History of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 in Timeline
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 sees the team embark on a dangerous mission to save Rocket's life. Rocket's past is revealed, showcasing his traumatic origins as an experiment of the High Evolutionary, who seeks to create a perfect society by any means necessary. The Guardians confront the High Evolutionary in a race against time to save Rocket and countless other innocent creatures from his twisted experiments. The film explores themes of friendship, sacrifice, and the importance of embracing imperfections. Ultimately, the Guardians succeed in defeating the High Evolutionary, but the team disbands, with each member pursuing their own path.
November 2014: Gunn's Initial Ideas for Vol. 3
In November 2014, James Gunn had initial ideas for a third and final Guardians of the Galaxy film.
2014: Guardians of the Galaxy Release
In 2014, Guardians of the Galaxy was released. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 (2023) is a sequel to this movie.
June 2015: Gunn's Uncertainty About Directing a Third Film
In June 2015, James Gunn was unsure if he would be involved with a third Guardians film, stating that it would depend on how he felt after making Vol. 2.
2015: Adam McKay Willing to Work with Marvel Again
In December 2018, after working with Marvel Studios on the script for Ant-Man (2015), Adam McKay said he was willing to work with the studio again.
April 2016: Marvel Plans Third Film
In April 2016, Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige stated that a third film was planned for the franchise as part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) in "2020 and beyond".
March 2017: Gunn Confirms the Existence of a Third Film
In March 2017, James Gunn confirmed that there would be a third Guardians film and was trying to figure out the details, but reiterated that he had not decided whether he would be directing it.
April 2017: Gunn Announced as Writer and Director
In April 2017, James Gunn announced his return to write and direct Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 ahead of Vol. 2's release.
April 2017: Gunn to Write and Direct Vol. 3
In April 2017, James Gunn announced his return to write and direct Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, which he stated would conclude the story of the current Guardians and set up future Marvel characters.
April 2017: Potential for a Fourth Guardians Film
In April 2017, James Gunn mentioned a fourth Guardians film could happen, potentially focusing on a new group of characters.
May 2017: Gunn Confirms Mantis and Ayesha's Return
In May 2017, after the release of Vol. 2, Gunn said he would be creating the third film "over the next three years", and confirmed that Pom Klementieff would reprise her role as Mantis and Elizabeth Debicki would reprise her role as Ayesha.
2017: Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 Release
In 2017, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 was released. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 (2023) is a sequel to this movie.
February 2018: Gunn to Meet with Mark Hamill
At the end of February 2018, Gunn planned to meet with Mark Hamill about possibly appearing in the film.
July 2018: Gunn Fired by Disney
In July 2018, Disney fired James Gunn from Vol. 3 after controversial jokes he made on Twitter resurfaced, leading to public outcry and debate.
July 20, 2018: Disney and Marvel Sever Ties with Gunn
On July 20, 2018, Disney and Marvel severed ties with James Gunn after old tweets he had made resurfaced, leading to public outcry and debate.
October 2018: Gunn Privately Notified of Possible Return
In mid-October 2018, James Gunn was privately notified by Alan F. Horn that he could return as director for Vol. 3, after being impressed by Gunn's response to his firing.
2018: Setting after Avengers: Infinity War
In April 2017, Gunn said the film would be set after Avengers: Infinity War (2018) and Avengers: Endgame (2019).
2018: Postponement of production
In August 2018, the small crew that was preparing for pre-production were dismissed as production of the film was postponed so Marvel and Disney could find a director to replace Gunn.
February 2019: Original principal photography start date
In August 2018, pre-production was to have begun by the end of 2018, with principal photography set for January or February 2019.
March 2019: Gunn Rehired as Director Publicly
In March 2019, James Gunn was publicly revealed to have been rehired as director of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, with Marvel stating they had not considered any other director.
September 2019: Gunn Intends Vol. 3 to be his Last Guardians Film
In September 2019, James Gunn confirmed that he intended for 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3' to be his last Guardians film.
2019: Setting after Avengers: Endgame
In April 2017, Gunn said the film would be set after Avengers: Infinity War (2018) and Avengers: Endgame (2019).
May 1, 2020: Private Release Date
In September, James Gunn reiterated that Vol. 3 would be released "in a little under three years", as the film had privately been set for release on May 1, 2020.
2020: Expected Filming Start
By the end of April 2019, the franchise's five main stars were all expected to return for the sequel, with filming to take place in 2020.
2020: Planned release of a third film
In April 2016, Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige, said a third film was planned for the franchise as part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) in '2020 and beyond'.
February 2021: Announcement of Marvel Studios: Assembled
In February 2021, the documentary series 'Marvel Studios: Assembled' was announced.
February 2021: Production on Hold Until February 2021
In October 2018, production on Vol. 3 was put on hold until February 2021 to allow Gunn to complete The Suicide Squad first.
May 2021: Bautista's Comments on Drax and Mantis Film and Gunn reaffirming Vol. 3 as his last.
In May 2021, Dave Bautista stated he had not heard updates regarding a Drax and Mantis film and James Gunn reaffirmed that Vol. 3 was intended to be his last Guardians film.
July 2021: Gillan's Desire to Continue Playing Nebula
In July 2021, Karen Gillan expressed her desire to continue playing Nebula after 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3'.
October 2021: John Murphy Composing the Score
In October 2021, John Murphy was revealed as the composer for 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3', replacing Tyler Bates. Murphy had already recorded music to be played on set during filming.
2021: Gunn set to write and potentially direct The Suicide Squad
By mid-October 2018, James Gunn had completed his exit settlement with Disney and was set to write and potentially direct The Suicide Squad (2021) for Warner Bros. and DC Films.
December 1, 2022: Official Trailer Release
On December 1, 2022, the official trailer for 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3' was released during the CCXP, featuring "In the Meantime" by Spacehog. Critics noted the emotional tone and thrilling aspects of the trailer.
2022: The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special Release
In 2022, Elizabeth Debicki as Ayesha, Michael Rosenbaum as Martinex, Seth Green as the voice of Howard the Duck, Christopher Fairbank as the Broker, Stephen Blackehart and Rhett Miller as Steemie and Bzermikitokolok, Gregg Henry as Quill's grandfather Jason, and Michael Rooker as Yondu Udonta reprised their respective roles from previous Guardians films and/or The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special.
February 12, 2023: Second Trailer Release During Super Bowl LVII
On February 12, 2023, a second trailer for 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3' was released during Super Bowl LVII, featuring "Since You Been Gone" by Rainbow. The trailer gave a deeper look at the film and accumulated 134.1 million views across various social media platforms.
April 2023: Saldaña Confirms End of Gamora Portrayal
In April 2023, Zoe Saldaña confirmed that 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3' would be the last time she portrays Gamora, hoping for a recast with a younger actor.
April 19, 2023: Early Screening at Dongdaemun Design Plaza
On April 19, 2023, 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3' had an early screening at Dongdaemun Design Plaza.
April 22, 2023: Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 Premieres
On April 22, 2023, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 premiered at Disneyland Paris, marking the beginning of its release.
May 2023: Pratt's Willingness to Continue as Peter Quill
In May 2023, Chris Pratt indicated he was willing to continue playing Peter Quill if the right script came along.
May 2023: Promotional Partnerships
In May 2023, Disney and Marvel Music partnered with Spotify to promote 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3', creating the "K-GOTG Radio Experience" playlist. Marvel Studios also collaborated with General Mills for limited-edition cereals and snacks and with Microsoft for a limited-edition Zune MP3 player.
May 27, 2023: Box Office Grossing
As of May 27, 2023, 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3' had grossed significant amounts in China, the United Kingdom, Mexico, South Korea, and France.
July 7, 2023: Digital Download Release
On July 7, 2023, 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3' was released for digital download.
September 13, 2023: 'The Making of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3' Release
On September 13, 2023, 'The Making of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3', a special from the documentary series 'Marvel Studios: Assembled', was released on Disney+.
2023: Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 Release
In 2023, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, a superhero film based on the Marvel Comics team, was released. The film is the sequel to Guardians of the Galaxy (2014) and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 (2017), and the 32nd film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).
December 2024: Gunn's Blessing for Pratt to Continue as Star-Lord
In December 2024, James Gunn gave his blessing for Chris Pratt to continue in the role of Star-Lord without him, expressing excitement for future Guardians projects.
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