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Avatar: Fire and Ash Crosses $1 Billion, Eyes Future Sequels

1/5/2026

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James Cameron, director of Avatar, reports Avatar: Fire and Ash has surpassed $1 billion worldwide in 18 days since its December 19 release.
It has grossed $306 million domestically and $777.1 million internationally, pushing the franchise total above $6.35 billion.
Cameron says the film’s pace lags behind predecessors reaching $1 billion faster.
He says the success is needed to justify Avatar 4 and Avatar 5, set for 2029 and 2031.

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James Cameron, director of Avatar, reports Avatar: Fire and Ash has surpassed $1 billion worldwide in 18 days since its December 19 release.
It has grossed $306 million domestically and $777.1 million internationally, pushing the franchise total above $6.35 billion.
Cameron says the film’s pace lags behind predecessors reaching $1 billion faster.
He says the success is needed to justify Avatar 4 and Avatar 5, set for 2029 and 2031.