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!