In 2009, the firstAvatarfilm was lauded for its unique concept and groundbreaking CGI.

13 years later,Avatar: The Way of Waterrevived the franchise to incredible success and similar acclaim.

Now,Cameron is continuing hisAvatarjourneywith the newly mintedFire and Ash.

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In an interview withRotten Tomatoes,Cameron explained theAvatar: Fire and Ashtitleby delving into the words' symbolism.

Ultimately, these two explanations hint at a devastating loss in the thirdAvatarmovie.

Avatar: Fire and Ashis slated for release on December 19, 2025.

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In fact, these character losses are almost to be expected.

Nothing can make a story more intense than the knowledge that beloved characters could perish at any time.

Sully is the franchise’s lead character and most notable hero.

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Then,Avatar: The Way of Waterintroduced Sully’s family and their fight for their way of life.

Yet, it may just be a change that is necessary for the future of the franchise.

This means thatif Sully is killed inAvatar: Fireand Ash,the franchise can be passed over to them.

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Though leaving Sully behind will be tragic,it will also allowAvatarto enter a new phase.

This is pivotal, as it will allowAvatarto be fresh and exciting over the course of several movies.

He must go out in a blaze of glory that proves his heroism.

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It seems realistic that Sully’s end would come as a sacrifice for his family.

In the end, this would makeAvatar: Fire and Ashparticularly epic and meaningful.

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Avatar: Fire and Ash is a 2025 science fiction film continuing the saga of Pandora.

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Jake Sully and Neytiri confront a formidable new enemy, the Ash People, led by Varang.

Struggling with personal loss and external threats, they strive to protect their family and Pandora’s future.