The beloved character Groot from the Guardians of the Galaxy is returning for a second season of the animated shorts series “I Am Groot” on Disney+.
The new season is set to premiere on September 6, 2023, and will consist of five shorts. The series follows Groot as he explores the universe aboard the Guardians’ spaceships, encountering new creatures and environments.
The trailer for the second season gives a glimpse of Groot’s adventures, including encounters with an ice cream truck spaceship, the Watcher from Marvel’s “What If…?”, and amusing moments like Groot making hot cocoa and trying out a human nose.
Vin Diesel will continue to voice Groot, and Kristen Lepore will return as the writer and director. The show’s first season was praised for embracing Baby Groot’s mischievous behavior and non-essential charm.
The new season of “I Am Groot” is expected to tie in with the broader Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), providing Groot with new adventures and further developing his character.
“I Am Groot” Season 2 will continue the animated series’ short and light-hearted episodes, offering fans an exciting journey through the galaxy. While details of the plot are under wraps, viewers can expect Groot to cause chaos and make new friends.
The season maintains the show’s connection to the wider Marvel Cinematic Universe, adding to its charm. Groot’s developed character arc in the series has made him a beloved figure among MCU characters.
I Am Groot is a series of five animated shorts that follows the adventures of Groot, the beloved tree-like alien from the Guardians of the Galaxy films. The shorts are set in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) and are directed by Kirsten Lepore.
The first season of ‘I Am Groot’ premiered on Disney+ on August 10, 2022. The 5 shorts were all very short, clocking in at around 4-6 minutes each.
They are mostly silent, with Groot only communicating through his famous catchphrase, “I am Groot.” However, the shorts are still full of humor and heart, and they offer a fun glimpse into Groot’s life after the events of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2.
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I Am Groot has been praised by critics for its charming animation, its humor, and its heartwarming story. The series has also been a commercial success, with Disney+ reporting that it was one of the most-watched original series on the platform in its first week of release.
If you’re a fan of the Guardians of the Galaxy films or just looking for a short, sweet, and heartwarming animated series to watch, then you will again find ‘I Am Groot’ so adorable. It’s a lot of fun, and it’s sure to leave you with a smile on your face.