The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special (2022)
Kernel Score: 79% · 2,305 ratings · Rated PG-13
Genres: Comedy, Science Fiction, Adventure
Released: 2022-11-24
Runtime: 45 minutes
Is The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special worth watching?
Worth watching. A 45-minute Christmas special where the Guardians go to Earth to get Quill a present. It's silly and lightweight, but it has the usual James Gunn charm and takes little time.
Watch it if you
- love the Guardians
- want a short, festive laugh
- like James Gunn's humour
Skip it if you
- haven't seen the Guardians films
- want a serious story
Best for: Holiday quick watch
Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.
Where to watch The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special
- Stream: Disney+
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
On a mission to make Christmas unforgettable for Quill, the Guardians head to Earth in search of the perfect present.
The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special is a PG-13 Marvel special with comic sci-fi action and kid-focused humor.
- Violence & scariness: A little — Includes mild superhero action typical of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG-13 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
Movies like The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special
If you liked The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special, these are the movies we'd watch next.
- Guardians of the Galaxy (2014) — 90%: The original Guardians story, full of humour and heart.
- Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 (2017) — 86%: More of the Guardians' family dynamics and jokes.
- Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 (2023) — 89%: The emotional finale for the Guardians.
- Thor: Ragnarok (2017) — 87%: Fun, jokey Marvel adventure with a cosmic look.
- The Suicide Squad (2021) — 84%: James Gunn's other irreverent superhero ensemble.
- Violent Night (2022) — 82%: Christmas action comedy with a violent edge.
Director
Cast
- Chris Pratt as Peter Quill / Star-Lord
- Dave Bautista as Drax
- Karen Gillan as Nebula
- Pom Klementieff as Mantis
- Vin Diesel as Groot (voice)
- Bradley Cooper as Rocket (voice)
- Sean Gunn as Kraglin
- Rhett Miller as Bzermikitokolok
- Murry Hammond as Alien Band (Kortolbookalia)
- Ken Bethea as Alien Band (Sliyavastojoo)
The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special FAQ
Is The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special worth watching?
Worth watching. A 45-minute Christmas special where the Guardians go to Earth to get Quill a present. It's silly and lightweight, but it has the usual James Gunn charm and takes little time.
Where can I watch The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special?
In the US you can stream The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special on Disney+.
Is The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special OK for kids?
The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special is rated PG-13. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special is a PG-13 Marvel special with comic sci-fi action and kid-focused humor.
What movies are like The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special?
If you liked The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special, try Guardians of the Galaxy, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 and Thor: Ragnarok.