Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 Movie (2017):
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 is an American superhero film based on the Marvel Comics superhero team Guardians of the Galaxy. It is the sequel to Guardians of the Galaxy (2014) and the 15th film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), and part of Phase Three of the MCU.
The film was written and directed by James Gunn and produced by Marvel Studios and distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures. The film stars an ensemble cast featuring Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldaña, Dave Bautista, Vin Diesel, Bradley Cooper, Michael Rooker, Karen Gillan, Pom Klementieff, Sylvester Stallone, and Kurt Russell.
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 was released in the United States on May 5, 2017. It grossed more than $863 million worldwide, making it the eighth-highest-grossing film of 2017, while also outgrossing its predecessor. The film received praise for its visuals, direction, soundtrack, humor, and performances, though some critics deemed it inferior to the original. A sequel, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, will be released on May 5, 2023, preceded by a Disney+ special The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special, released in November 2022.
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 Movie Information:
| Movie Name | Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 |
|---|---|
| Genre | Action Sci-Fi Superhero |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Release Date | April 10, 2017 (Tokyo) May 5, 2017 (United States) |
| Running Time | 2hr 17min |
| Based on | Guardians of the Galaxy by Dan Abnett, Andy Lanning |
| Starring | Chris Pratt Zoe Saldaña Dave Bautista Vin Diesel Bradley Cooper Michael Rooker Karen Gillan Pom Klementieff Sylvester Stallone Kurt Russell |
| Directed by | James Gunn |
| Written by | James Gunn |
| Produced by | Kevin Feige |
| Cinematography by | Henry Braham |
| Edited by | Fred Raskin Craig Wood |
| Music by | Tyler Bates |
| Production Company | Marvel Studios |
| Distributed by | Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures |
| Budget | $200 million |
| Box Office Collection | $863.8 million |
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 Movie Trailer:
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 Movie Storyline:
After saving Xandar from Ronan’s wrath, the Guardians are now recognized as heroes. Now the team must help their leader Star Lord (Chris Pratt) uncover the truth behind his true heritage. Along the way, old foes turn to allies and betrayal is blooming. And the Guardians find that they are up against a devastating new menace who is out to rule the galaxy. – IMDb
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 Movie Cast and Characters:
- Chris Pratt as Peter Quill / Star-Lord
- Zoe Saldaña as Gamora
- Dave Bautista as Drax the Destroyer
- Vin Diesel as Baby Groot
- Bradley Cooper as Rocket
- Michael Rooker as Yondu Udonta
- Karen Gillan as Nebula
- Pom Klementieff as Mantis
- Sylvester Stallone as Stakar Ogord
- Kurt Russell as Ego
- Elizabeth Debicki as Ayesha
- Chris Sullivan as Taserface
- Sean Gunn as Kraglin
- Tommy Flanagan as Tullk
- Laura Haddock as Meredith Quill
- Aaron Schwartz as Young Ego Facial Reference
- Hannah Harlow as Sovereign Chambermaid (as Hannah Gottesman)
- Hilty Bowen as Sovereign Pilot
Interesting Facts About Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 Movie:
- The film was officially announced at the 2014 San Diego Comic-Con International before the theatrical release of the first film, along with James Gunn’s return from the first film, with the title of the sequel revealed a year later in June 2015.
- Principal photography began in February 2016 at Pinewood Atlanta Studios in Fayette County, Georgia, with many crew changes from the first film due to other commitments.
- Filming concluded in June 2016. James Gunn chose to set the sequel shortly after the first film to explore the characters’ new roles as the Guardians, and to follow the storyline of Quill’s father established throughout that previous film. Russell was confirmed as Quill’s father in July 2016, portraying Ego, a departure from Quill’s comic father.
- Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 premiered in Tokyo on April 10, 2017.
- It received a nomination for Best Visual Effects at the 90th Academy Awards.
