Phoenix (2004): cast, story & where to watch
2004 · Series · ★ 6.5
Released in 2004, Phoenix is an animation and sci-fi & fantasy series.
What it’s about. Throughout time, mankind has chased after the dream of immortality. The Phoenix, in the form of a bird of fire, is said to hold the key to eternal life. Great wars are fought in a vain attempt to possess it and, as a result, civilizations rise and fall. Phoenix is a collection of five stories from the past, present and future. Many will perish because of their desires, and they are the lucky ones. True pain comes for those who find immortality and experience the burden of living forever.
Who’s in it. Phoenix stars Junko Takeuchi as Nagi (voice), Sakiko Tamagawa as Hinaku (voice), Shinji Ogawa as Nielsen (voice) and Keiko Takeshita as Hi no Tori (voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Phoenix has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Crunchyroll Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, Midnight Pulp Amazon Channel and RetroCrush Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Phoenix page.
If you liked it. Fans of Phoenix tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Attack on Titan and Attack on Titan: No Regrets.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Phoenix (2004)?
- In US, Phoenix is available to stream on Crunchyroll Amazon Channel, YouTube TV and Midnight Pulp Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Phoenix worth watching?
- Phoenix holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation and sci-fi & fantasy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Phoenix?
- Phoenix stars Junko Takeuchi, Sakiko Tamagawa, Shinji Ogawa, Keiko Takeshita and Yumi Touma.
- When was Phoenix released?
- Phoenix was released in 2004.