Comics
Published April 9, 2021

Long Story Short: The Phoenix Saga

Download the legendary Jean Grey story with a quick look at this X-Men classic!

by Tucker Chet Markus

Like a Phoenix, from the Ashes...

The Phoenix Saga, Explained | Marvel's Long Story Short

Before Jean Grey can rise, she must fall—and that's just the beginning of the epic tale that opens in UNCANNY X-MEN #101, otherwise known as the start of the PHOENIX SAGA. 

The precursor to the DARK PHOENIX SAGA, the PHOENIX SAGA took place in the legendary original X-Men series across issues #101-108. Watch the latest Marvel's Long Story Short for the lowdown on one of the mighty mutants' greatest stories—then read the full arc for yourself with Marvel Unlimited right here!

Uncanny X-Men (1981) #101

Uncanny X-Men (1981) #101

Learn More
What is Marvel Unlimited?

Stay tuned to Marvel.com for the next Long Story Short!

The Hype Box

Can’t-miss news and updates from across the Marvel Universe!

TV Shows

Ryan Coogler Breaks Down the ‘Ironheart’ Trailer

Movies

‘Thunderbolts*’ Star Lewis Pullman Breaks His Silence on Playing Sentry

Games

Class Is Now in Session with the New X-Men in 'MARVEL SNAP'

Comics

May 21's New Marvel Comics: The Full List

Comics

'Marvel Rivals Infinity Comic' Writer Paul Allor Unleashes Ultron on the X-Men's Hellfire Gala

In this article: Phoenix (Jean Grey), X-Men, Marvel's Long Story Short

Related

Comics

'X-Men: Hellfire Vigil' #1 Remembers the Dream of Krakoa

This July, mutantkind's biggest night returns in 'X-Men: Hellfire Vigil' #1, a new Hellfire Gala comic book one-shot written and drawn by an incredible lineup of current X-talent!

3 days ago

Comics

May 21's New Marvel Comics: The Full List

Celebrate Vision and Scarlet Witch's 50th wedding anniversary, behold Valeria Richards' shocking choice, see who leaves the Ultimates, and more in this week's comics!

3 days ago

Comics

Super-Prisons of the Marvel Universe

From the Vault and the Raft to Krakoa's Pit of Exile, learn how the Marvel Universe has dealt with super-powered inmates—including heroes and villains alike.

1 week ago

Comics

May 14's New Marvel Comics: The Full List

Witness Gwenpool's dark descent, face Dormammu with Doctor Doom, swing into the Spider-Verse's war with the Venomverse, and more in this week's comics!

1 week ago