The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special

The Guardians want to make Christmas memorable for Peter Quill, and their search for a present brings them to Earth. James Gunn writes and directs a Special Presentation that gives the team a festive detour, with familiar performers returning alongside Kevin Bacon and the Old 97's.

A gift is a small goal beside saving a galaxy, but it can say a great deal about a friendship. Watch how the team's understanding of Quill shapes the trip. The shorter format gives the humor and the wish to make someone happy room to carry the story without another feature-length mission.

A focused starting point

Guardians of the Galaxy ↗

2014 · 2h 1m

Guardians of the Galaxy introduces Quill and the core group. Returning viewers can enjoy this special as a festive companion, then explore the longer films when they want another adventure with the team.

Use this as a short return visit to the Guardians rather than an introduction to every member of the team. If you are new to them, their first film is the clearer starting point. The related films below offer a longer route through the group's adventures when you want more than the holiday outing.

This film is not on the current reviewed Doomsday preparation list. That is separate from its value as a film or a starting point.