{
  "id": 9247759,
  "title": "Sean Gunn Confirms He’s Retired From Playing Rocket Raccoon in the MCU: ‘I’m Too Old’",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/23/sean-gunn-confirms-hes-retired-from-playing-rocket-raccoon-in-the-mcu",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-23T02:06:52.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TheWrap",
    "slug": "thewrap",
    "url": "https://www.thewrap.com/creative-content/movies/sean-gunn-confirms-retirement-rocket-raccoon-mcu-video/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Sean Gunn has confirmed he is retiring from playing Rocket Raccoon in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, stating he is \"too old\" for the role. The actor appeared on Brandon Davis' video podcast \"Main Character\" ahead of the release of his new film \"Appofeniacs,\" where he discussed his time in the MCU and his decision to retire from the role. Gunn portrayed Rocket in the original \"Guardians of the Galaxy\" films, as well as providing motion capture reference for the character. While he admitted that his knees are fine, the physical demands of the role took a toll on his feet and ankles due to the constant pivoting required. Gunn's retirement from Rocket Raccoon comes as his brother, James Gunn, wraps up his trilogy of \"Guardians of the Galaxy\" movies with \"Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.\" The future of the team remains uncertain, but Sean Gunn encouraged younger actors to have a chance at playing the role. Additionally, Sean Gunn previously portrayed Weasel in both the DC Universe and James Gunn's \"The Suicide Squad,\" and also voiced G.I. Robot in the DC animated series \"The Creature Commandos.\"",
  "summary": "\"Not that they've called,\" the \"Guardians of the Galaxy\" star adds The post Sean Gunn Confirms He’s Retired From Playing Rocket Raccoon in the MCU: ‘I’m Too Old’ appeared first on TheWrap .",
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "The A.V. Club",
        "title": "Sean Gunn has retired as Rocket Raccoon",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/22/sean-gunn-has-retired-as-rocket-raccoon",
        "published": "2026-09-22T15:13:42.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}