GKIDS Announces NEON GENESIS EVANGELION: ULTIMATE EDITION SET For Blu-Ray Debut This December!

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GKIDS, producers of and distributors of animation for adults and kids alike, today announced a brand new box set of legendary anime series Neon Genesis Evangelion. The franchise, which just saw the western release of it’s latest film, will see a physical box set for the first time on bluray, and the first time in several years in the west. Available for pre-order now, the set comes with the original show and lots of extras!

Created by Hideki Anno, Neon Genesis Evangelion debuted in 1995, and follows the teenage pilots of strange mecha called Evangelion, whom fight unknown alien life forms called Angels, years after a cataclysmic worldwide event. The show quickly became both a domestic and international hit, with several films and accompanying media.

This release comes with the original 26 episode series, NEON GENESIS EVANGELION, as well as the films EVANGELION:DEATH (TRUE)² and THE END OF EVANGELION. Along with the official dubbed and subtitled versions of the show, an additional set of discs contains the Classic Dub and Subtitled versions for the series, as well as included films! The set is cased in limited edition box art, based on an infamous Japanese Laserdisc release, along with art boards based on that artwork, a 156-page book with art, history and photos of the series, a reproduction NERV ID Card and Lanyard, and a resin paperweight based on Sachiel, the 3rd Angel.

Unfortunately, Fly Me to the Moon, however, remains removed from the show.

Check out the trailer and read the full press release below, and head over to GKIDS to get your limited edition Neon Genesis Evangelion box set!

NEW YORK (August 19, 2021) – GKIDS, the acclaimed producer and distributor of animation for adult and family audiences, announced it will issue the critically-acclaimed NEON GENESIS EVANGELION in an expansive, limited-run Ultimate Edition. The Ultimate Edition set includes the original twenty-six episode television series, NEON GENESIS EVANGELION, as well as the films EVANGELION:DEATH (TRUE)2 and THE END OF EVANGELION, marking the first time NEON GENESIS EVANGELION will be available on Blu-ray in North America. Strictly limited to 5,000 copies for North America, the NEON GENESIS EVANGELION: Ultimate Edition will be sold exclusively through the GKIDS Store (with a limit of 1 per customer), and is now available for pre-order at GKIDS.com/EVANGELION

 

The NEON GENESIS EVANGELION: Ultimate Edition was created by fans as the definitive celebration of one of the most important and influential anime series of all time, featuring exclusive artwork, merch, a 156-page book, and over 7 hours of bonus features. Spread over 11 discs, this set contains the Official Dub and Subtitled versions, and bonus Classic Dub and Subtitled versions.

 

For fans in the United Kingdom, the NEON GENESIS EVANGELION Ultimate edition is distributed by Anime Ltd. For more information, please visit evangelion.alltheanime.com. Fans, collectors, and new audiences alike can look forward to August 30th, 2021 for information on forthcoming editions.

 

GKIDS previously announced that it had acquired North American theatrical, home video, and EST rights to the critically-acclaimed masterwork. Created by Hideaki ANNO, the NEON GENESIS EVANGELION television series is considered one of the most influential animated series of all time. Since its 1995 premiere in Japan, the story of teenager Shinji Ikari has remained one of the most iconic titles in animation history, and a global pop culture phenomenon.

 

NEON GENESIS EVANGELION: Ultimate Edition

 

NEON GENESIS EVANGELION Ultimate Edition Details

 

Limited Edition Artwork

 

The Ultimate Edition is encased in a premium-quality rigid-board shoulder box featuring artwork never before released in North America. These renderings of Asuka and Rei were previously featured on the Japanese LaserDisc release, and are further accented with a hi-build UV treatment on the title and characters, with micromotion on the LCL around Rei. The set also includes two sturdy fold-out disc carriers featuring LaserDisc artwork of Shinji & Gendo on one with Misato & Kaji on the other.

 

Bonus Classic Dub and Subtitled Versions

 

In addition to the Official Dub and Subtitled versions, there is an extra set of discs including the bonus Classic Dub and Subtitled versions for the twenty-six episode series, as well as the films EVANGELION:DEATH (TRUE)2 and THE END OF EVANGELION.

 

156-Page Book

 

A perfect-bound 156-page book collects promotional posters and artwork, a glossary of Angels and EVA units, a timeline of key moments in the release of NEON GENESIS EVANGELION, full credit lists for each episode, detailed surveys of all 26 NEON GENESIS EVANGELION episodes, and more.

 

Art Boards

 

Eleven double-sided 12×12” art boards are a high-quality replication of the full character-based artwork from the famed Japanese LaserDisc release. Printed on sturdy cardstock, these art boards are ready for wall display or additional framing.

 

Sachiel Resin Paperweight

 

A limited edition resin paperweight modeled on Sachiel, the 3rd Angel. Sachiel is the first Angel to appear in NEON GENESIS EVANGELION and emerges from the sea in EPISODE:1 ANGEL ATTACK. This paperweight was created exclusively for the Ultimate Edition.

 

*Please note, the paper weight in the packshot is a sample image. 

 

NERV ID Card with Lanyard

 

Recreated from its appearance in NEON GENESIS EVANGELION, this double-sided guest ID Card features the NERV organization logo and includes a reusable 450mm lanyard adorned with the Magi System’s signature “EMERGENCY” indicators. This ID Card and lanyard are created exclusively for the Ultimate Edition.

 

SYNOPSIS

 

In 2015, Tokyo-3 is under attack from “Angels,” extraordinary beings that possess various special abilities. Multipurpose Humanoid Decisive Weapon, Evangelion is the only method to counter these Angels, and Shinji Ikari is chosen as its pilot. The battle for the fate of humankind has begun. Exactly what are the Angels? What is destined for the young pilots? And what will become of humanity?

 

Presented on Blu-ray for the first time in North America, this groundbreaking, action-packed series from creator Hideaki ANNO has been hailed as one of the most important anime series of all time – a remarkable fusion of genres, and a powerful examination of the relationship between man and machine.