Guardians of the Galaxy

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3" was released in 2023 and served as the conclusion to the Guardians' story arc that began with the first film in 2014.   The movie was directed by James Gunn, who also directed the previous two films in the trilogy. It brought back the core cast, including Chris Pratt as Star-Lord, Zoe Saldaña as Gamora, Dave Bautista as Drax, Vin Diesel as Groot, and Bradley Cooper as Rocket.   "Vol. 3" dealt with some emotional storylines, including Rocket's origin story and Peter Quill's grief over the loss of Gamora in "Avengers: Infinity War." It also introduced new characters, such as Adam Warlock, played by Will Poulter.   The film was a critical and commercial success, with many praising it as a satisfying conclusion to the trilogy. It was also notable for its use of visual effects and its emotional depth, which resonated with audiences.   While this marked the end of this particular team's journey, it's always possible that some of the characters could reappear in future MCU projects. But for now, "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3" provides a fitting farewell to this beloved group of misfits.