Critics' First Reaction: I Am Groot

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The ultimate fan-favorite character from the Guardians of the Galaxy movies now has his own show called…

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I Am Groot

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With only a 20-minute runtime with five short episodes, the show is set to hit Disney+ on August 10.

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What Did The Critics Have to Say About It

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General reactions to the show have been overwhelmingly positive, with the biggest highlight being…

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The Fun Animation

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People only have praises for the unique animation style and the wacky adventures of adorable Groot.

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The events of the short series are completely removed from canon and have no effect on future or past MCU content.

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