[Credit: Walt Disney Company Korea] With the next Avatar film fast approaching, a brand-new documentary series is reigniting excitement among fans around the world. On Friday, Disney+ premiered Fire and Water: Making the Avatar Films, a two-part documentary that offers an exclusive look behind the scenes of James Cameron’s 2022 blockbuster Avatar: The Way of Water.
[Credit: Walt Disney Company Korea] The series goes beyond traditional CGI filmmaking, spotlighting the groundbreaking performance capture technology that transforms actors’ intricate emotional expressions into lifelike digital performances. Each episode features interviews with the main cast—including Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldaña, and Sigourney Weaver—along with insights from James Cameron and members of his production team. Together, they share untold stories and creative challenges that shaped Pandora’s cinematic universe. Adding to the anticipation, Fire and Water: Making the Avatar Films also teases exclusive footage from the upcoming Avatar: Fire and Ash, which hits theaters on December 17.
[Credit: Walt Disney Company Korea] The original Avatar (2009) became a worldwide phenomenon, grossing 2.92 billion USD globally and holding the No. 1 spot at the all-time worldwide box office for 16 years. The film’s groundbreaking visuals and immersive world redefined what audiences expected from big-screen storytelling. Its 2022 sequel, Avatar: The Way of Water, continued that legacy, earning 2.32 billion USD worldwide and ranking as the third-highest-grossing film of all time.
[Credit: Walt Disney Company Korea] Now, Cameron is back with Avatar: Fire and Ash, which promises to take viewers even deeper into the world of Pandora. The story follows the Sully family as they face a new and powerful threat, introducing the mysterious Ash People tribe and exploring fresh cultural and environmental frontiers. With James Cameron once again at the helm, the film is expected to deliver stunning visuals, massive-scale action, and a richly emotional story. Returning cast members Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldaña, and Sigourney Weaver reprise their roles, joined by Stephen Lang, Kate Winslet, and newcomers Oona Chaplin and David Thewlis, bringing fresh energy and new depth to the saga. Avatar: Fire and Ash opens in theaters worldwide on December 17.
