Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3 director James Gunn gives EXCITING update for Marvel fans

The Marvel Cinematic Universe may be gearing up for climactic epic Avengers Infinity War and its untitled sequel, but plans are already in place for Phase 4 of the franchise.

So far only two films are confirmed in the form of a Spider-Man: Homecoming sequel and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3 –

Director James Gunn, who helmed the first two Guardians movies with Chris Pratt and co, is currently working on Vol 3 and now has a new update for fans.

Taking to his Instagram, the filmmaker posted a picture of himself holding a Baby Groot mug.

Gunn added: “And one of the films that will kickstart the new story will be Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3.”

Avengers: Infinity War will be released in UK cinemas on April 27, 2018, followed by Avengers 4 on April 26, 2019 and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3 in 2020.