The Phoenix (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film
Released in 1978, The Phoenix is an action and fantasy film directed by Chang Mei-chun, running about 72 minutes.
What it’s about. With the clash of steel from his mighty magic sword and the beat of the wings of the giant Phoenix, Ty sets forth on his quest to regain his Magic Bronze Pot and thwart the evil intentions of Flower Fox and her villainous companion Grasshopper. A warrior conjured out of stone, a massive tidal wave — one after another, Ty has to overcome the obstacles which Flower Fox throws in his path until he reaches her secret island sanctuary. And then the real battle begins. With the tide of the battle running first one way and then the other, courageous Ty risks his life in a last attempt to save the world from destruction.
Who’s in it. The Phoenix stars Tse-Ming Chou, Hsiu-shen Liang as Ty, Terry Hu as Violet and Chin Feng, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Phoenix page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Phoenix tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Phoenix (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Phoenix change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Phoenix?
- The Phoenix stars Tse-Ming Chou, Hsiu-shen Liang, Terry Hu, Chin Feng and Betty Pei Ti.
- When was The Phoenix released?
- The Phoenix was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 72 minutes.