Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 (2017)
Kernel Score: 86% · 22,701 ratings · Rated PG-13
Genres: Science Fiction, Adventure, Action
Released: 2017-04-19
Runtime: 137 minutes
Is Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 worth watching?
Worth watching. More funny, colourful space adventure with an emotional streak about family. It's busier and looser than the first film, but the cast is lovable and the best scenes are heartfelt.
Watch it if you
- loved the first film
- like humour and heart in your action
- enjoy found-family stories
Skip it if you
- want a tighter plot
- haven't seen the first film
Best for: Family movie night
Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.
Where to watch Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2
- Stream: Disney+
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
The Guardians must fight to keep their newfound family together as they unravel the mysteries of Peter Quill's true parentage.
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 parents' guide: ages 10+
Parents need to know that Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 is a PG-13 Marvel adventure with plenty of action violence and crude humor, built around themes of family.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Expect frequent superhero action, sci-fi battles, and comic-book violence throughout.
- Language: Some — There is some profanity and crude humor at a PG-13 level.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG-13 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
Movies like Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2
If you liked Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, these are the movies we'd watch next.
- Guardians of the Galaxy (2014) — 90%: The first film, if you haven't seen it.
- Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 (2023) — 89%: The emotional close of the trilogy.
- Avengers: Infinity War (2018) — 90%: Big team-up with these characters.
- The Avengers (2012) — 87%: Marvel's first team-up.
- Captain America: Civil War (2016) — 85%: Marvel with real emotional stakes.
- Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014) — 86%: Sharper political thriller in Marvel's world.
Director
Cast
- Chris Pratt as Peter Quill / Star-Lord
- Zoe Saldaña as Gamora
- Dave Bautista as Drax
- Vin Diesel as Baby Groot (voice)
- Bradley Cooper as Rocket (voice)
- Kurt Russell as Ego
- Michael Rooker as Yondu
- Karen Gillan as Nebula
- Pom Klementieff as Mantis
- Sylvester Stallone as Stakar Ogord
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 FAQ
Is Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 worth watching?
Worth watching. More funny, colourful space adventure with an emotional streak about family. It's busier and looser than the first film, but the cast is lovable and the best scenes are heartfelt.
Where can I watch Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2?
In the US you can stream Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 on Disney+ and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 OK for kids?
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 is rated PG-13. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 10+. Parents need to know that Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 is a PG-13 Marvel adventure with plenty of action violence and crude humor, built around themes of family.
What movies are like Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2?
If you liked Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, try Guardians of the Galaxy, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, Avengers: Infinity War and The Avengers.