A breathtaking new trailer for Avatar: Fire and Ash, the highly anticipated third instalment in James Cameron’s record-breaking Avatar saga, has officially dropped, promising an unforgettable cinematic experience. Cameron, the Oscar®-winning filmmaker renowned for redefining the limits of visual storytelling, once again transports audiences to the vibrant world of Pandora for another groundbreaking adventure. The film is set to open exclusively in Australian and New Zealand cinemas on 18 December 2025, with screenings in IMAX 3D, Dolby Cinema 3D, RealD 3D, Cinemark XD, 4DX, ScreenX, and other premium formats, ensuring viewers can experience every breathtaking moment in stunning detail.
The story continues with Marine-turned-Na’vi leader Jake Sully (Sam Worthington), fierce warrior Neytiri (Zoe Saldaña), and the Sully family as they confront new challenges on their extraordinary home planet. This chapter delves deeper into Pandora’s rich mythology, revealing new biomes, species, and spiritual themes, all while maintaining the emotional core that has made the series so beloved. Returning cast members include Sigourney Weaver, Stephen Lang, and Cliff Curtis, alongside Kate Winslet, Oona Chaplin, Edie Falco, David Thewlis, and Jemaine Clement, among others. The screenplay is penned by Cameron, Rick Jaffa, and Amanda Silver, with a story developed by Cameron, Jaffa, Silver, Josh Friedman, and Shane Salerno.
Ahead of the release, fans will have the chance to revisit the awe-inspiring world of Pandora with a special cinematic engagement of Avatar: The Way of Water. The Oscar®-winning global phenomenon, which earned over $2.3 billion worldwide and claimed the Academy Award® for Best Visual Effects, will be re-released in 3D exclusively in cinemas for one week starting 2 October. This event offers audiences the opportunity to relive the visual mastery and emotional resonance that made The Way of Water one of the most successful films in history.
With Avatar: Fire and Ash, James Cameron continues to push the boundaries of cinematic storytelling and technology, blending cutting-edge visual effects with deeply human narratives. As anticipation builds ahead of its December release, audiences are set to return to Pandora in ways that promise to be more immersive and awe-inspiring than ever before. Avatar: Fire and Ash opens exclusively in Australian and New Zealand cinemas on 18 December 2025.