The Phoenix (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Series · ★ 5.6
Released in 1982, The Phoenix is a sci-fi & fantasy and drama series.
What it’s about. The Phoenix is a 1982 television series starring Judson Scott which was on ABC for about one month. The plot revolved around an ancient extraterrestrial named Bennu of the Golden Light, who is discovered in a sarcophagus in Peru and awakened in the 20th Century. The series was first seen on a TV-movie on April 26, 1981.
Who’s in it. The Phoenix stars Richard Lynch as Justin Preminger, Judson Scott as Bennu of the Golden Light, Shannen Doherty as Little Girl (uncredited) and Eileen Davidson as Ellie.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, The Phoenix 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 page.
If you liked it. Fans of The 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 The Phoenix (1982)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Phoenix change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Phoenix worth watching?
- The Phoenix holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy sci-fi & fantasy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Phoenix?
- The Phoenix stars Richard Lynch, Judson Scott, Shannen Doherty and Eileen Davidson.
- When was The Phoenix released?
- The Phoenix was released in 1982.