The Phoenix (1981)

10.0/10 • 90 min • Science Fiction Fantasy TV Movie

Overview

A godlike being, discovered in an ancient sarcophagus in the plains of South America, is brought back to life and must learn to cope with today's society while using his extraordinary powers to combat evil. This variation on the "Superman" theme served as the pilot to the short-lived series (1981-82).

Cast

Judson Scott

Bennu of the Golden Light

Fernando Allende

Diego DeVarga

E.G. Marshall

Dr. Ward Frazier

Shelley Smith

Noel Marshall

Daryl Anderson

Dr. Clifford Davis

Richard Lynch

Justin Preminger

Hersha Parady

Lynn

Lyman Ward

Howard

Carmen Argenziano

Kingston

Stanley Kamel

Murray

Angus Duncan

Surgeon

Paul Marin

Anesthesiologist

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