James Gunn Dishes On ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3’

James Gunn has some sad news for “Guardians of the Galaxy” fans.

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“This is the end for us,” Gunn said.

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“The last time people will see this team of Guardians,” he added.

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He said that the movie is “so big and dark.”

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Gunn said it will be “different from what people might be expected it to be.”

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Gunn added that he wanted to stay true to the characters and the story.

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He said he wanted to give fans “the wrap-up that they deserve.”

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“I’m aware that the third film in most trilogies sucks; not always,” he joked.

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The film has an anticipated release date of May 5, 2023.

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