Dark Phoenix (2019)
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After a space rescue, Jean Grey absorbs a cosmic force that turns her against the X-Men. This 2019 Marvel film sits outside the MCU timeline, so you can watch it on its own without any homework. It runs 1h 54m and streams on Disney+ in the US.
| Directed by | Simon Kinberg |
|---|---|
| Starring | Sophie Turner, James McAvoy, Michael Fassbender, Jessica Chastain |
| Release date | June 7, 2019 |
| Runtime | 1h 54m |
| Age rating | PG-13, some material may be inappropriate for under 13 |
| IMDb rating | 5.7/10 |
| Box office | $252M worldwide |
| Series | Legacy Marvel films |
| Part of | X-Men movies in order |
| Post-credit scene | No |
Why it matters now
The last film with the prequel cast. Optional unless you want the full Fox story.
Where it fits in your watch
- Fox’s X-Men order
- Beast order
- Cyclops order
- Magneto order
- Mystique order
- Nightcrawler order
- Professor X order
Dark Phoenix FAQ
Can you skip Dark Phoenix?
Yes. It sits outside the MCU, so you’d watch it for the characters’ history, not for anything the MCU plot needs.
When was Dark Phoenix released?
Dark Phoenix was released on June 7, 2019.
Is Dark Phoenix part of the MCU?
No. Dark Phoenix is a Marvel film made outside the Marvel Cinematic Universe, so it isn’t on Marvel Studios’ official timeline.
Does Dark Phoenix have a post-credit scene?
No, Dark Phoenix has no post-credit scene.
Where to watch Dark Phoenix in the US
| Streaming (subscription) | Disney+ |
|---|---|
| Rent or buy | Amazon, Apple TV, Fandango at Home |
Where to watch Dark Phoenix outside the US
| Country | Stream | Other options |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | Disney+ | Rent: Rakuten TV, Amazon, Sky Store |
| Canada | Disney+ | Rent: Apple TV, Amazon, CosmoGo |
| Australia | Disney+ | None needed |
| India | JioHotstar | None needed |
Streaming availability last verified: October 16, 2026
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