In this crossover podcast series, each month, Adam Hitchcock (The Streaming Circuit podcast) and Tom discuss each movie in chronological order for the Marvel Cinematic Universe's Infinity Saga. This time, Adam and Tom discuss The Guardians of the Galaxy (2014): directed and written by James Gunn with Nicole Perlman, music by Tyler Bates, starring Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldana, Dave Bautista, Bradley Cooper, and Vin Diesel. To find Part 1, subscribe to The Streaming Circuit feed wherever you get your podcasts. Plot Summary: In "Guardians of the Galaxy," director James Gunn crafts a rollicking space adventure that seamlessly blends humor, heart, and a killer soundtrack. The film introduces us to Peter Quill, a charming rogue played by Chris Pratt, who finds himself in possession of a mysterious orb with the power to destroy civilizations. As Quill assembles an unlikely team of misfits, including a green-skinned assassin Gamora (Zoe Saldana), a walking tree named Groot (Vin Diesel), a trigger-happy raccoon named Rocket (Bradley Cooper), and the vengeance-seeking Drax the Destroyer (Dave Bautista), the stage is set for a cosmic escapade unlike any other. Gunn's screenplay infuses the narrative with witty banter, cultural references, and a surprising amount of emotional depth. The chemistry between the cast is palpable, elevating the film beyond its genre trappings. While the plot follows some familiar superhero tropes, Gunn injects enough originality and personality to keep the audience engaged; successfully navigating between moments of laugh-out-loud comedy and poignant character development, making it a standout entry in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. You can now follow us on Instagram, Twitter, or TikTok (@gmoatpodcast) or find our Facebook page at Greatest Movie of All-Time Podcast. For more on the episode, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/mcu-crossover-series-guardians-of-the-galaxy-2014 For the entire MCU rankings list so far, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/greatest-mcu-movie-rankings-list Ronny Duncan Studios