Imagine stepping back into the vibrant world of Pandora once again. That’s the promise of the next installment in the Avatar saga. For now, fans can catch Avatar: Fire and Ash, which has just hit theaters. While the release dates for the fourth and fifth films are set for 2029 and 2031, there’s some mystery surrounding whether these sequels will ever actually be made.
James Cameron, the mastermind behind this epic universe, has hinted that he’ll reveal how the story wraps up, even if the subsequent films don’t make it to the big screen. “If we don’t get to make 4 and 5, for whatever reason, I’ll hold a press conference and I’ll tell you what we were gonna do. How’s that?” he shared with Entertainment Weekly.
While that sounds rather cheeky, we all know Cameron doesn’t joke when it comes to his creations. It’s a fine line, though; Disney might raise an eyebrow at him giving away critical story details for free. He once considered sharing the narrative through books if movies fell through but noted, “There’s no business model for [books] anymore. People aren’t reading.”
But here’s the good news: Avatar: Fire and Ash is performing exceptionally well at the box office, raking in about $153 million (approximately €144 million) domestically and $544 million (around €516 million) globally in just over a week. While it’s a slight drop compared to the previous installment, Avatar: The Way of Water, it should still cross the $1 billion (about €955 million) mark easily, paving the way for the next two films.
With scripts already in hand and actors eagerly on board, the biggest hurdle remains financial. Disney will need to allocate close to $1 billion (around €955 million) for production and marketing, along with getting Cameron to prioritize these projects over his other endeavors.
We’ll probably learn more early next year about the future of Avatar 4 and 5. And if those films don’t come to fruition, at least we have a guarantee that Cameron will share the story with us through some medium—be it a press conference, a book, or something entirely unexpected. After all, it’s James Cameron; who knows what surprises he might have up his sleeve?
What will happen if ‘Avatar 4’ and ‘5’ don’t get made?
James Cameron has promised to hold a press conference to reveal the plots of the fourth and fifth films if they don’t go into production.
How much did ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ earn in its opening week?
The film earned about $153 million (approximately €144 million) domestically and $544 million (around €516 million) globally in its first week.
What could prevent the continuation of the ‘Avatar’ saga?
The main obstacle seems to be the considerable investment required, estimated at nearly $1 billion (around €955 million), along with logistical challenges in scheduling and production.
Has Disney expressed any comments on the future of the ‘Avatar’ films?
While specific comments from Disney haven’t surfaced lately, their financial backing will be crucial for the continuation of the series.
Will James Cameron explore other media if the films don’t happen?
Cameron previously considered sharing the stories through books, but noted the declining popularity of reading as a medium.
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