Key Points
- A brand new Evangelion anime series is officially in production
- Project will be created by Studio Khara and CloverWorks
- NieR creator Yoko Taro will handle series composition and script
Tokyo, Japan: The Evangelion franchise is expanding once again, with creators confirming that a completely new anime series is officially in production as part of the brand’s 30th anniversary celebration.
The announcement came during the EVANGELION:30+ anniversary event in Japan, where Studio Khara revealed the new project in partnership with CloverWorks. The news immediately sparked excitement across the global anime community, which has closely followed the franchise since its 1995 debut.
New creative team takes charge
This new chapter will feature a high profile creative lineup. Game writer Yoko Taro, best known for the NieR franchise, will oversee series composition and script duties. Longtime Evangelion veteran Kazuya Tsurumaki will direct alongside Toru Yatabe, while Keiichi Okabe is set to compose the music.
The involvement of Taro is particularly notable. His reputation for complex, emotionally layered storytelling has already generated strong fan interest online.
Industry analysts say the collaboration signals a deliberate attempt to refresh the franchise while preserving its psychological depth. One Tokyo based anime producer noted the pairing is “a bold but logical evolution for Evangelion’s next era.”
Details about the plot, characters, and release window remain tightly guarded. Studio Khara described the announcement as an initial production report, indicating the series is still in early development.
There is also no confirmation yet on how directly the new show will connect to previous Evangelion timelines, which have historically included reboots, alternate continuities, and film retellings.
The announcement arrives as legacy anime franchises are seeing renewed global demand on streaming platforms. Evangelion remains one of the most commercially and culturally influential titles in the medium, and the 30th anniversary milestone creates a natural moment for expansion.
For now, fans are watching closely for the first teaser footage or release window, both of which could significantly boost anticipation in the months ahead.
