While the humor is front and center—critics from noted it’s "funny enough to provoke out-loud laughter"—the special's real strength is its heart.
Deck the Galaxy: Why the Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special is the Gift We Needed
The story kicks off on , which the Guardians have recently purchased from the Collector. After hearing a story about how Yondu supposedly ruined Christmas for a young Peter Quill, Mantis (Pom Klementieff) and Drax (Dave Bautista) decide Peter needs a cheer-up mission.
If you’ve ever wondered what happens when a group of well-meaning but socially confused space misfits tries to "do Christmas," look no further than the . Streaming on Disney+ , this 44-minute "Special Presentation" is a chaotic, heartwarming, and surprisingly musical entry that serves as the perfect palate cleanser for the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The Plot: Operation "Kidnap Kevin Bacon"
: True to James Gunn's style, the soundtrack is stellar. It features original tracks like "I Don't Know What Christmas Is (But Christmastime Is Here)" by the alien band Old 97's , which hilariously misinterprets Earth traditions. Final Verdict: A New Holiday Classic?
: For the first time, Mantis is the primary protagonist. Pom Klementieff delivers a phenomenal performance that balances wacky physical comedy with deeply touching emotional beats.
While the humor is front and center—critics from noted it’s "funny enough to provoke out-loud laughter"—the special's real strength is its heart.
Deck the Galaxy: Why the Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special is the Gift We Needed
The story kicks off on , which the Guardians have recently purchased from the Collector. After hearing a story about how Yondu supposedly ruined Christmas for a young Peter Quill, Mantis (Pom Klementieff) and Drax (Dave Bautista) decide Peter needs a cheer-up mission.
If you’ve ever wondered what happens when a group of well-meaning but socially confused space misfits tries to "do Christmas," look no further than the . Streaming on Disney+ , this 44-minute "Special Presentation" is a chaotic, heartwarming, and surprisingly musical entry that serves as the perfect palate cleanser for the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The Plot: Operation "Kidnap Kevin Bacon"
: True to James Gunn's style, the soundtrack is stellar. It features original tracks like "I Don't Know What Christmas Is (But Christmastime Is Here)" by the alien band Old 97's , which hilariously misinterprets Earth traditions. Final Verdict: A New Holiday Classic?
: For the first time, Mantis is the primary protagonist. Pom Klementieff delivers a phenomenal performance that balances wacky physical comedy with deeply touching emotional beats.