Meet the Cast of Guardians of the Galaxy

All heroes start somewhere.

Released on July 30, 2014
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In the vibrant and action-packed world of Marvel's "Guardians of the Galaxy," the story follows a ragtag group of intergalactic criminals, each with their own unique set of skills and motives. At the helm of this group is Peter Quill, played by Chris Pratt, who goes by the name Star-Lord. Quill is a charming and quick-witted outlaw with a mysterious past, having been abducted from Earth at a young age and raised among a group of thieves and smugglers.

One day, Quill's life takes a dramatic turn when he stumbles upon an ancient orb, which turns out to be a powerful and dangerous artifact sought after by the villainous Ronan the Accuser. With Ronan's forces hot on his tail, Quill finds himself in the crosshairs of a manhunt and is forced to go on the run. Along the way, he teams up with a group of unlikely allies, including the deadly and green-skinned Gamora, played by Zoe Saldaña, who has a complicated past of her own.

As Quill and his newfound companions navigate the dangers of the cosmos, they quickly realize that the orb holds the key to stopping Ronan's plans for destruction and chaos. Together, they embark on a thrilling and hilarious journey to save the galaxy and prove that even the most unlikely heroes can make a difference. With its memorable characters, stunning visuals, and exciting action, "Guardians of the Galaxy" is a must-watch for any Marvel fan.

Guardians of the Galaxy is part of the Guardians of the Galaxy Collection.

Full Cast of Guardians of the Galaxy

Chris Pratt

as Peter Quill

Chris Pratt's portrayal of Peter Quill / Star-Lord in 'Guardians of the Galaxy' is a delightful blend of charisma, humor, and heart. Pratt effortlessly captures Quill's roguish charm and swagger, while also revealing his vulnerabilities and emotional depth. His comedic timing is impeccable, delivering witty one-liners and quirky dance moves that make Star-Lord an unforgettable and endearing character. Overall, Pratt's performance is a standout in the film, making him the perfect choice to lead this band of misfit heroes.

Zoe Saldaña

as Gamora

Zoe Saldaña's portrayal of Gamora in 'Guardians of the Galaxy' is nothing short of captivating. She brings a fierce intensity to the character, embodying Gamora's complex nature as a former deadly assassin seeking redemption. Saldaña's physical prowess is on full display in the action sequences, while her emotional range shines in the quieter moments, revealing Gamora's inner turmoil and her struggle to find her place among the Guardians. Her performance adds depth and nuance to the character, making Gamora a standout in the ensemble cast.

Dave Bautista

as Drax

Dave Bautista's portrayal of Drax the Destroyer in 'Guardians of the Galaxy' is nothing short of exceptional. His ability to bring a unique blend of humor and raw emotion to the character is truly commendable. Bautista's physical presence, honed from his wrestling career, lends an air of authenticity to Drax's formidable strength. However, it's his comedic timing and delivery of Drax's literal interpretations that truly steal the show, providing some of the film's most memorable moments. Overall, Bautista's performance adds a delightful layer of complexity to Drax, making him a standout character in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Vin Diesel

as Groot (voice)

Vin Diesel's performance as Groot in 'Guardians of the Galaxy' is a testament to his versatility as an actor. Despite having only one line, "I am Groot," Diesel manages to convey a wide range of emotions, from humor to sadness, and even anger. His voice acting brings life to the character, making Groot one of the most beloved characters in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Diesel's performance is a perfect blend of simplicity and complexity, making Groot a character that is easy to love and hard to forget.

Bradley Cooper

as Rocket (voice)

Bradley Cooper's performance as Rocket in 'Guardians of the Galaxy' is nothing short of exceptional. His voice acting brings the character to life, infusing Rocket with a blend of snarky humor, vulnerability, and fierce loyalty. Cooper's ability to convey complex emotions through his voice, coupled with the film's impressive CGI, creates a character that is not only entertaining but also deeply relatable. His performance adds a unique layer of depth to the movie, making Rocket one of the most memorable characters in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Lee Pace

as Ronan

Lee Pace delivers a chilling performance as Ronan the Accuser in 'Guardians of the Galaxy'. His portrayal of the ruthless Kree fanatic is both menacing and captivating, as he brings a sense of gravitas to the character. Pace's intense stare and commanding presence make Ronan a formidable villain, while his nuanced performance adds depth to the character, making him more than just a one-dimensional antagonist. Overall, Pace's performance is a standout in the film and adds to the overall enjoyment of the movie.

Michael Rooker

as Yondu Udonta

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Karen Gillan

as Nebula

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Djimon Hounsou

as Korath

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John C. Reilly

as Corpsman Dey

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Glenn Close

as Nova Prime

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Benicio del Toro

as The Collector

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Laura Haddock

as Meredith Quill

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Sean Gunn

as Kraglin / On Set Rocket

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Peter Serafinowicz

as Denarian Saal

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Christopher Fairbank

as The Broker

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Krystian Godlewski

as On Set Groot

Wyatt Oleff

as Young Quill

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Gregg Henry

as Grandpa

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Janis Ahern

as Meredith's Mother

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Solomon Mousley

as Meredith's Brother

Lindsay Morton

as Meredith's Best Friend

Robert Firth

as Dr. Fitzgibbon

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Melia Kreiling

as Bereet

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Tom Proctor

as Horuz

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Nick Holmes

as Horuz' Mate

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Max Wrottesley

as Sacrificed Nova Corpsman

Stan Lee

as Xandarian Ladies' Man

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Nicole Alexandra Shipley

as Pretty Xandarian

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Sharif Atkins

as Nova Arresting Pilot

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Brendan Fehr

as Corpsman Dey's Partner

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Tomas Arana

as Kree Ambassador

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Mikaela Hoover

as Nova Prime's Assistant

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Emmett Scanlan

as Head Riot Guard

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Dominic Grant

as Angry Guard

Spencer Wilding

as Mean Guard

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Alison Lintott

as Sad Woman with Horns

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Alexis Rodney

as Moloka Dar

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Nathan Fillion

as Monstrous Inmate

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Keeley Forsyth

as Mottled Prisoner

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Frank Gilhooley

as Burly Prisoner

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Alexis Denisof

as The Other

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Enzo Cilenti

as Watchtower Guard

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Richard Katz

as One Legged Prisoner

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Ene Frost

as Rifle Guard

Ronan Summers

as 'Drop the Leg' Guard

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Ophelia Lovibond

as Carina

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Laura Ortiz

as Tortured Pink Girl

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Marama Corlett

as Pit Boss

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Rosie Jones

as Lady of the Boot of Jemiah

Abidemi Sobande

as Lady of the Boot of Jemiah

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Jennifer Moylan-Taylor

as Sad Krylorian Girl

Bruce Mackinnon

as One-Eyed Ravager

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Ralph Ineson

as Ravager Pilot

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Rob Zombie

as Ravager Navigator (voice)

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Naomi Ryan

as Nova Centurion

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John Brotherton

as Nova Starblaster Pilot

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Graham Shiels

as Alien Nova Pilot

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James Gunn

as Maskless Sakaaran

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Douglas Robson

as Maskless Sakaaran

Rachel Cullen

as Corpsman Dey's Wife

Isabella Poynton

as Corpsman Dey's Daughter

Imogen Poynton

as Corpsman Dey's Daughter

David Yarovesky

as Goth Ravager

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Miriam Lucia

as Crying Xandarian Citizen

Josh Brolin

as Thanos (uncredited)

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Lloyd Kaufman

as Prisoner (uncredited)

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Tyler Bates

as Ravager Pilot (uncredited)

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Seth Green

as Howard the Duck (voice) (uncredited)

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Jozef Aoki

as Kyln Prisoner (uncredited)

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Erica Melargo

as Xandar Resident (uncredited)

Crew of Guardians of the Galaxy

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Full Cast of Guardians of the Galaxy

Chris Pratt

Zoe Saldaña

Dave Bautista

Vin Diesel

Bradley Cooper

Lee Pace

Michael Rooker

Karen Gillan

Djimon Hounsou

John C. Reilly

Glenn Close

Benicio del Toro

Laura Haddock

Sean Gunn

Peter Serafinowicz

Christopher Fairbank

Krystian Godlewski

Wyatt Oleff

Gregg Henry

Janis Ahern

Solomon Mousley

Lindsay Morton

Robert Firth

Melia Kreiling

Tom Proctor

Nick Holmes

Max Wrottesley

Stan Lee

Nicole Alexandra Shipley

Sharif Atkins

Brendan Fehr

Tomas Arana

Mikaela Hoover

Emmett Scanlan

Dominic Grant

Spencer Wilding

Alison Lintott

Alexis Rodney

Nathan Fillion

Keeley Forsyth

Frank Gilhooley

Alexis Denisof

Enzo Cilenti

Richard Katz

Ene Frost

Ronan Summers

Ophelia Lovibond

Laura Ortiz

Marama Corlett

Rosie Jones

Abidemi Sobande

Alex Rose

Ekaterina Zalitko

Emily Redding

Stephen Blackehart

Jennifer Moylan-Taylor

Bruce Mackinnon

Ralph Ineson

Rob Zombie

Naomi Ryan

John Brotherton

Graham Shiels

James Gunn

Douglas Robson

Rachel Cullen

Isabella Poynton

Imogen Poynton

David Yarovesky

Miriam Lucia

Josh Brolin

Lloyd Kaufman

Tyler Bates

Seth Green

Jozef Aoki

Erica Melargo

Crew of Guardians of the Galaxy