$400M and counting! Avatar: Fire and Ash wows fans worldwide!

James Cameron ’s highly anticipated third installment of the Avatar franchise, Avatar: Fire and Ash , has made a stunning start at the box office , crossing the $400 million mark within its first week.

The film, starring Sam Worthington and Zoe Saldana , premiered in the U.S. on December 19 following earlier international releases. It earned $89 million domestically and $257 million overseas during its opening weekend, giving it a massive $346 million global debut. By mid-week, the worldwide total had surpassed $400 million, driven by strong audience turnout in key markets like China and India, along with the holiday season boost.

Fans have praised the film’s immersive 3D visuals, giving it a 91% audience score, even as critics offered mixed reviews ranging between 66% and 70%. The film’s combination of spectacular visuals and emotional family moments appears to be resonating strongly with viewers.

Industry analysts predict that Avatar: Fire and Ash will enjoy a robust second weekend and could be on track for a billion-dollar global run, reinforcing the enduring appeal of Cameron’s epic universe.