"James Cameron confirms Avatar 2's production, aiming for a Christmas 2017 release"
Alright, Avatar fans, brace yourselves! It seems the long-awaited sequel to the groundbreaking film is finally on its way, with James Cameron announcing a 2017 release date.
Rumors about the release date of Avatar 2 have been circulating for a while now, as the movie was initially planned for a 2014 release, five years after the original. However, it appears Cameron has a more ambitious plan in mind - he plans to shoot not just one, but the next three films in the series simultaneously!
Speaking to the Montreal Gazette, Cameron revealed that the first of these sequels is now scheduled for Christmas 2017. The others are set to hit screens in 2018 and 2019. "Christmas of '17 is the target," he said.
He also shared that the design part of the production, including creatures and landscapes, is more or less finished. He described this aspect of the production as "enormous". "It's been about a two-year task," he added.
Little is known about the plot of Avatar 2, but we do know that both Sam Worthington and Sigourney Weaver are set to return. While we can't say much about the story, Cameron has previously hinted that fans can expect something seriously impressive. "I can tell you one thing about them, they're gonna be bitchin'," he said last year. "You will s**t yourself with your mouth wide open."
Intriguing, right? It looks like we're in for a wild ride!
To learn more about the Avatar sequels, check out this insightful article.
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Avatar Sequel Release Schedule
- Avatar: The Way of Water (Avatar 2) was released on December 16, 2022. [Source: IMDb, Box Office Mojo]
- Avatar: Fire and Ash (Avatar 3) is scheduled for December 19, 2025. [Sources: Deadline, Variety]
- Avatar 4 is currently planned for December 21, 2029. [Sources: ComingSoon.net, Collider]
Filming Approach
- The third and fourth films were part of a joint production effort during initial filming. [Sources: Empire, Collider]
- Avatar 3 and Avatar 4 were shot concurrently with Avatar 2 between 2017 and 2020, with principal photography wrapping in December 2020. [Source: The Verge]
- However, post-production and additional shooting for later sequels likely continue separately, as Cameron has emphasized technological and narrative complexities driving staggered releases. [Sources: Collider, The Verge]
Future Plans
- Avatar 5 is tentatively slated for December 19, 2031. [Sources: ComingSoon.net, Collider]
Sources:- IMDb - Avatar- Box Office Mojo - Avatar- Deadline - Avatar 3 Release Date Announced- Variety - Avatar 3 Gets Release Date, Avatar 4 and 5 Regain Dates, Too- Empire - Avatar 4 Release Date Confirmed- Collider - Avatar 5 Release Date Confirmed, Avatar 4 Set for 2024 Release and Confirmed Avatar 3 Title- The Verge - The Avatar sequels will release 12 years apart, according to James Cameron's new timeline- ComingSoon.net - Avatar 4 and Avatar 5 Get Release Dates, Avatar 3 Title Revealed
Movies-and-TV enthusiasts, get excited! The sequel to the groundbreaking film 'Avatar', now titled 'Avatar: The Way of Water', was finally released on December 16, 2022, following years of speculation and anticipation. Interestingly, James Cameron initially planned to shoot not just one, but the next three films in the series simultaneously, with the second and third installments scheduled for December 19, 2025, and December 21, 2029, respectively. Weaver, who played a significant role in the original, is set to return for these sequels, ensuring an incredible continuation of the series. Keep an eye on the 'entertainment' section of your local gazette or online sources for more updates on the Avatar sequels.
