Genesis Evangelion -dub-: Neon

Choosing between the English dubs of Neon Genesis Evangelion

• The New Cast: Casey Mongillo’s Shinji is more naturalistic and emotionally vulnerable, less "annoying teen" and more "traumatized child." Stephanie McKeon’s Asuka ditches the German accent for a sharper, more biting American teen voice. Ryan Bartley’s Rei is still soft but subtly more present. Ray Chase’s Gendo is cold and disturbingly calm. The overall production quality—sound mixing, consistency, lip-sync—is technically superior.
• The Changes That Made Fans Furious:

  This 2021 "GKIDS Dub" (using the same accurate script as Netflix but with the classic actors’ voices and emotional instincts) is widely considered the best of both worlds. It respects Anno’s words and the fans’ ears. Neon Genesis Evangelion -Dub-

  As the anime industry continues to evolve, it's exciting to consider what's in store for Neon Genesis Evangelion. With new films, re-releases, and adaptations on the horizon, the franchise is poised to continue inspiring and captivating audiences. Choosing between the English dubs of Neon Genesis Evangelion

  • Watch the ADV dub if you want a passionate, time-capsule experience and don’t mind 90s dubbing quirks.
  • Watch the Netflix dub if you need modern audio, accurate scripts, and can accept the “I like you” change.
  • Ultimately? Evangelion is best experienced subtitled. But if you must watch it dubbed, know that the ADV version—for all its flaws—is the one that made Eva a phenomenon in the West. It wears its heart (and its low-budget sweat) on its sleeve.