Rocket (Marvel Cinematic Universe)

Rocket Raccoon, commonly referred to simply as Rocket, is a character from the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), portrayed by Bradley Cooper through motion capture, with his vocal performance being a significant aspect of his character. Based on the Marvel Comics character of the same name, Rocket is a genetically modified raccoon with intelligence and combat skills, often serving as a weapons expert and pilot.

In the MCU, he first appears in Guardians of the Galaxy (2014), where he joins a group of misfits, including Star-Lord, Gamora, Drax, and Groot, to form the Guardians of the Galaxy. Rocket's character is known for his sarcastic humor, technical genius, and deep-seated insecurities about his origins. His background involves experimentation and enhancement, leading to his complex emotional state.

Rocket plays a pivotal role in subsequent films, including Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 (2017) and Avengers: Infinity War (2018), and Avengers: Endgame (2019), where he contributes to the overall battle against the villains. He also features prominently in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, which continues to explore his character arc and relationships with the other Guardians.

Throughout the series, Rocket often serves as a source of comic relief while also providing depth and commentary on issues of identity, friendship, and loss. His unique personality and engaging storylines have made him one of the memorable characters in the MCU.

Appearances

Movie appearances


Year	Movie	Portrayed by
2014	Guardians of the Galaxy	Bradley Cooper (voice)
2017	Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2
2018	Avengers: Infinity War
2019	Avengers: Endgame
2023	Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3

Television appearances


Year	Television series/specials	Seasons	Episodes	Portrayed by
2022	I Am Groot	2	10	Bradley Cooper (voice)
2022	The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special	1	None	Bradley Cooper (voice)