The sequel is currently slated to premiere in December 2029.
The Big Picture
- Star Stephen Lang has shared behind-the-scenes photo of Avatar 4, hinting at the extraordinary journey ahead for the Avatar franchise.
- Avatar 4, along with two other upcoming sequels, promises to redefine blockbuster storytelling.
- Major changes in Avatar 3, including a new narrator and the introduction of new Na’vi clans, add intrigue to the evolving storyline.
After the wild success of Avatar: The Way of Water, it’s no surprise that the story is turning into a major blockbuster. Fueled by the triumph of the latest installment, Cameron is propelled to take the narrative forward with not one, but three upcoming Avatar sequels — each promising to redefine blockbuster storytelling. While Avatar 3 initially set its sights on a December 2024 release, the grand spectacle has now been postponed to grace the screens on 19 December 2025, teasing a cinematic event that’s worth the wait.
When Will ‘Avatar 4’ Be Released?
As the anticipation builds, Avatar 4 is poised to release on 21 December 2029, three years beyond its original schedule of 18 December 2026. The journey into the new decade continues with Avatar 5, set to captivate audiences on 19 December 2031, a strategic shift from its initial release date of 22 December 2028. Until then, Cameron has dropped a few glimpses into what’s to come for the franchise — including some major changes. For example, Avatar 3 will introduce a fresh perspective with Britain Dalton‘s Lo’ak taking on the role of narrator, breaking away from the tradition set by Jake Sully (Worthington) in the first two films.
The promise of new Na’vi clans and Pandoran biomes teased by Cameron and producer Jon Landau adds an intriguing layer to the evolving storyline. With the revelation that the Avatar 4 script surprised executives and plans to “go nuts,” audiences are in for a wild ride, brimming with unexpected twists and cinematic marvels. Prepare for a cinematic journey that transcends expectations and ushers in a new era of Avatar magic. Starting with Lang’s behind-the-scenes look below:
Avatar 2: The Way of Water
- Release Date
- December 16, 2022
- Director
- James Cameron
- Runtime
- 190 minutes
- Main Genre
- Sci-Fi
- Writers
- Rick Jaffa , James Cameron , Amanda Silver
- Franchise
- Avatar (Movies)
- Story By
- James Cameron
- Sequel
- Avatar 3
- Prequel
- Avatar (2009)
- Cinematographer
- Russell Carpenter
- Producer
- James Cameron, Jon Landau