Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time

After the Fourth Impact, Shinji, Asuka, and Rei find themselves on a scarred Earth, cut off from the Evangelions that once defined them. In the ruins, each has carved out a different life, clinging to fragile pockets of normalcy away from the old battles. The trio discovers a rare human enclave and tries to live with the weight of their past, unsure what salvation means now that their former roles no longer apply. A looming threat presses in, threatening to erase what remains of their fragile world. Quiet moments of memory surface, shaping how they relate to one another as they try to redefine loyalty and purpose. Behind them the world whispers that danger is never truly gone.

Directed by Katsuichi Nakayama, Kazuya Tsurumaki, Mahiro Maeda, and Hideaki Anno, the film sits as the latest entry in the Rebuild of Evangelion project and a bold reimagining of Neon Genesis Evangelion. It preserves the series' provocative tone while pushing its visuals, themes, and character dynamics into new territory. It simultaneously tests the crew's ingenuity under pressure and the weight of a storied legacy.

It grossed 93,882,453 worldwide on a budget of 29,700,000, underscoring its broad appeal and the appetite for a conclusive entry in the franchise, drawing fans from around the world to experience the finale on the big screen.

Its bold visuals and the finale's reconfiguration of familiar icons sparked broad conversations in anime communities and beyond. The film shaped how fans think about identity and fate, and its imagery has lingered in fan art, discussions, and online debates across platforms.

Critics praised the ambitious scope and emotional weight, while some found the pacing uneven and the payoff open to interpretation. The film centers memory, guilt, and responsibility, asking whether healing is possible in a world that still bears scars. It leaves room for multiple readings but gives a sense of hard won resolution.