---
title: "Neon Genesis Evangelion: The End of Evangelion"
year: 1997
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/neon-genesis-evangelion-the-end-of-evangelion-1997"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 18491
imdb_id: "tt0169858"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 87
community_rating: 8.3
vote_count: 1886
content_rating: "NR"
---

# Neon Genesis Evangelion: The End of Evangelion (1997) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/neon-genesis-evangelion-the-end-of-evangelion-1997

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Neon Genesis Evangelion: The End of Evangelion is a 1997 film that is part of the Neon Genesis Evangelion series. The film is classified as animation, science fiction, drama, fantasy, and action. It has a runtime of 1 hour and 27 minutes and is rated R. The story involves an attack on NERV, which is the organization that Shinji is a part of. SEELE orders this attack in an effort to destroy the Evas before Gendo can advance his own plans. Shinji is pushed to the limits of his sanity as he is forced to decide the fate of humanity. The film has been released on DVD, including a 2002 release by Manga Entertainment, and is available to stream. It has been reviewed and discussed on various platforms, including IMDb, Letterboxd, and Anime News Network.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Humanity faces total annihilation as NERV defends against a final, desperate assault."

### Why Watch
- high-stakes narrative
- intense character development

### Caveats & Content Note
- intense psychological themes
- disturbing imagery
- Tone & Suitability: This film contains intense psychological themes and depictions of extreme distress.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: intense, psychological, apocalyptic, surreal

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Kazuya Tsurumaki, Hideaki Anno
- **Networks / Studios**: GAINAX, movic, Star Child Recording

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Megumi Ogata** as *Shinji Ikari (voice)*
- **Megumi Hayashibara** as *Rei Ayanami / Yui Ikari (voice)*
- **Kotono Mitsuishi** as *Misato Katsuragi (voice)*
- **Yuko Miyamura** as *Asuka Langley Soryu (voice)*
- **Fumihiko Tachiki** as *Gendo Ikari (voice)*
- **Miki Nagasawa** as *Maya Ibuki (voice)*
- **Takehito Koyasu** as *Shigeru Aoba (voice)*
- **Hiro Yuuki** as *Makoto Hyouga (voice)*
- **Yuriko Yamaguchi** as *Ritsuko Akagi (voice)*
- **Motomu Kiyokawa** as *Kozo Fuyutsuki (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Is this a sequel?
It serves as a conclusion to the original television series.

### Q: What is the Human Instrumentality Project?
It is a central plot point involving the fate of humanity.

### Q: Who is the protagonist?
The story focuses on Shinji as he faces a critical decision.

### Q: What is the main conflict?
SEELE launches an attack on NERV to prevent Gendo's plans.

### Q: Is it suitable for children?
The film features complex and intense themes intended for mature audiences.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Neon Genesis Evangelion: The End of Evangelion — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/18491)
- [Neon Genesis Evangelion: The End of Evangelion (1997) - IMDb](http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0169858/)
- [‎Neon Genesis Evangelion: The End of Evangelion (1997) directed …](https://letterboxd.com/film/neon-genesis-evangelion-the-end-of-evangelion/)
- [Neon Genesis Evangelion: The End of Evangelion (1997) - Criticke…](https://www.criticker.com/film/Neon-Genesis-Evangelion-The-End/)
- [Neon Genesis Evangelion: The End of Evangelion (movie) - Anime N…](http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/anime.php?id=419)
- [Neon Genesis Evangelion: The End of Evangelion | это... Что тако…](http://dic.academic.ru/dic.nsf/ruwiki/607672)

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