: Set in 2015, fifteen years after a global cataclysm known as the Second Impact , humanity faces attacks from mysterious beings called Angels . The only defense is the Evangelion , massive bio-machines piloted by teenagers. 👤 Key Characters

Shin Seiki Evangerion , known internationally as , is a seminal psychological mecha anime series produced by Studio Gainax and directed by Hideaki Anno . The title literally translates to " Gospel of the New Century ". It is widely regarded as one of the most influential and critically acclaimed anime series of all time. 📽️ Core Series Overview Original Run : March 27, 1996. Format : 26 television episodes. Genre : Mecha, Post-Apocalyptic, Psychological Drama.