Neon Genesis Evangelion

tv show

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26 total episodes

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1 seasons

Mankind's greatest fear is mankind itself.

First Aired October 04, 1995

Overview

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.

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The Beginning and the End, or 'Knockin' on Heaven's Door'

Season 1 - Episode 24 - 0h 25m

Air Date

March 13, 1996

Overview

Too frightened to face Misato or Rei, Shinji runs away yet again, only to meet and strike a friendship with Kaworu Nagisa, the replacement pilot for EVA-02. Kaworu's openness and friendliness provide much-needed comfort for the disturbed Shinji. However, suspicions abound over Kaworu's incredible synchronization abilities.