Chris Pratt, known for his portrayal of Star-Lord in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), recently spoke about his character’s future, addressing fan concerns about Star-Lord’s absence from upcoming Avengers movies. In an interview with ScreenTime, Pratt reaffirmed commitments made to Guardians of the Galaxy fans regarding Star-Lord’s return.
He stated,
“We made a promise with Guardians of the Galaxy that Star-Lord would return. I think I would really love to make good on that promise.”
This statement follows previous remarks Pratt made about his character’s future and hints at his continued involvement in the franchise.
History of Star-Lord in the MCU and Recent Comments by Pratt
Since debuting as Peter Quill in 2014’s Guardians of the Galaxy, Chris Pratt has reprised the role across multiple MCU projects. These include Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, Thor: Love and Thunder, The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special, and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. He has also been part of major crossover events like Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame.
Reflecting similar sentiments last year during an interview with Collider, Pratt said,
“We made a promise at the end of Vol. 3 that the legendary Star-Lord will return, and he will return.”
However, he also indicated that the timeline or exact nature of the character’s return remains undisclosed.
Uncertainty Surrounding Star-Lord’s Appearance in Upcoming Avengers Films
Despite his critical role in the Avengers saga, Pratt is not currently listed among the confirmed cast members for Marvel’s next two Avengers films, Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars. When Marvel Studios announced the cast for Doomsday—marking the start of Phase 6 and the MCU’s fifth Avengers installment—Pratt’s name, along with those of his Guardians co-stars, was notably absent.
Avengers: Doomsday is set to be a significant crossover event that is expected to unite the Avengers alongside the Fantastic Four and the X-Men. Scheduled for release on December 18, 2026, this film will be followed by Avengers: Secret Wars on December 17, 2027. Both are anticipated to reshape the MCU’s storyline.
What Lies Ahead for Chris Pratt’s Character and MCU Fans
At this point, Marvel Studios has not disclosed when or how Star-Lord will next appear within the expanding MCU. Fans continue to await further official announcements regarding the beloved character’s trajectory. Pratt’s remarks suggest that Star-Lord’s journey is not over, maintaining anticipation around his eventual return.
