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Avatar: Fire and Ash Hits $1 Billion Box Office Milestone in Just Two Weeks

'Avatar: Fire and Ash' has officially crossed the $1 billion mark at the global box office just two weeks after its release. The film has earned $306 million domestically and $777.1 million internationally, making it director James Cameron's fourth film to reach this milestone. It joins 'Lilo & Stitch' and 'Zootopia 2' as the third film in 2025 to surpass $1 billion. The story continues the saga of the Sully family as they face the intensified pursuit of the antagonist Miles Quaritch.

Key Points: Avatar 3 Crosses $1 Billion at Global Box Office

  • Crossed $1B in 14 days
  • Cameron's 4th $1B+ film
  • Earned $306M domestic, $777M international
  • Among 3 films to hit $1B in 2025
  • Continues Sully family saga
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'Avatar: Fire and Ash' crosses USD 1 billion mark at worldwide box office

James Cameron's 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' surpasses $1 billion worldwide in 14 days, joining Titanic and other Avatar films in the elite club.

"I don't know if the saga goes beyond this point. I hope it does. - James Cameron"

Washington DC, January 5

'Avatar: Fire and Ash', the third instalment in James Cameron's acclaimed science fiction-fantasy franchise, officially crossed the USD1 billion mark at the global box office, just two weeks after its theatrical release on December 19, according to People.

The latest chapter in the Avatar saga has earned USD 306 million domestically and USD 777.1 million internationally, according to figures from 20th Century Studios. This milestone makes it Cameron's fourth film to surpass the USD 1 billion benchmark, joining the ranks of Avatar (2009), Avatar: The Way of Water (2022), and Titanic (1997).

Comparatively, Avatar: The Way of Water reached the USD1 billion mark in 14 days, while the original Avatar did so in 17 days, highlighting the enduring popularity of the franchise. Avatar: Fire and Ash is among three films in 2025 to have already crossed USD 1 billion, alongside Lilo & Stitch (USD 1.038 billion) and Zootopia 2 (USD 1.51 billion), according to 20th Century Studios, People reported.

The film continues the story of the Sully family shortly after the events of The Way of Water, following the tragic death of Jake (Sam Worthington) and Neytiri's (Zoe Saldana) eldest son Neteyam (Jamie Flatters), as antagonist Miles Quaritch (Stephen Lang) intensifies his pursuit.

The ensemble cast includes Kate Winslet, Cliff Curtis, Jack Champion, Joel David Moore, CCH Pounder, Giovanni Ribisi, Edie Falco, Oona Chaplin, Sigourney Weaver, David Thewlis, Trinity Jo-Li Bliss, Bailey Bass, and Dileep Rao, according to People.

Filmmaker James Cameron, 71, recently expressed uncertainty about the continuation of the saga, saying, "I don't know if the saga goes beyond this point. I hope it does. But, you know, we prove that business case every time we go out."

Avatar: Fire and Ash is currently playing in theatres worldwide.

- ANI

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Sarah B
Impressive numbers, but honestly, the story felt a bit repetitive. Same old conflict, just a new location. The spectacle is amazing, but I wish they'd take more narrative risks. Still, a fun theatre experience.
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Priya S
The environmental message is so powerful and relevant for us in India too. Protecting nature, respecting indigenous cultures... the film is more than just CGI. Took my kids and we had a great discussion afterwards.
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Vikram M
$1 billion in two weeks! That's insane. Our Bollywood hits do great numbers, but this global scale is something else. The marketing and release strategy is a masterclass. Hollywood's reach is truly worldwide.
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Rohit P
Enjoyed it, but the ticket prices for 3D are getting too high, yaar. Almost ₹800 in some multiplexes. Makes you think twice before going as a family. Hope they release it on streaming soon.
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Karthik V
James Cameron saying he's unsure about continuing the saga is surprising. They've built such a detailed universe. As a fan, I really hope they make more. The world of Pandora has so much more to explore!

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