Monday 23 November 1998
By eBroadcast Staff and agencies.

source: Sofcom

The ultimate battle for the future of mankind has begun, and the manga sensation is set to soar to explosive heights, with the latest phenomenon from Japan, Neon Genesis Evangelion, starting on SBS on Saturday, 2nd January, 1999.

Neon Genesis Evangelion, which will run for 13 weeks, has spawned video sales of over $800 million and merchandise sales of $400 million in Japan. The success of the series has seen two theatrical sequels, multiple CDs, video games, and a large variety of merchandise.

photo courtesy Madman Entertainment