Overview
The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special follows Mantis and Drax as they travel to Earth to kidnap Kevin Bacon as a Christmas present for Peter Quill.
Top Stars
The Perfect Holiday Special
James Gunn delivered exactly what fans wanted — a warm, funny, slightly absurd holiday special. Mantis and Drax kidnapping Kevin Bacon is the kind of premise only Guardians could pull off.
Mantis's Secret
The special revealed that Mantis is Peter Quill's half-sister — they share Ego as a father. This emotional revelation added genuine heart to what could have been pure comedy.
Fun Facts
- Kevin Bacon was genuinely excited to be part of the MCU
- The special is considered required viewing before Guardians Vol. 3
- The songs were performed by the Old 97s
- It was filmed on the same sets as Guardians Vol. 3
Card Collector's Corner
Holiday Special Cards: Festive Guardians Collectibles
The Holiday Special cards are fun seasonal collectibles featuring the Guardians in Christmas settings. Kevin Bacon cards are novelty items that collectors love.
Key Cards to Collect
- 2023 Upper Deck GotG Holiday Special Kevin Bacon — Novelty celebrity card, $5-15
- 2023 Upper Deck GotG Holiday Mantis/Drax — Buddy comedy duo card, $3-10
Kids & Family Favorites
Who's the Fan Favorite?
The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special introduced characters that kids absolutely love. From action figures to Halloween costumes, these characters drive massive merchandise sales every year.
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