Actor · Director
James Gunn Movies
James Gunn has appeared in 3 franchise films across Avengers and Superman, most often as Typewriting Monkeys (uncredited). The first was Guardians of the Galaxy (2014) and the latest is Superman (2025), and James Gunn also directed Guardians of the Galaxy (2014), Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 (2017), Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 (2023) and Superman (2025).
- Films
- 3
- Directed
- 4
- First
- 2014
- Best known as
- Typewriting Monkeys (uncredited)
James Gunn: Known For
James Gunn in Avengers Movies
Marvel cast| Year | Film | Role | Worldwide box office |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Guardians of the Galaxy | Maskless Sakaaran | $773 million |
| 2014 | Guardians of the Galaxy | Director | $773 million |
| 2017 | Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 | Director | $864 million |
| 2023 | Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 | Lamb-Shank (voice) | $846 million |
| 2023 | Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 | Director | $846 million |
See every film in the Avengers series.
James Gunn in Superman Movies
Superman cast| Year | Film | Role | Worldwide box office |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Superman | Typewriting Monkeys (uncredited) | $619 million |
| 2025 | Superman | Director | $619 million |
See every film in the Superman series.
Often On Screen With James Gunn
Facts
- Franchises on Cinvibe
- Avengers, Superman
- Films acted in
- 3
- Films directed
- 4
- Best known role here
- Typewriting Monkeys (uncredited) (1 film)
- First franchise film
- Guardians of the Galaxy (2014)
- Latest franchise film
- Superman (2025)
- Worldwide box office of these films
- $3.10 billion
FAQs
How many Avengers movies is James Gunn in?
James Gunn appears in 2 Avengers films: Guardians of the Galaxy (2014) and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 (2023).
Who does James Gunn play in Avengers?
James Gunn plays Maskless Sakaaran and Lamb-Shank (voice) in the Avengers films, first in Guardians of the Galaxy (2014).
Which Avengers movies did James Gunn direct?
James Gunn directed Guardians of the Galaxy (2014), Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 (2017) and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 (2023).
How many Superman movies is James Gunn in?
James Gunn appears in 1 Superman film: Superman (2025).
Who does James Gunn play in Superman?
James Gunn plays Typewriting Monkeys (uncredited) in the Superman films, first in Superman (2025).
Which Superman movies did James Gunn direct?
James Gunn directed Superman (2025).
Credits from TMDB. Box office from Box Office Mojo and The Numbers via each film page. Every actor, director and composer.








