5 MCU Characters Dramatically Changed From Marvel Comics

Marvel Studios takes plenty of inspiration from its comic source material, but sometimes certain characters have been dramatically changed to fit into the MCU. Here's who, and why.

By Julia Delbel -

James Gunn Comments on Marvel Plans After Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3

James Gunn addresses his future with marvel after Guardians of the Galaxy: Vol. 3.

By Russ Milheim -

Thor 4: Chris Hemsworth Praises Co-Star Chris Pratt For His Marvel Improv

Chris Hemsworth praised Chris Pratt's Comedic Chops on the set of Thor: Love and Thunder.

By Russ Milheim -

Marvel Reportedly Casting Zac Efron-Type For Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 Role (Updated)

The Illumnerdi has exclusively revealed that Marvel Studios has put a casting call out for the role of Adam Warlock in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 and are said to be looking for a 'Zac Efron type.'

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Guardians of the Galaxy's Adult Groot Is No More, According To James Gunn

James Gunn reveals that the original Groot from Guardians of the Galaxy is "no longer with us."

By Richard Nebens -

James Gunn Teases Another DC Project After The Suicide Squad & Peacemaker

Director James Gunn of DC's The Suicide Squad and the MCU's The Guardians of the Galaxy hints on Instagram that he's working on another DC project.

By Savannah Sanders -

Thor 4: Dave Bautista Indicates He's Already Done Filming Drax Scenes

Drax actor Dave Bautista has seemingly hinted on his story that his filming on Thor: Love and Thunder has already complete, suggested the Guardians of the Galaxy's role in the film will be minor.

By Sam Hargrave -

Marvel's Thor 4: Evidence Suggests Smaller Roles For Guardians of the Galaxy Members

Pom Klementieff and Karen Gillan have finished filming for Thor: Love and Thunder.

By Pierre Chanliau -

Marvel's Thor 4: Set Photos Reveal Karen Gillan's Nebula & Mystery Alien Character

Karen Gillan has been spotted on the Thor: Love and Thunder in her full Nebula makeup, along with a mysterious alien character.

By Tom Drew -

James Gunn Reveals His (Likely) Favorite Avengers: Infinity War Scene

James Gunn reveals that Gamora's death is his favorite moment of Avengers: Infinity War.

By Richard Nebens -

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3: James Gunn Announces Retuning Crew Member For MCU Movie

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 director James Gunn reveals cinematographer from Vol. 3 will return for the third film.

By David Thompson -

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 Will Borrow The Mandalorian Production Technology

James Gunn confirms that the Volume Tech from The Mandalorian will be used on Guardians 3.

By Richard Nebens -

Thor 4: James Gunn Teases Ties To Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 While Praising Script

The Guardians director gives his stamp of approval for Waititi's Thor 4.

By Liam Crowley -

Thor 4: Set Photos Show Chris Hemsworth, Chris Pratt & More Marvel Cast In New Costumes

New photos from the set of Thor: Love and Thunder have revealed cast members Chris Hemsworth and Chris Pratt in costume as Thor and Star-Lord.

By Lauren Rouse -

Marvel's Thor 4: James Gunn Reveals He's Helping With Guardians of the Galaxy Heroes

A fan asked James Gunn on Twitter about his involvement with 'Thor: Love and Thunder,' to which he responded that he has been involved with the process.

By Russ Milheim -

Thor 4: Rocket Raccoon Actor Arrives In Australia For Marvel Production

Actor Sean Gunn confirmed his presence in Sydney, Australia just as production on Thor: Love and Thunder is starting up.

By Julia Delbel -

Marvel's Thor 4: Karen Gillan Cuts Hair For Nebula Role

It has been confirmed by Karen Gillan herself that she'll appearing as Nebula in Thor: Love and Thunder.

By Pierre Chanliau -

The Direct Podcast: Loki Season 2 Update, Robert Downey Jr. & Star Wars, MCU Scores Draft

In Episode 15 of The Direct Podcast, we break down this week's top stories and welcome on the hosts from the Friends From Work Podcast.

By Matt Roembke -

Doctor Strange & Spider-Man Rides Were Considered For Disneyland's Tower Of Terror Replacement

Doctor Strange & Spider-Man Rides were Considered For Disneyland's Tower Of Terror Revamp.

By Russ Milheim -

Dave Bautista Joins Marvel's Thor: Love and Thunder Cast Members In Sydney

Dave Bautista has been spotted in Syndey, Australia where 'Thor: Love and Thunder' is prepping for filming, making him the 5th 'Guardians of the Galaxy' member to join the crew!

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Taika Waititi Reportedly Filming Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy Disney World Ride

Thor: Ragnarok director Taika Waititi will film scenes for the all-new Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind ride at Disney's Epcot.

By Richard Nebens -

Chris Pratt Joins Chris Hemsworth For Thor: Love and Thunder Production Next Week

In an interview with Tom Holland, Chris Pratt confirms his involvement in Thor: Love and Thunder and that he would begin filming next week.

By Pierre Chanliau -

James Gunn Says Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 Won't Hurt Fans Like Game of Thrones Did

James Gunn expands on his process for making Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. 3, including taking the potential death of Rocket as a serious matter.

By Richard Nebens -

Marvel Artist Shares Images of Stan Lee From Captain Marvel Movie Intro

Concept artist Andy Park shares three images of Stan Lee that were used in the Captain Marvel intro to celebrate Lee's birthday.

By Richard Nebens -

James Gunn Reveals His Dream Marvel & DC Crossover Project

Marvel and DC's James Gunn takes to Twitter to reveal his dream crossover of characters from The Suicide Squad and Guardians of the Galaxy.

By Richard Nebens -

Bradley Cooper's Marvel Casting Received Pushback From Disney Exec

James Gunn discusses the process of Bradley Cooper taking the role of Rocket Raccoon and how much doubt was cast upon the move.

By Richard Nebens -

How James Gunn Pitched Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 Differently Than First Movie

When asked by a fan how he pitched Guardians of the Galaxy to Marvel Studios, James Gunn explained his pitch in a lot of detail.

By Pierre Chanliau -

Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy Director James Gunn Reacts To U.S. 'Guardians' Space Force Name

James Gunn takes to Twitter to poke fun at the newly announced US Space Force "Guardians" name.

By Richard Nebens -

Disney Confirms 2022 Debuts For Samuel L. Jackson's Secret Invasion & Don Cheadle's Armor Wars

The offical Disney Inverstor's Day supplemental packet confirms the release order for all thirteen new Disney+ shows in the MCU's Phase 4.

By Richard Nebens -

Amanda Seyfried Rejected MCU Offer Because She Thought Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy Would Bomb

Amanda Seyfried reveals that she didn't want to play Gamora out of fear that it would be Marvel's first major flop.

By Richard Nebens -

New Survey Reveals Marvel Studios' Domination of Top Movie & TV Franchises

According to a recent survey, Marvel movies make up 70% of the top 20 entertainment franchises.

By Pierre Chanliau -

Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 Keeps Christmas-Themed Working Title

"Hot Christmas" has been revealed as the working title for Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. 3.

By Richard Nebens -

Chris Pratt Jokes About Chris Hemsworth's Body While Confirming Thor 4 Role

In a post showing Chris Hemsworth getting back into shape for Thor: Love and Thunder, Chris Pratt confirms his involvement in the movie.

By Pierre Chanliau -

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3: James Gunn Shares Production Update on Marvel Threequel

James Gunn reveals on Twitter that Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. 3 has its script completed and production mostly set.

By Richard Nebens -

James Gunn Reveals Disney Rehired Him For Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 Long Before Announcement

Director James Gunn says that he was rehired for Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 well before it was officially announced by Marvel Studios.

By Tom Drew -

How James Gunn's The Suicide Squad Differs From the MCU's Guardians of the Galaxy

Empire releases new behind-the-scenes images from The Suicide Squads and new details from director James Gunn.

By Tom Drew -

Why James Gunn Refuses To Bring Yondu Back to Life In Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3

James Gun explains why he refuses to bring back Yondu after the character's death in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2

By Jennifer McDonough -

Marvel's Robert Downey Jr., Mark Ruffalo Voice Support For Avengers Co-Star Chris Pratt

MCU stars Robert Downey, Jr., Mark Ruffalo, and James Gunn come out in support of Chris Pratt amongst the Star-Lord actor's ongoing controversy.

By Richard Nebens -

Avengers: Infinity War's Ariana Greenblatt Really Wants to Play Teenage Gamora in MCU

Actress Ariana Greenblatt says she'd love to play a teenage Gamora again and newer characters during a new interview.

By Pierre Chanliau -

Why Chris Pratt's Star-Lord Never Has His 'Weird' Elemental Blasters in the MCU

James Gunn takes to Twitter to explain the absence of Peter Quill’s elemental guns in Guardians of the Galaxy.

By Richard Nebens -