In a recent interview with GamesRadar, actor Chris Pratt spoke about the possibility of James Gunn returning to the role of Star-Lord after stepping away from Marvel Studios. Pratt noted that Gunn’s creative fingerprints—writing, directing, and even shaping the musical rhythm of the films—were integral to the trilogy, and hinted that continuing Star-Lord’s journey without Gunn would feel off balance. He stressed that any continuation should honor Gunn’s contributions and be respectful of the groundwork he laid for the character and the series as a whole.
Pratt hinted that the final installment of the Guardians of the Galaxy series would carry a deeper emotional weight than the previous two entries. He described a sense of culmination for the ensemble, suggesting that longtime fans would find the ending to be a meaningful and memorable payoff after years of adventures alongside Peter Quill and his team. The star conveyed optimism that viewers who have followed the saga from the start would connect with the emotional cadence of the finale.
Guardians of the Galaxy. Episode 3 is positioned as the concluding chapter of the Guardians universe and the 32nd feature in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The film was slated for a broad release in the United States on May 5, with the release in the CIS region occurring on May 4, mirroring the staggered rollout common to major superhero titles during this period. The timing reflects a coordinated global rollout designed to maximize excitement across different markets while maintaining a coordinated cultural moment around the film’s debut.
The ensemble cast includes Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldana, Dave Bautista, Karen Gillan, Pom Klementieff, Vin Diesel, Bradley Cooper, Sean Gunn, Chukudi Iwuji, Will Poulter, Elizabeth Debicki, Maria Bakalova and Sylvester Stallone. Each performer brings a distinct voice to the team, contributing to the franchise’s signature blend of action, humor, and heart that has resonated with audiences around the world for years.
In related remarks, Arnold Schwarzenegger expressed enthusiastic praise for Guardians of the Galaxy 3, underscoring the film’s appeal and its contribution to the broader conversation around superhero cinema. His approval added a layer of mainstream recognition to the film’s reception, highlighting the crossover appeal that the Guardians have cultivated across generations and genres.