Here’s a spoiler alert for all of you who have not watched Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol.3. This article discusses the post-credits scenes of the movie
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 1 introduced the cosmic side of the MCU in the year 2014, and Vol. 2 expanded on it. While other MCU films have touched on space adventures, James Gunn’s Guardians series has been a cornerstone of cosmic exploration within the MCU.
However, with Vol. 3, Gunn concludes his trilogy and steps away from the MCU to lead DC Studios’ DC Universe. But fear not, as the film’s post-credits scenes set the stage for exciting cosmic adventures and new directions for beloved characters.
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 Post-Credits Scenes Explained: The MCU’s Cosmic Future Revealed
In the mid-credits scene of the movie, Rocket Raccoon is on a dusty planet with a group of characters from the movie. They’re chatting about their favorite music, with each character revealing their preferences.
Phyla likes Britney Spears, Kraglin chooses Garth Brooks, Cosmo mentions The Carpenters, and Adam Warlock picks Adrian Belew. Rocket, in a nostalgic moment, starts playing “Come and Get Your Love” by Redbone, the same song Star-Lord listens to in the opening credits scene of the first Guardians film.
As they chat, it becomes evident that they’re on the planet for a mission: to protect Krylorians from a group of beasts. While listening to the music, the Krylorians panic and flee from the approaching threat.
Although Kraglin believes he can handle the situation alone, Rocket awakens Groot from his slumber, revealing Groot’s enormous new form. Cosmo and the team look to Rocket for approval, and with a nod, the new Guardians of the Galaxy charge forward to confront the beasts.
The New Team
The new Guardians team includes Rocket Raccoon, Groot, Adam Warlock, Kraglin, Phyla, Cosmo the Spacedog, and Blurp. It’s noteworthy that Groot has undergone significant growth, literally. He’s now a colossal version of himself compared to his previous appearances.
Star-Lord, having parted ways with most of the original Guardians, appoints Rocket as the leader of this cosmic team. This new lineup also includes characters like Kraglin, who helped the Guardians rebuild Knowhere and save them from the High Evolutionary’s ship.
As for Adam Warlock, he initially poses a threat to the Guardians but redeems himself after Groot’s intervention and ultimately joins the team. Blurp, a pet creature, is also part of the group, though not an official Guardian.
Phyla, another addition to the new team, is likely Phyla-Vell, a Marvel Comics character with a complex history. She possesses energy-based powers and has connections to other cosmic heroes like Quasar and Moondragon.
Phyla’s arrival in the MCU is a significant development, although there’s still much to learn about her adaptation. However, let’s check out the Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 trailer here,
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Post-Credits Scene: Star-Lord’s Next Adventure
In the post-credits scene of the movie, Star-Lord, played by Chris Pratt, is having breakfast with his grandfather. They engage in a mundane conversation about mowing a neighbor’s lawn and the odd behavior of the neighbor’s grown son. The scene offers a glimpse of Peter Quill’s efforts to reconnect with his remaining family members after his cosmic adventures.
As they chat, Star-Lord’s grandfather is reading a newspaper article about Kevin Bacon revealing details of his alien abduction, a reference to The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special. This quiet moment concludes with text on the screen stating, “The Legendary Star-Lord Will Return.”
The Legendary Star-Lord is a title from Marvel Comics and was even the name of a comic series from 2014-2015. This hints at a spinoff or solo adventure for Peter Quill outside of the Guardians of the Galaxy franchise.
James Gunn, despite his move to DC, has expressed interest in a Star-Lord spinoff, focusing on Peter’s attempts to adapt to life on Earth after his cosmic escapades. This suggests the possibility of a solo series for Star-Lord in the MCU.
While the new Guardians team may eventually adopt a new name, possibly akin to the Annihilators from the comics, nothing is confirmed yet. The team’s future and potential name change will likely be explored in future MCU instalments.
Lastly, you can also listen to all Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 album songs on many platforms such as Spotify, Apple Music, etc.
Conclusion
In summary, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3’s post-credits scenes offer a tantalizing glimpse into the cosmic future of the MCU. They introduce a new Guardians team and hint at exciting adventures for both the cosmic heroes and Star-Lord himself.
As the MCU continues to explore the cosmos, fans can anticipate more thrilling stories from this cosmic corner of the Marvel universe.
