There is little doubt that the Guardians of the Galaxy films have given us some of the best laughs and thrills in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. However, these movies have also given us some of the most painful heartbreaks.
Unfortunately, those heartaches are coming again in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. James Gunn has somehow confirmed that fans should be ready for another major death in the sequel.
It's no secret that each Guardians film has led to the death of at least one major character. In the first movie, adult Groot sacrificed himself to protect his companions but a part of him was saved and became Baby Groot. The death in Vol. 2 was more final as Yondu Udonta sacrificed himself to make sure Peter Quill survived.
So should we fear the same thing happening in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3? Gunn has compared the deaths in The Suicide Squad and the Guardians movie, stating that there is "a much bigger sense of danger for all of our characters" in the former. However, that doesn't mean everybody is safe in the more family-friendly MCU franchise.
"We know most of them are going to make it out alive. At least for two movies," Gunn told Entertainment Tonight. When asked if this means something bad will happen in Vol. 3, he simply responded "You'll have to wait and see."
It's an ominous tease considering that there have been speculations that at least two characters are not making it out alive in the third Guardians film. Some theorized that Rocket Raccoon is the one member of the Guardians who could bite the dust. Additionally, Gunn had already confirmed that Vol. 3 will be the last Guardians movie for Dave Bautista so it sounds like Drax doesn't have a bright future.
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 is scheduled for release on May 5, 2023.
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