YonduCharacter guide · Michael Rooker

An alliance with its own terms.

Behind the name

Meet Yondu

Yondu appears within the cosmic world of the Guardians films, where Peter Quill’s choices draw several competing groups together.

Official source · Disney Movies ↗

Following Yondu

Watch how Yondu changes his approach depending on who is listening. Let later films explain his relationships rather than reading their outcomes in advance.

Your first watch

Where to start

Begin with Guardians of the Galaxy. The next linked guide is Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2. Use each title’s guide for season and crossover context; the catalog below preserves smaller appearances as well.

01
Guardians of the Galaxy
2014 · Open the title guide ↗
02
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2
2017 · Open the title guide ↗

Follow the screen credits

Catalog appearances

6 entries · release order

These are the existing catalog records, including supporting roles, cameos and other formats. This list is not a required watch order or proof that every appearance shares one continuity. Future entries may change.

2014

Guardians of the Galaxy
July 30, 2014

2017

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2
April 25, 2017

2021

What If...?, Season 1
August 11, 2021 · Supporting

2022

The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special
November 24, 2022

2023

What If...?, Season 2
December 22, 2023 · Supporting

2024

What If...?, Season 3
December 22, 2024 · Supporting

Sources & context

About this profile

Profile information checked 2026-11-08. Viewing suggestions are editorial guidance. Appearance records and identity labels come from the existing catalog.

Disney Movies · Official synopsis, cast, director and release details ↗

TMDB · Michael Rooker portrait ↗

Background artwork: Guardians of the Galaxy. The portrait shows the performer.

How this catalog is put together ↗