Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
The Guardians mount a desperate cosmic rescue mission that tests whether their unruly team can remain a family.
Overview
A ragtag team of misfits must unite to save the universe from impending doom while grappling with their own losses.
Ember's analysis
- Pacing
- Brisk
- Intensity
- Strong
- Complexity
- Easy to follow
- Violence
- Moderate
- witty
- irreverent
- heartfelt
- Marvel marathon
- superhero movie night
What critics said
Critics broadly viewed the film as an emotionally resonant and visually entertaining farewell to the Guardians, despite some concerns that it presses its sentiment too hard.
What sets it apart
May contain story progression spoilers
Peter Quill rallies the Guardians to save one of their own, framing loyalty and collective care as the mission's emotional center.
The film uses space opera settings, superhero action, and a vibrant ensemble aesthetic across its interplanetary adventure.
The mission is shaped by Rocket's history of genetic engineering and the team's lingering grief over Gamora.
The plot presents the Guardians' rescue mission as a potentially final undertaking for the team.
Films like Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, and why
Guardians of the Galaxy
Shared space opera setting, superhero ensemble, irreverent humor, and found-family themes.
The Suicide Squad
Shared cosmic superhero adventure, colorful visual spectacle, ensemble banter, and emotional stakes.
Thor: Ragnarok
Shared space opera scale, eccentric team dynamics, comic-book action, and themes of loyalty.
Avengers: Endgame
Shared superhero team structure, science fiction spectacle, humor, and emotionally driven redemption themes.
Movie Details
- Director
- James Gunn
- Release Date
- 2023-05-03
- Runtime
- 150 min
- Rating
- 7.9 / 10 (8876)
Cast
- Chris Pratt
- Zoe Saldaña
- Dave Bautista
- Karen Gillan
- Pom Klementieff
- Vin Diesel
- Bradley Cooper
- Sean Gunn
- Chukwudi Iwuji
- Will Poulter
Where to watch in United States
- Streaming
- Disney Plus
- Rent
- Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home
- Buy
- Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home
Streaming options come from TMDB and change over time.
Common questions
- What is Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 about?
- The Guardians mount a desperate cosmic rescue mission that tests whether their unruly team can remain a family.
- What is Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 like to watch?
- Ember's analysis rates the pacing of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 as brisk, its intensity as strong and its storytelling as easy to follow.
- Is Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 violent?
- Somewhat. Ember rates the violence in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 as moderate.
- What did critics think of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3?
- Critics broadly viewed the film as an emotionally resonant and visually entertaining farewell to the Guardians, despite some concerns that it presses its sentiment too hard.
- Which films are like Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3?
- Films with a similar feel include Guardians of the Galaxy, The Suicide Squad, Thor: Ragnarok, and Avengers: Endgame.
- How long is Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3?
- Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 runs 150 minutes.
- Where can I watch Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3?
- In United States, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 streams on Disney Plus.
