10 MCU Characters Who Died Way Too Soon

9. Korath The Pursuer

Djimon Hounsou Korath Guardians Galaxy
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If you haven't seen Guardians of the Galaxy in a little while, you'd be forgiven for forgetting that Korath the Pursuer (Djimon Hounsou) even died in the movie.

Best remembered for his hilarious opening confrontation with Star-Lord (Chris Pratt) - "Who?" - Korath nevertheless meets a grim fate in the film's climax, where Drax (Dave Bautista) rips out one of his head implants, killing him.

Considering Hounsou's acting skills and clear relish playing the character, Korath absolutely should've lived to fight another day, becoming a recurring goon throughout the Guardians movies and even beyond.

Thankfully fans got to see him again in the 90s-set Captain Marvel, though given how perfectly the character suits the tone of the Guardians films, it's a damn shame we'll never get to see him cross paths with Star-Lord and co. again.

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