Vin Diesel recently shared news about a sequel focused on his MCU character Groot, but he removed the post shortly afterward, sparking curiosity among fans. The update revealed that Diesel had completed work on the project, though details were scarce. The actor’s message hinted at a continuation of the beloved tree-like character’s story within the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Details from Diesel’s Social Media Update
On Instagram, Diesel wrote,
“So much to be excited about… Finally finished the Groot sequel for our friends at Disney… The Arbor King,”
expressing enthusiasm about the new installment. He also added,
“You all know the other films in process or upcoming, but something about the continuation of that beloved floral colossus just feels different.”
However, he later changed the caption to remove the mention of Groot altogether, leaving the project’s status unclear.
Previous Groot-Related Projects and Diesel’s Role
Diesel has teased Groot-led projects before. Earlier this year, he mentioned Disney’s interest in a film called Planet X, which would follow Groot’s return to his home planet. Since first voicing Groot in the 2014 release Guardians of the Galaxy, Diesel has portrayed the character in multiple MCU films, including Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, Avengers: Infinity War, Avengers: Endgame, Thor: Love and Thunder, and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.
Expanding Groot’s Story Beyond the Films
In addition to the movies, Diesel voiced Baby Groot in the Disney+ animated series I Am Groot. The show features short episodes chronicling Baby Groot’s adventures as he grows and explores the universe. Season 1 debuted in August 2022, followed by Season 2 in September 2023. Diesel also contributed his voice to The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special, further expanding the character’s role in the MCU.
Future Prospects for Groot in the MCU
Despite Diesel’s hints, Marvel has not officially confirmed Groot’s involvement in any upcoming projects, including the next Avengers installment titled Avengers: Doomsday. For now, Diesel remains the primary source of information regarding Groot’s future, leaving fans eager to learn what lies ahead for the fan-favorite tree creature within the MCU.
