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Neon Genesis Evangelion 1995

“Mankind's greatest fear is mankind itself.”

★ 8.6/10 · 2,121 votes TV-14 Sci-Fi & FantasyAnimationDrama 1 seasons · 26 eps Ended
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What is Neon Genesis Evangelion?

Neon Genesis Evangelion is a Japanese anime television series created by Hideaki Anno and produced by Gainax and Tatsunoko Production. The series originally aired from 1995 to 1996.

Type
TV series
Year
1995
Status
Ended
Episodes
26
Runtime
25 minutes
First aired
Oct 4, 1995
Last aired
Mar 27, 1996
Original language
JA
Origin
JP
Networks
TV Tokyo
Genres
Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Animation, Drama
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Neon Genesis Evangelion is a Japanese anime television series created by Hideaki Anno and produced by Gainax and Tatsunoko Production. The series originally aired from 1995 to 1996. Set in a post-apocalyptic future, the story follows Shinji Ikari, a reluctant teenager who is called upon by his estranged father to pilot a bio-mechanical weapon known as an Evangelion. These machines are humanity's primary defense against monstrous beings called Angels, who seek to wipe out the human race. Shinji joins the mysterious organization NERV, where he works alongside other young pilots including Rei and Asuka to protect what remains of civilization. The series explores themes of existentialism, identity, and human connection through its complex characters and symbolic narrative. It was written and directed by Hideaki Anno and became widely recognized for its psychological depth and innovative animation. The show has since been made available on streaming platforms such as Netflix and Prime Video.

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“Teen pilots giant bio-mechanical suits to defend humanity from cosmic invaders.”

Reasons to watch
  • Groundbreaking animation and mecha design
  • Complex character development and emotional depth
  • Influential storytelling that redefined anime
Keep in mind
  • Dense lore and philosophical themes may alienate some viewers
  • Abrupt ending divides audiences

You enjoy mecha anime with deep psychological and existential themes.

Contains intense violence, existential themes, and psychological distress suitable for mature teens and adults.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Evangelion suitable for children?

No, the series contains intense themes and violence more suitable for teens and adults.

What makes Evangelion different from other mecha anime?

It focuses heavily on the psychological states of its characters and explores deep philosophical questions.

How many episodes are in the original series?

The original series aired from 1995 to 1996.

Who created Evangelion?

It was created by Hideaki Anno and produced by Gainax and Tatsunoko Production.

Is there more content after the original series?

Yes, there are films and a remake series titled Rebuild of Evangelion.