant Evangelion units piloted by troubled teenagers, including Shinji Ikari. The narrative explores themes of philosophy, coming-of-age, and the psychological toll of conflict.
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The story
In the year 2015, humanity faces a dire threat from powerful alien entities known as Angels, which have reappeared in Tokyo. The special United Nations agency NERV deploys humanoid fighting machines called Evangelion units as the sole defense against these colossal invaders. However, only a select group of fourteen-year-old teenagers, born nine months after the Angels' initial appearance, possess the unique ability to pilot these crucial weapons.
Shinji Ikari, whose father leads the NERV team responsible for the Evangelions, is one such teenager. He is thrust into the pilot's seat, forced to confront the Angels in battles he struggles to comprehend. The story follows Shinji and the other young pilots as they grapple with the immense responsibility and psychological burden of fighting for humanity's survival, risking everything in the process. Later releases feature "Director's Cut" versions of episodes 21-24, incorporating additional scenes.
Credits & cast
- Studio
- Gainax · Tatsunoko Production
- Director
- Hideaki Anno
- Character design
- Yoshiyuki Sadamoto
- 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 Neon Genesis Evangelion
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Neon Genesis Evangelion colour palette
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Questions about Neon Genesis Evangelion
Who made Neon Genesis Evangelion?
Neon Genesis Evangelion (1995) was animated by Gainax · Tatsunoko Production and directed by Hideaki Anno.
Where can I watch Neon Genesis Evangelion?
Netflix and Criterion Channel list Neon Genesis Evangelion. Availability changes by country.
What anime are like Neon Genesis Evangelion?
Fans most often recommend Puella Magi Madoka Magica, Serial Experiments Lain, DARLING in the FRANXX, RahXephon. In look: Nadia: The Secret of Blue Water - The Motion Picture, Gurren Lagann, Gunbuster.
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