When did Neon Genesis Evangelion begin broadcasting on TV Tokyo?
Neon Genesis Evangelion began broadcasting on TV Tokyo on the 27th of October 1995. The series ran until 1996 and changed the landscape of animation forever.
Common questions about Neon Genesis Evangelion
Short answers, pulled from the story.
Who created Neon Genesis Evangelion and what was their mental state during production?
Hideaki Anno created Neon Genesis Evangelion while suffering from severe depression during the production of the series. He conceived the show as a metaphor for his four-year depression and identified with the protagonist Shinji in both conscious and unconscious ways.
What is the significance of Rei Ayanami in Neon Genesis Evangelion?
Rei Ayanami is a clone made from the salvaged remains of Yui Ikari, the mother of pilot Shinji Ikari. She is described as a schizophrenic character representing Shinji's unconscious and is considered Anno's deepest part.
How did Neon Genesis Evangelion impact the anime industry and Japanese popular culture?
Neon Genesis Evangelion revitalized the anime industry during a slump period and raised the standard for high-quality Japanese animation. The series influenced subsequent anime productions, video games, and music artists while establishing a massive merchandising franchise exceeding $400 million within two years.
What films were released to provide an ending for Neon Genesis Evangelion?
Hideaki Anno and Gainax released two animated feature films in 1997 named Death & Rebirth and The End of Evangelion to provide a new ending for the show. The Rebuild of Evangelion film series followed, with the final film titled Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time released on the 8th of March 2021.
When did Netflix acquire the worldwide streaming rights to Neon Genesis Evangelion?
Netflix announced on the 26th of November 2018 that it had acquired the worldwide streaming rights to the original anime series and related films. The titles premiered on the 21st of June 2019 with a new English-language cast chosen by Studio Khara.