The Phoenix: Space Chapter (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1987, The Phoenix: Space Chapter is a fantasy, drama, animation and science fiction film directed by Yoshiaki Kawajiri, running about 48 minutes.
What it’s about. This is the third part of "The Phoenix" series of the Kadokawa Haruki Office Co., Ltd. version. It is an animation version of the original story by Tezuka Osamu that depicts the cruelty of love through the fate of spacemen destined to drift through the universe after losing their mother ship..
Who’s in it. The Phoenix: Space Chapter stars Masako Ikeda as Hi no tori, Akira Kamiya as Makimura, Keiko Toda as Nana and Mori Katsuyuki Yuu as Saruta, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Phoenix: Space Chapter has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Phoenix: Space Chapter page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Phoenix: Space Chapter tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Phoenix: Space Chapter (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Phoenix: Space Chapter change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Phoenix: Space Chapter worth watching?
- The Phoenix: Space Chapter holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, drama, animation and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Phoenix: Space Chapter?
- The Phoenix: Space Chapter stars Masako Ikeda, Akira Kamiya, Keiko Toda, Mori Katsuyuki Yuu and Kaneto Shiozawa.