What is neon genesis evangelion watch order?

The Neon Genesis Evangelion watch order can be a bit confusing as the anime has undergone several adaptations, re-releases, and additions over the years. However, the general watch order is as follows:

1. Neon Genesis Evangelion (TV series): This is the original 26-episode TV series that was aired in 1995.

2. Death and Rebirth: This is a recap movie released in 1997 that covers the events of the TV series up to episode 24, followed by a preview of the upcoming movie, The End of Evangelion.

3. The End of Evangelion: This is the final installment of the Evangelion franchise, released in 1997. It is an alternate ending to the TV series and offers a different conclusion to the story.

4. Evangelion: 1.0 You Are (Not) Alone: This is a series of four movies released from 2007 to 2021 that retell the story of the TV series with updated animation and some changes to the plot.

5. Evangelion: 2.0 You Can (Not) Advance: The second movie in the series released in 2009.

6. Evangelion: 3.0 You Can (Not) Redo: The third movie in the series released in 2012.

7. Evangelion: 3.0+1.0: Thrice Upon a Time: The final movie in the series released in 2021.

The recommended watch order for the series is to start with the original TV series (Neon Genesis Evangelion) and then watch Death and Rebirth and The End of Evangelion. After that, one can watch the four movies in the order they were released. However, some fans prefer to skip Death and Rebirth and go straight to The End of Evangelion. It is also important to note that the movies diverge from the TV series in some significant ways, so it's not recommended to skip the original TV series.