Unlocking the Secrets of I Am Groot Season 3: What You Need to Know!

Speculation has arisen following the release of season 2 that there will be more short adventures featuring Groot in the MCU in the upcoming season 3 of I Am Groot. The series first premiered on August 10, 2022, showcasing standalone shorts centered around the smallest member of the Guardians of the Galaxy. Although the first episode of season 1 takes place before the events of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 in 2017, the majority of the other episodes occur after the film (excluding the post-credits scene). Season 2 of I Am Groot was released on September 6, 2023, offering five new shorts delving into Groot's mischievous escapades.

Throughout the show, audiences have witnessed various milestones in Groot's journey, such as his first steps, the growth of his leaves following a mud bath, the development of his sense of smell, his battle against a snowman robot, and his fulfillment of an ancient prophecy. As attention now turns to season 3, the series has become popular under the new Marvel Studios Animation banner, standing out amidst a sea of lackluster superhero projects. Its success can be attributed not only to the endearing nature of Groot, who is adored by MCU fans, but also to the easy-to-digest and purely entertaining nature of the short stories. Here's everything we currently know regarding the possibility of I Am Groot season 3.

Is I Am Groot MCU Canon?

The canonicity of I Am Groot in relation to the wider MCU has long been a subject of debate among fans and Marvel Studios executives. James Gunn, director of Guardians of the Galaxy, has even expressed his belief that I Am Groot is not part of the canon in his MCU projects, similar to how the Team Thor One-Shots were not considered canon in Thor: Ragnarok. However, the series of shorts appears to seamlessly fit into the specific timeframe that Marvel Studios has allocated for it, namely between Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 and one of the film's post-credits scenes. Therefore, there is a strong possibility that the series is indeed canon within the MCU.

Is I Am Groot Season 3 Happening?

Marvel Studios has not officially confirmed a third season of the popular series, I Am Groot. However, creator Kristin Leopore shared that Marvel Studios was presented with 30 unique storylines for each season, indicating there is an abundance of ideas for potential future shorts. Moreover, it appears that the production of these captivating adventures could be swift and painless for Marvel Studios. Consequently, it is highly probable that we will witness further enchanting escapades featuring Groot in the future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

I Am Groot Season 3 Cast: Who Voices Groot & Will Other Guardians Appear?

If I Am Groot season 3 is developed for the MCU's future, there is no doubt that Vin Diesel will reprise his role as the beloved character. Diesel, who originally voiced Groot in Guardians of the Galaxy, has masterfully delivered the iconic line "I am Groot" with an incredible depth of emotion and creativity. Building on the established connections to the MCU, Bradley Cooper is likely to return as Rocket, while Jeffrey Wright's portrayal of the Watcher in What If...? opens the possibility of his appearance in I Am Groot season 3. Moreover, it is conceivable that other members of the Guardians of the Galaxy could join the stellar voice cast.

I Am Groot Season 3 Story: What Could The New Shorts Be About?

The stories of I Am Groot are full of surprises, as the young Guardian of the Galaxy finds himself in extraordinary and fantastical situations that no ordinary person could anticipate. However, it is possible that I Am Groot season 3 will take a different approach by focusing on an older version of Groot. While audiences have witnessed his transformation from Baby Groot to Teenage Groot in the post-credits scene of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, there is a significant period of time in between during which Groot has been growing up. Exploring this phase of Groot's life would be an exciting venture in I Am Groot season 3.

I Am Groot Season 3 Release Date Prediction

I Am Groot debuted its first season in August 2022, followed by season 2 on Disney+ in September 2023. Given this timeline, it is possible that I Am Groot could become an annual series. Assuming this pattern, the third season of I Am Groot is expected to premiere in the Fall of 2024 on Disney+. However, it remains uncertain whether the ongoing WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes will impede the production of the series' script and the involvement of its voice cast. Marvel Studios would be wise to consistently feature Groot's adventures, especially considering the potential scarcity of new Guardians of the Galaxy content for audiences.