---
title: "Guardians of the Galaxy"
year: 2014
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/guardians-of-the-galaxy-2014"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 118340
imdb_id: "tt2015381"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 121
community_rating: 7.9
vote_count: 29923
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# Guardians of the Galaxy (2014) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/guardians-of-the-galaxy-2014

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The film Guardians of the Galaxy is a 2014 action, science fiction, and adventure movie. It is set in a distant part of the universe, where a young man named Peter Quill is the target of a manhunt. Peter Quill has been abducted and has been living on his own for a significant amount of time. The manhunt is sparked by his discovery of an orb that is highly sought after by a powerful individual named Ronan the Accuser. The film follows Peter Quill's journey as he navigates this situation, and the events that unfold.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "An abducted human becomes the target of a galactic manhunt after finding a mysterious orb."

### Why Watch
- fast-paced narrative
- expansive world-building

### Caveats & Content Note
- contains intense action sequences
- Tone & Suitability: The film is rated PG-13 and features action-oriented content.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: action, science fiction, adventure

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Disney Plus | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Disney Plus | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Disney Plus | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | Disney Plus | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: James Gunn
- **Networks / Studios**: Marvel Studios

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Chris Pratt** as *Peter Quill*
- **Zoe Saldaña** as *Gamora*
- **Dave Bautista** as *Drax*
- **Vin Diesel** as *Groot (voice)*
- **Bradley Cooper** as *Rocket (voice)*
- **Lee Pace** as *Ronan*
- **Michael Rooker** as *Yondu Udonta*
- **Karen Gillan** as *Nebula*
- **Djimon Hounsou** as *Korath*
- **John C. Reilly** as *Corpsman Dey*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the film about?
It follows Peter Quill, who is abducted from Earth and later hunted for an orb sought by Ronan the Accuser.

### Q: When was it released?
The film was released in the United States on August 1, 2014.

### Q: What is the genre?
It is classified as an action, science fiction, and adventure film.

### Q: Who produced the movie?
The film was produced by Marvel Studios.

### Q: How long is the film?
The runtime of the film is 2 hours and 1 minute.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Guardians of the Galaxy — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/118340)
- [Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guardians_of_the_Galaxy_Vol._2)

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