Sean Gunn Is "Retired" From Rocket Raccoon Motion
Deadline • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Sean Gunn performs the motion-capture for Rocket Raccoon in the MCU, while Bradley Cooper provides the voice for the character.
- Gunn revealed that the physical demands of portraying Rocket, especially the strain on his feet and ankles from crouching and pivoting, have affected his body over time.
- At over 50 years old, Gunn has retired from performing Rocket’s motion capture, indicating he likely won't reprise the role physically in future Marvel projects.
- Although there are no current plans for a Guardians of the Galaxy sequel, James Gunn, now co-CEO of DC Studios, aims to bring more MCU talent into the DC Universe.
- Sean Gunn has already transitioned to the DCU, playing villain Maxwell Lord in the upcoming Superman film and appearing in the Peacemaker series.
