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10/04/1995 - 03/27/1996 Finished

Shinseiki Evangelion (新世紀エヴァンゲリオン)

Also known as: Neon Genesis Evangelion

Fifteen years after a cataclysmic event known as the Second Impact, the world faces a new threat: monstrous celestial beings called Angels invade Tokyo-3 one by one. Mankind is unable to defend themselves against the Angels despite utilizing their most advanced munitions and military tactics. The only hope for human salvation rests in the hands of NERV, a mysterious organization led by the cold Gendou Ikari. NERV operates giant humanoid robots dubbed "Evangelions" to combat the Angels with state-of-the-art advanced weaponry and protective barriers known as Absolute Terror Fields. Years after being abandoned by his father, Shinji Ikari, Gendou's 14-year-old son, returns to Tokyo-3. Shinji undergoes a perpetual internal battle against the deeply buried trauma caused by the loss of his mother and the emotional neglect he suffered at the hands of his father. Terrified to open himself up to another, Shinji's life is forever changed upon meeting 29-year-old Misato Katsuragi, a high-ranking NERV officer who shows him a free-spirited maternal kindness he has never experienced. A devastating Angel attack forces Shinji into action as Gendou reveals his true motive for inviting his son back to Tokyo-3: Shinji is the only child capable of efficiently piloting Evangelion Unit-01, a new robot that synchronizes with his biometrics. Despite the brutal psychological trauma brought about by piloting an Evangelion, Shinji defends Tokyo-3 against the angelic threat, oblivious to his father's dark machinations. [Written by MAL Rewrite]

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Total episodes

26

Canon episodes

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Filler episodes

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Canon episodes · 26 Filler episodes · 0

Every season

Seasons and sequels

Single Season

Currently, Shinseiki Evangelion has no sequels, prequels, or registered spin-offs. This is the complete story available at the moment.

What to watch, what to skip

Watch order: filler vs canon

You're in luck! Shinseiki Evangelion doesn't have a single filler episode: all 26 episodes are canon. It's a faithful adaptation of the original manga, so you can enjoy it from first to last without skipping anything or checking any list of expendable episodes.

The 26 episodes of Shinseiki Evangelion aired in 1995–1996 and follow the story's chronological order. There are no transition episodes, no needless recaps, no arcs invented by the studio: every chapter advances the main plot and develops the characters just as the source material does.

In short, the watch order for Shinseiki Evangelion is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 26 without detours. If you came looking for which Shinseiki Evangelion episodes are filler so you could skip them, the answer is that there aren't any.


Episode by episode

Complete guide by season

26 Episodes

List of Shinseiki Evangelion episodes with number, title, air date and whether they are canon or filler.
# Episodes Type
1Angel Attack10/04/1995 Canon
2The Beast10/11/1995 Canon
3A Transfer10/18/1995 Canon
4Hedgehog's Dilemma10/25/1995 Canon
5Rei I11/01/1995 Canon
6Rei II11/08/1995 Canon
7A Human Work11/15/1995 Canon
8Asuka Strikes!11/22/1995 Canon
9Both of You, Dance Like You Want to Win!11/29/1995 Canon
10Magma Diver12/06/1995 Canon
11The Day Tokyo-3 Stood Still12/13/1995 Canon
12She said, 'Don't make others suffer for your personal hatred.'12/20/1995 Canon
13Lilliputian Hitcher12/27/1995 Canon
14Weaving a Story01/03/1996 Canon
15Those women longed for the touch of others' lips, and thus invited their kisses.01/10/1996 Canon
16Splitting of the Breast01/17/1996 Canon
17Fourth Child01/24/1996 Canon
18Ambivalence01/31/1996 Canon
19Introjection02/07/1996 Canon
20WEAVING A STORY 2: oral stage02/14/1996 Canon
21He was aware that he was still a child.02/21/1996 Canon
22Don't Be.02/28/1996 Canon
23Rei III03/06/1996 Canon
24The Beginning and the End, or 'Knockin' on Heaven's Door'03/13/1996 Canon
25Do you love me?03/20/1996 Canon
26Take care of yourself.03/27/1996 Canon

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions

How many seasons does Shinseiki Evangelion have?

Shinseiki Evangelion has a total of 1 season. The series is completed. Each season is divided into multiple episodes with stories that advance the main plot of the anime.

How many episodes does Shinseiki Evangelion have?

In total, Shinseiki Evangelion has 26 episodes in its only season. You can consult the complete episodes table to see the breakdown by season.

What is the best order to watch Shinseiki Evangelion?

It is recommended to watch Shinseiki Evangelion in chronological broadcast order. This means starting from season 1 and continuing sequentially to the last season. Check our watch order guide which includes information about filler vs canon episodes for an optimal experience.

Where can I watch Shinseiki Evangelion online?

Shinseiki Evangelion is available on the following streaming platforms: Netflix. Check the platforms section at the top of this page to access where you can watch the anime. Please note that availability may vary depending on your geographic region.

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Is Shinseiki Evangelion a complete anime?

Yes, Shinseiki Evangelion is a completed anime. All seasons have already aired and you can enjoy the series in its entirety without waiting for new episodes.

How much filler does Shinseiki Evangelion have?

No, Shinseiki Evangelion does not have filler episodes. All its episodes are canon and faithfully follow the original manga story, so you can watch all episodes without worrying about skipping anything.

Where can I see Shinseiki Evangelion's score and reviews on MyAnimeList?

You can check the score, reviews, characters and statistics for Shinseiki Evangelion directly on MyAnimeList, the world's largest anime database. There you'll find the community rating, global ranking and opinions from other fans.