Neon Genesis Evangelion: The End of Evangelion, known in Japanese as 新世紀エヴァンゲリオン劇場版 Air/まごころを、君に, is an anime film released in July 1997 and remains one of the most discussed works in the Evangelion franchise. This article compiles streaming services where the film is available, explains the structure of the classic theatrical releases, and includes cast information.

Streaming Services Offering Air/まごころを、君に

The film is currently available for unlimited viewing on several platforms in Japan, including:

• DMM TV – Unlimited viewing, 550 yen/month, 14-day free trial (550 points for first-time registration)
• U-NEXT – Unlimited viewing, 2,189 yen/month, 31-day free trial (600 points for first-time registration)
• Amazon Prime Video – Unlimited viewing for Prime members, plans from 600 yen/month, 30-day free trial
• Netflix – Unlimited viewing, plans from 890 yen/month (no free trial)
• Hulu – Unlimited viewing, 1,026 yen/month (no free trial)
• Lemino – Unlimited viewing, 1,540 yen/month, first month free
• dアニメストア – Unlimited viewing, 660 yen/month, first month free
• Disney+ – Unlimited viewing, plans from 1,250 yen/month (no free trial)
• FOD – Unlimited viewing, plans from 976 yen/month (no free trial)
• TELASA – Rental by title, 990 yen/month (no free trial)
• TSUTAYA DISCAS – DVD rental, 2,200 yen/month, 30-day free trial

Note: The information above applies only to the 1997 version of Air/まごころを、君に, which is different from the 1998 compilation version DEATH(TRUE)²/Air/まごころを、君に.

Recommended Services for Unlimited Viewing

DMM TV

DMM TV is one of the most cost-effective options at just 550 yen/month (tax included), with a 14-day free trial. In addition to Air/まごころを、君に, viewers can watch the Evangelion TV series, the classic film EVANGELION:DEATH(TRUE)², and the Rebuild films in one place, making it suitable for those who want to follow the whole series.

U-NEXT

U-NEXT offers a long 31-day free trial. Although its monthly fee is higher at 2,189 yen, first-time users receive 600 points, and members receive 1,200 points every month thereafter, which can be used for movie rentals or e-book purchases.

Amazon Prime Video

If you are already an Amazon Prime member, you can watch the film immediately at no additional cost. Plans start at 600 yen/month or 5,900 yen/year, with a 30-day free trial.

How Air/まごころを、君に Relates to シト新生 (Shito Shinsei)

The classic Evangelion film line consists of multiple films released in sequence, which can make the viewing order confusing. The table below summarizes the full structure of the classic theatrical releases.

• March 1997 – 新世紀エヴァンゲリオン劇場版 シト新生 (DEATH + REBIRTH): The “DEATH” section is a re-edit of TV Episodes 1-24, while “REBIRTH” presents the first part of Episode 25, “Air,” in advance.
• July 1997 – 新世紀エヴァンゲリオン劇場版 Air/まごころを、君に: The complete version of Episode 25, “Air,” plus Episode 26, “まごころを、君に” – the conclusion of the classic film line.
• March 1998 – DEATH(TRUE)²/Air/まごころを、君に (REVIVAL OF EVANGELION): A compilation release combining DEATH(TRUE)², a re-edited version of DEATH, with Air/まごころを、君に into a single work.

For viewers following the classic line through streaming services, the recommended order is: the 26-episode TV series → EVANGELION:DEATH(TRUE)² → Air/まごころを、君に. The latter two are enough to follow the classic story through to its conclusion.

Those who want to watch in original release order or complete every title should also add the 1997 film シト新生 to the list.

What Is DEATH(TRUE)²/Air/まごころを、君に?

The 1998 compilation film released under the title REVIVAL OF EVANGELION consists of two parts: DEATH(TRUE)², a re-edited version of the “DEATH” section from シト新生 without the REBIRTH section, and the original 1997 Air/まごころを、君に, combined into one film. Most streaming services list them separately as EVANGELION:DEATH(TRUE)² and Air/まごころを、君に.

Synopsis of Air/まごころを、君に

In the “Air” section, the Strategic Self-Defense Force attacks NERV headquarters amid massive losses. Asuka faces the mass-production Evangelion units (量産型エヴァ) in a fierce battle.

Later, in “まごころを、君に,” SEELE activates the Human Instrumentality Project (人類補完計画). Shinji faces the most important decision of his life amid events that shocked audiences around the world. The film has been intense and controversial since its theatrical release.

Cast and Characters

The film uses the same main voice cast as the TV series:

• Shinji Ikari – Megumi Ogata (緒方恵美)
• Rei Ayanami – Megumi Hayashibara (林原めぐみ)
• Asuka Soryu Langley – Yuko Miyamura (宮村優子)
• Misato Katsuragi – Kotono Mitsuishi (三石琴乃)
• Kaworu Nagisa – Akira Ishida (石田彰)
• Gendo Ikari – Fumihiko Tachiki (立木文彦)
• Ritsuko Akagi – Yuriko Yamaguchi (山口由里子)

Recommended Evangelion Viewing Order

The Evangelion franchise is broadly divided into two lines: the classic series (TV series + classic theatrical releases) and the Rebuild films (新劇場版). For those who want to complete the classic line, the recommended order is:

• The 26-episode Neon Genesis Evangelion TV series
• EVANGELION:DEATH(TRUE)²
• 新世紀エヴァンゲリオン劇場版 Air/まごころを、君に

After finishing the classic series, viewers can move on to the Rebuild films if they wish.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Air/まごころを、君に and THE END OF EVANGELION the same film?

Yes. THE END OF EVANGELION is the English title used for international releases. It is the same film as 新世紀エヴァンゲリオン劇場版 Air/まごころを、君に.

Is Air/まごころを、君に a sequel to シト新生?

Not directly. It is a complete remake of Episode 25, “Air,” together with Episode 26, “まごころを、君に,” serving as the conclusion to the classic theatrical line. The “REBIRTH” section in シト新生 only previews the first part of Episode 25.

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Source: aniani