10 Obscure MCU Movie Secrets That Took Years To Discover

7. "Excelsior" In Skrull Language - Guardians Of The Galaxy

Thor Ragnarok Korg Taika Waititi
Marvel Studios

Though fans are still anxiously trying to find the one remaining Easter egg in Guardians of the Galaxy - one which director James Gunn says they've have uncovered 60% of - another secret was discovered in 2018, almost four years after the movie's release.

A fan took to Twitter to note that Stan Lee's memorable cameo scene, where he plays a "Xandarian Ladies' Man" speaking to an attractive woman, contains some text in the Skrull language which conceals a hidden message.

The text translates to Lee's iconic catchphrase "Excelsior," which Gunn himself confirmed on Twitter, while adding that it wasn't the final Easter egg fans are still seeking out to this very day.

Considering that only the most die-hard MCU fans would even consider translating some random alien text they find on-screen, it's hardly shocking that this one flew under the radar for so long.

Contributor
Contributor

Stay at home dad who spends as much time teaching his kids the merits of Martin Scorsese as possible (against the missus' wishes). General video game, TV and film nut. Occasional sports fan. Full time loon.