Episode 17: “Fourth Child”
- 17 of 26
- January 24, 1996
- 24 min
- Aired
Contents
| Series | Neon Genesis Evangelion |
|---|---|
| Episode | 17 of 26 |
| Japanese | 四人目の適格者 |
| Original air date | January 24, 1996 |
| Episode length | 24 min |
| Studio | Gainax, Tatsunoko Production |
| Previous episode | Episode 16: “Splitting of the Breast” |
| Next episode | Episode 18: “Ambivalence” |
| Streaming | Netflix |
“Fourth Child” is episode 17 of the anime Neon Genesis Evangelion. It first aired on January 24, 1996.
Summary
The summary below describes what happens in this episode.
A catastrophic accident destroys a Nerv branch in Nevada. As Nerv headquarters prepares to station another Evangelion in Japan, the Fourth Child is selected as its pilot without Shinji Ikari’s knowledge.
Characters in this episode
Music in this episode
- ED 10“Fly Me to the Moon (Aki Jungle Version)”AnimeThemes
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Episode guide
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About the series
This anime series follows a young boy who becomes a pilot of a giant machine to fight against mysterious beings threatening humanity. The story explores themes of psychological trauma, human relationships, and the consequences of scientific advancements. The series delves into the complexities of its characters…
Read the article →References
- “Neon Genesis Evangelion”. Kitsu. Retrieved October 22, 2026.
- “Shinseiki Evangelion”. MyAnimeList. Retrieved October 27, 2026.
- “Neon Genesis Evangelion”. AnimeThemes. Retrieved October 23, 2026.
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