Fan Reactions Character Development Characters James Gunn Cast Changes Director Changes Future of the Franchise Trilogy Audition Process Franchise Success Plot Points Streaming Platforms Sean Gunn's Role Easter Eggs Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 Future Films Casting Gamora Karen Gillan Chris Pratt Future Projects Mantis Groot Cast and Crew Franchise Zoe Saldaña Zoë Saldaña Narrative Developments Leadership Story Arc Third Film Roster Changes Rocket Raccoon Writer-Director James Gunn Plot Peter Quill Third Movie Timeline Installments Credits Scenes New Roster Comics Team Roster Cast Interviews Director James Gunn Release Dates Future Installments