Published: November 9, 2026 · Last updated: November 9, 2026 · 3 min read

Avatar: Fire and Ash is a 2025 science fiction film directed by James Cameron. This guide provides an overview of the story and key production details.

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Avatar: Fire and Ash Ratings Snapshot

SourceScoreVotes
TMDB (audience votes)7.6/104665

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Avatar: Fire and Ash at a Glance

Poster for Avatar: Fire and Ash (2025)
Poster: TMDB
Release date2025-12-17
GenresScience Fiction, Adventure, Fantasy
Runtime3 h 18 min (198 minutes)
Directed byJames Cameron
Written byJames Cameron, Shane Salerno, Amanda Silver
Top castSam Worthington, Zoe SaldaƱa, Sigourney Weaver, Stephen Lang
US ratingPG-13
Production20th Century Studios, Lightstorm Entertainment, TSG Entertainment
FranchiseAvatar Collection
More detailsIMDb page · TMDB page

What Is Avatar: Fire and Ash About? (Spoiler-Free)

Following a major war and a personal loss, Jake Sully and Neytiri encounter the Ash People, an aggressive Na'vi tribe commanded by Varang. The family must protect their home and their lives during this escalating conflict on Pandora.

Cast and Characters

  • Sam Worthington as Jake
  • Zoe SaldaƱa as Neytiri
  • Sigourney Weaver as Kiri
  • Stephen Lang as Quaritch
  • Oona Chaplin as Varang
  • Jack Champion as Spider
  • Kate Winslet as Ronal
  • Cliff Curtis as Tonowari

Behind the Camera

Music bySimon Franglen
CinematographyRussell Carpenter
EditingJohn Refoua, Stephen E. Rivkin
ProducersJon Landau, James Cameron, Richard Baneham, Rae Sanchini

Who Should Watch Avatar: Fire and Ash?

It may suit you if:

  • You enjoy science fiction and fantasy adventures set on Pandora.
  • You want to see the continuation of the story involving Jake Sully and Neytiri.
  • You are interested in films featuring the Ash People and Varang.

You might skip it if:

  • You prefer films with a runtime shorter than 198 minutes.
  • You do not enjoy fantasy or science fiction genres.

Before You Watch

This PG-13 film has a runtime of 3 hours and 18 minutes. It is categorized as a science fiction adventure.

Movies Like Avatar: Fire and Ash

These picks come from TMDB’s audience recommendations for Avatar: Fire and Ash.

TitleTMDB scoreAbout
Rebel Moon - Part Two: The Scargiver (2024)6.0/10The rebels gear up for battle against the ruthless forces of the Motherworld as unbreakable bonds are forged, heroes emerge — and legends are made.
Avatar: The Way of Water (2022)7.6/10Set more than a decade after the events of the first film, learn the story of the Sully family (Jake, Neytiri, and their kids), the trouble that…
Avengers: Endgame (2019)8.2/10After the devastating events of Avengers: Infinity War, the universe is in ruins due to the efforts of the Mad Titan, Thanos.
Star Trek Into Darkness (2013)7.3/10When the crew of the Enterprise is called back home, they find an unstoppable force of terror from within their own organization has detonated the…
Star Trek Beyond (2016)6.8/10The USS Enterprise crew explores the furthest reaches of uncharted space, where they encounter a mysterious new enemy who puts them and everything…
Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (2016)7.5/10A rogue band of resistance fighters unite for a mission to steal the Death Star plans and bring a new hope to the galaxy.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Avatar: Fire and Ash (2025)?

Avatar: Fire and Ash (2025) runs 3 h 18 min (198 minutes), according to TMDB.

Who directed Avatar: Fire and Ash?

James Cameron.

Who stars in Avatar: Fire and Ash?

Sam Worthington, Zoe SaldaƱa, Sigourney Weaver, Stephen Lang, Oona Chaplin.

When was Avatar: Fire and Ash released?

The first release date listed on TMDB is 2025-12-17.

What is the US rating of Avatar: Fire and Ash?

TMDB lists a US rating of PG-13. Check the official rating body for the reasons behind it.

Data checked on November 9, 2026. Movie and TV data from TMDB. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Ratings via OMDb (IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes, Metacritic) where shown. Scores change over time; check the source for the latest numbers.

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About this guide. Published by Morfeli on November 9, 2026. Facts come from public data sources (TMDB, OMDb, Deezer) and are summarized with AI assistance. This page is a data summary, not a critic’s review or a personal opinion; nobody here claims to have rated the title. Scores and details change over time. See our Editorial Policy.