James Gunn will write, direct "Guardians of the Galaxy 3"

"Guardians of the Galaxy vol. 2" isn't even out yet but fans can rejoice at some exciting news: there will be a threequel.

"I'm returning to write and direct Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3," director James Gunn said in an expansive social media post. (The entire thing is below).

GG2 filmed at Atlanta's Pinewood Studios facility in Fayette County; presumably GG3 will shoot here as well.

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"Guardians of the Galaxy vol. 2" is due out May 5. Here's the trailer:

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And here is Gunn's missive:

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