Neon Genesis Evangelion

新世紀エヴァンゲリオン

At the turn of the century, the Angels returned to Earth, seeking to wipe out humanity in an apocalyptic fury. Devastated, mankind's last remnants moved underground to wait for the day when the Angels would come back to…

1995–1996 25 min 1 Seasons 26 Episodes

Mankind's greatest fear is mankind itself.

★ 8.6 / 10 2,108 ratings
Sci-Fi & FantasyAnimationDrama
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Neon Genesis Evangelion

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Synopsis

At the turn of the century, the Angels returned to Earth, seeking to wipe out humanity in an apocalyptic fury. Devastated, mankind's last remnants moved underground to wait for the day when the Angels would come back to finish the job. Fifteen years later, that day has come... but this time, humanity is ready to fight back with terrifying bio-mechanical weapons known as the Evangelions. Watch as Shinji, Rei, Asuka and the rest of the mysterious shadow agency Nerv battle to save earth from total annihilation.

About

Neon Genesis Evangelion premiered on October 4, 1995. It falls under the Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Animation, Drama genres. The series has aired across 1 season and 26 episodes. with each episode running approximately 25 minutes. It airs on TV Tokyo. and concluded its run on March 27, 1996.

Why viewers enjoy Neon Genesis Evangelion

Neon Genesis Evangelion targets fans of Sci-Fi & Fantasy anime, especially viewers who appreciate stories that blend Animation, Drama elements. This combination of Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Animation, Drama sets the show's pacing and tone, and explains why it resonates with that specific audience over more general animated programming.

Production

Neon Genesis Evangelion was animated by GAINAX, TV Tokyo, NAS, and broadcast on TV Tokyo.

Critical reception

Neon Genesis Evangelion holds a rating of 8.6 out of 10 based on 2,108 user reviews on TMDB, placing it among the highest-rated anime tracked on the platform.

Themes & motifs

Recurring motifs and themes throughout Neon Genesis Evangelion include: angel, depression, symbolism, affectation, loss, love, mecha, giant robot. These threads anchor the show's narrative direction and offer a reliable indicator of the kind of viewing experience it delivers.

Voice cast

  • Megumi Ogata

    Megumi Ogata

  • Kotono Mitsuishi

    Kotono Mitsuishi

  • Megumi Hayashibara

    Megumi Hayashibara

  • Yuko Miyamura

    Yuko Miyamura

  • Yuriko Yamaguchi

    Yuriko Yamaguchi

  • Fumihiko Tachiki

    Fumihiko Tachiki

  • Motomu Kiyokawa

    Motomu Kiyokawa

  • Miki Nagasawa

    Miki Nagasawa

  • Hiro Yuuki

    Hiro Yuuki

  • Tomokazu Seki

    Tomokazu Seki

Production credits

Direction
Kazuya Tsurumaki · Masayuki · Hideaki Anno
Writing
Akio Satsukawa · Yoji Enokido · Hiroshi Yamaguchi

Release dates

Premiered

October 4, 1995

Last aired

March 27, 1996

Seasons & episodes

Season 1 poster

Season1

October 4, 1995·26episodes

No description available for this season.

Themes & topics

Keywords associated with this title by the community.

  • angel
  • depression
  • symbolism
  • affectation
  • loss
  • love
  • mecha
  • giant robot
  • piloted robot
  • cyberpunk
  • self love
  • self-loathing
  • alien attack
  • disturbed
  • anime
  • reflective
  • psychological
  • science fiction

Network

TV Tokyo

Frequently asked questions

When did Neon Genesis Evangelion premiere?

Neon Genesis Evangelion premiered on October 4, 1995.

How many seasons does Neon Genesis Evangelion have?

Neon Genesis Evangelion has 1 season and 26 episodes in total.

What genre is Neon Genesis Evangelion?

Neon Genesis Evangelion is classified under Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Animation, Drama.

What networks did Neon Genesis Evangelion air on?

Neon Genesis Evangelion aired on TV Tokyo.

Is Neon Genesis Evangelion finished?

Yes, Neon Genesis Evangelion concluded its run on March 27, 1996.

How long is each episode of Neon Genesis Evangelion?

Each episode of Neon Genesis Evangelion runs for approximately 25 minutes.

Where is Neon Genesis Evangelion from?

Neon Genesis Evangelion is a Japanese anime production.

What is the TMDB rating of Neon Genesis Evangelion?

Neon Genesis Evangelion holds a rating of 8.6 out of 10 on TMDB based on community reviews.