Review by Jeremy_Urquhart

Between this and Werewolf By Night, I don't know if I'm really a big fan of these one-off Marvel specials. Neither's terrible, and at least they don't take up as much time as the Disney+ shows (I've given up on those, because they always feel simultaneously overlong and under-developed).

But I like the Guardians of the Galaxy, and seeing this was written and directed by James Gunn made me hopeful. It doesn't have the same kind of consistent humor or entertainment value that the first two movies have, but the characters themselves are at least better here than they were in their woeful Love & Thunder extended cameo.

The premise about kidnapping Kevin Bacon is probably funnier than the execution. Overall, it's disappointing that the jokes here were so hit-and-miss. There are funny moments, but there are also some really awkward and unfunny moments. The more heartfelt moments fare a little better, but I'm also not that crazy about Christmas, so it'll naturally appeal more to those who are, and probably be more emotional as a result.

In summary, it's definitely not bad (and I liked how the cheapness of it all was more charming than detrimental), but I can't see this Holiday Special sticking with me more than a few days (come December 25th, I may have forgotten I watched it).