Chris Pratt confirms that he will reprise his role as Star-Lord in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, saying the studio is already taking steps to make it happen. Variety reports that Pratt frames the development as something in motion, building on his history playing the character across multiple “Guardians of the Galaxy” films.

The outlets differ mainly in how they describe the status. Variety emphasizes that “hard action” has been taken and highlights Pratt’s relationship with Marvel Studios leaders, Kevin Feige and Lou D’Esposito. IGN All is more concise, stating that Pratt reaffirms the return and that plans are being made “right now,” without adding additional detail beyond the confirmation and timing.