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Neon Genesis Evangelion: The End of Evangelion (1997)

Japanese · Animation / Science Fiction · 87 min
★ 8.3 Solid 1,958 ratings
▸ Must watch
Released 19 Jul 1997 1997
Page updated 2026-09-20

Neon Genesis Evangelion: The End of Evangelion is streaming in Japan on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus.

The verdict

Neon Genesis Evangelion: The End of Evangelion ranks near the top of the current Japanese film crop. It carries an 8.3/10 on TMDB across 1,958 ratings — comfortably clear of the pack. It keeps things short at 87 minutes — no heavy commitment required. In Japan you can stream it on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus.

Should you spend 87 minutes on it?

87 minutes of Japanese animation, leaning science fiction. Tight enough that it's an easy yes if you're undecided.

Why
Currently 8.3/10 from 1,958 ratings, which is a good sign this early.
Skip if
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Story

SEELE orders an all-out attack on NERV, aiming to destroy the Evas before Gendo can advance his own plans for the Human Instrumentality Project. Shinji is pushed to the limits of his sanity as he is forced to decide the fate of humanity.

Good to know

Runtime1h 27m — short
GenreAnimation / Science Fiction
LanguageJapanese
Best screenStream at home

Director

Hideaki Anno

Cast

Megumi Ogata
Megumi Ogata
Shinji Ikari (voice)
Megumi Hayashibara
Megumi Hayashibara
Rei Ayanami / Yui Ikari (voice)
Kotono Mitsuishi
Kotono Mitsuishi
Misato Katsuragi (voice)
Yuko Miyamura
Yuko Miyamura
Asuka Langley Soryu (voice)
Fumihiko Tachiki
Fumihiko Tachiki
Gendo Ikari (voice)
Miki Nagasawa
Miki Nagasawa
Maya Ibuki (voice)

Where to watch in Japan

NetflixAmazon Prime VideoDisney PlusHulu

Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.

Rent or buy
Amazon VideoGoogle Play Movies

Availability as of 2026-09-20 — platforms may change over time.

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Frequently asked

Is Neon Genesis Evangelion: The End of Evangelion worth watching?
Must watch. It rates 8.3/10 on audience ratings. 87 minutes of Japanese animation, leaning science fiction. Tight enough that it's an easy yes if you're undecided.
Where can I watch Neon Genesis Evangelion: The End of Evangelion?
You can stream Neon Genesis Evangelion: The End of Evangelion in Japan on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus, Hulu.
When is Neon Genesis Evangelion: The End of Evangelion coming to streaming?
Neon Genesis Evangelion: The End of Evangelion is already streaming in Japan on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus, Hulu.
What language is Neon Genesis Evangelion: The End of Evangelion in?
Neon Genesis Evangelion: The End of Evangelion is a Japanese film (Animation / Science Fiction).
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