Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time 2021

Overview

Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time is a 2021 animated film that serves as the conclusion to the Evangelion series. The story begins in the aftermath of the Fourth Impact, a catastrophic event that has left the planet Earth in ruins. Following this disaster, the characters Shinji, Asuka, and Rei are left stranded and without access to their Evangelions. The three protagonists find refuge within one of the few remaining pockets of humanity that still exist on the devastated world. In this setting, they attempt to live lives that are significantly different from the experiences they had while serving as Evangelion pilots. Despite this period of relative stability, the danger to the world remains present. The narrative reveals that a new impact is looming on the horizon, threatening the survival of what remains of civilization. This impending event is described as the true end of Evangelion, bringing the overarching conflict to its final resolution as the characters face the ultimate threat to their world.