Guardians of the Galaxy, the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s (MCU) beloved ragtag group of misfits, have been eagerly anticipated by fans since their last adventure in 2017’s Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2. The third installment, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, is highly anticipated, but there’s a question on everyone’s mind: when will it be released? In this article, we’ll explore everything we know about Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 and try to determine if it’s coming out soon.
What We Know So Far
At San Diego Comic-Con in 2019, Guardians of the Galaxy director James Gunn announced that the third movie was officially happening. He revealed that it would be called Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 and that he would direct and write the film. However, shortly after that announcement, Gunn was fired by Disney due to controversial tweets from his past.
Fans were devastated by the news, as Gunn had become an integral part of the franchise’s success. However, in March 2019, Disney rehired Gunn to helm the film. Since then, he has been working tirelessly to bring the world of the Guardians back to life.
Gunn has also hinted at some details for the upcoming film. In a tweet from May 2020, he said, “The Guardians get one new member & someone loses their life.” This caused quite a stir among fans, who began speculating about who the new member might be and who might die.
Release Date
As of May 2023, there is no official release date for Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. Initially, the film was slated for a 2020 release, but after Gunn’s temporary firing, production was put on hold. Since then, it has been postponed several times, with various sources suggesting potential release dates.
One reason for the delay is that Gunn is currently working on another highly anticipated film: The Suicide Squad, set to release in August 2021. Once he finishes that project, he’ll be able to devote his full attention to Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.
It’s also worth noting that the COVID-19 pandemic has caused significant delays in the film industry. Many movies scheduled for release in 2020 and 2021 have been postponed, and it’s possible that Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 could face similar delays.
Despite the lack of an official release date, there are some signs that the film could be coming out soon. In a recent interview with Collider, actor Dave Bautista (who plays Drax) revealed that he had read the script for the film and even went so far as to call it “sensational.” This suggests that production might be further along than previously thought.
What to Expect
While we don’t know the plot specifics of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, we can make some educated guesses based on past films and comments from the cast and crew.
As mentioned earlier, Gunn has hinted that one character will die in the film. This could be any member of the current team, but fans have speculated that it might be Rocket or Gamora. Another possibility is that a new character introduced in the film (as Gunn teased) will sacrifice their life to save the others.
There have also been rumors that the film will feature some tie-ins to the rest of the MCU. With Phase Four introducing several new characters and storylines, it’s possible that we could see some crossover between Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 and other upcoming films like Thor: Love and Thunder or Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.
One thing we can count on is the same humor, heart, and action that made the first two Guardians of the Galaxy films such beloved entries in the MCU. With Gunn back at the helm, we can expect more of the same witty banter, epic battles, and memorable characters that we’ve come to love.
Conclusion
While we don’t have an official release date for Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 yet, there are signs that the film could be coming soon. Dave Bautista’s comments about reading the script suggest that production is further along than previously thought, and with James Gunn back in the director’s chair, fans can rest assured that the film will be worth the wait.
As for what we can expect from the film, there’s a lot of speculation but little concrete information. One thing is certain: Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 will deliver the same blend of humor, heart, and action that made the first two films so beloved by audiences. Whether it comes out in 2023 or beyond, fans will undoubtedly flock to theaters to see Star-Lord, Gamora, Rocket, Drax, and Groot back in action.
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