Avatar is one of the most popular franchises of all time, and to be honest, it is one of the most gorgeous films I have watched to date. The breathtaking 3D technology and the fantastic world of Pandora are what make the franchise stand out in the crowd. The films of the franchise never get out of fashion, and there’s always someone who wants to watch the movies every now and then. So, this article talks about the correct watch order of the Avatar films for such viewers.
How Many Avatar Movies Are There?
The Avatar franchise has blessed the industry with three incredible movies at the time of writing this article. Following that, two more untitled movies will be released in 2029 and 2031, respectively. Moreover, James Cameron has revealed that the profitability of the fourth and fifth films will determine the future of the franchise.
Avatar Movies in Chronological & Release Date Order
There are several film franchises out there that flaunt a complex watch order; for instance, the prequel series gets released after the sequels. That’s the reason why fans always look for the correct watch orders of such properties. However, in the case of Avatar, you don’t have to hassle as it features a straightforward order.
- Avatar (2009)
- Avatar: The Way of Water (2022)
- Avatar: Fire and Ash (2025)
- Avatar 4 (2029)
- Avatar 5 (2031)
1. Avatar (2009)
Image Credit: 20th Century Fox (Amazon)
- Release Date: December 18, 2009
- IMDb/Rotten Tomatoes: 7.9/80%
- Director: James Cameron
- Starring: Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldana, Stephen Lang, Michelle Rodriguez, Sigourney Weaver
I won’t say Avatar has the best story, but yes, it has the best visuals, which certainly make it worth watching. Coming from someone who has blessed the industry with projects like Titanic and The Abyss, Avatar never fails to blow my mind, even after so many years since its release. That’s how gorgeous the movie is.
After his brother is murdered in a robbery, Jake Sully steps forward to replace him for a greater cause. The mission is to protect the Na’avi race, which resides on the moon planet of Pandora. During the mission, he also learns about the evil plans of Parker Selfridge, RDA’s head administrator. Jake Sully must protect the race, and the only way to do so is to adopt the ‘Avatar’ identity.
2. Avatar: The Way of Water (2022)
Image Credit: 20th Century Fox (Amazon)
- Release Date: December 16, 2022
- IMDb/Rotten Tomatoes: 7.5/76%
- Director: James Cameron
- Starring: Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldaña, Sigourney Weaver, Stephen Lang, Kate Winslet
The first Avatar film saw a massive success at the box office. In fact, it is one of the highest-grossing films of all time. So, it makes sense why James Cameron decided to make multiple sequel projects of Avatar. Following several delays, the second Avatar film was released in 2022, and again, it captured the souls and eyes of every viewer. Hence, it’s no wonder the film grossed $2.320 billion against a budget of $350–460 million.
Avatar: The Way of Water sees Jake Sully living peacefully with his loving wife Neytiri and their children on Pandora until a new threat arises. Alongside his wife, Sully must form an army and fight against the wrongdoers to protect his family and every Na’avi.
3. Avatar: Fire and Ash (2025)
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- Release Date: December 19, 2025
- Director: James Cameron
- Starring: Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldaña, Sigourney Weaver, Stephen Lang, Kate Winslet, Giovanni Ribisi, David Thewlis, Oona Chaplin
James Cameron announced Avatar: Fire and Ash following the success of the first film. The director initially planned to release the sequels in 2014 and 2015, respectively. However, changes in the details, production style, technologies, and writing kept delaying the project. Like the second film, Fire and Ash faced countless delays.
The film sees the rise of a new, aggressive Na’vi tribe led by the ferocious Varang. She is cunning and brutal, and wants to take over the resources of Pandora. This time, Jake Sully and his wife, Neytiri, don’t have to fight their human enemies, but also the threat that rises from within their world itself. The film is set after the events of The Way of Water and pushes the saga into a darker and more intense phase.
Upcoming Avatar Movies
Apart from the aforementioned movies, there are two Avatar movies that have been announced already. You can learn about them below:
Avatar 4
- Release Date: December 21, 2029
- Director: James Cameron
- Starring: Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldaña, Sigourney Weaver, Stephen Lang, Kate Winslet, Giovanni Ribisi, David Thewlis, Oona Chaplin
While it’s too early to expect any massive news about Avatar 4, we are acquainted with the fact that some scenes of the film were filmed simultaneously with the filming of the second and third films. During an interview, the director also teased that the fourth film would take place four years after the events of the third film.
Avatar 5
- Release Date: December 19, 2031
- Director: James Cameron
- Starring: Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldaña, Sigourney Weaver, Stephen Lang, Kate Winslet, Giovanni Ribisi, David Thewlis, Oona Chaplin
Avatar 5 was unveiled in 2016, and we also learned that the film will finally be set on Earth. James Cameron hinted that Jake and Neytiri would survive until the fifth film. In fact, this time, they must tackle climate change on Earth while fighting their enemies.
Aparna is a Senior Entertainment Writer at Beebom with 4 years of experience in the industry. Specializing in Jujutsu Kaisen and everything horror, she brings in-depth insights and a passion for storytelling to her coverage. Recently, she has interviewed Abby Trott, the voice actress behind Demon Slayer’s Nezuko and Dandadan’s Momo. She has also interviewed Adam McArthur, the one to voice Yuji Itadori in JJK, delivering exclusive content for fans. Previously, she contributed her expertise to some notable publications including Sportskeeda, Dexerto, and Forever Geek, honing her craft in entertainment journalism.
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2025 proved a blessing for cinephiles, offering a wide range of movies and television series. While some of the movies were released in theatres, others arrived on streaming services. In fact, there are also some that several fans missed watching in theatres. So, with the year coming to an end, we have listed the five best movies of 2025 that you can stream on Netflix right now.
1. Frankenstein
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- Release Date: November 7, 2025
- Director: Guillermo del Toro
- Cast: Oscar Isaac, Jacob Elordi, Mia Goth, Christoph Waltz
- IMDb/ Rotten Tomatoes: 7.5/ 85%
Netflix’s Frankenstein is one of the best screen adaptations of the 1818 classic novel. Do you think you know the movie’s story? Well, you might be proved wrong. Frankenstein was Guillermo del Toro’s dream project, so he crafted a brilliant story based on the original. Well, the best part of his vision was that he didn’t make the creature seem like a mere horror; instead, he allowed us to see the creature’s human side.
Frankenstein follows Victor Frankenstein, a scientist, who is fascinated with death. So, he creates a creature using the body parts of the corpses. However, after the creature comes to life, Victor becomes frustrated with its appearance and the way it speaks and moves. He abandons him, but the creature, unable to accept rejection, follows Victor to seek answers.
2. Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery
Image Credit: T-Street Productions (via Netflix)
- Release Date: December 12, 2025
- Director: Rian Johnson
- Cast: Daniel Craig, Josh O’Connor, Glenn Close, Josh Brolin, Mila Kunis, Jeremy Renner, Kerry Washington, Andrew Scott, Cailee Spaeny, Daryl McCormack, Thomas Haden Church
- IMDb/ Rotten Tomatoes: 7.5/ 93%
A Knives Out Mystery film never disappoints, and Wake Up Dead Man raised everyone’s expectations from the franchise even more. Unlike the previous instalments, this one comes with a more serious and intriguing plot. On top of everything, Daniel Craig’s Blanc has evolved more than ever and appears as a fully realised detective in Wake Up Dead Man.
The story of Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery kicks off with the murder of a religious leader in a small upstate New York church. A troubled priest of the church becomes the prime suspect, but when Blanc enters the picture, he instantly realises there is more beneath the surface that has not yet come to light.
3. KPop Demon Hunters
Image Credit: Sony Pictures Animation
- Release Date: June 20, 2025
- Director: Maggie Kang, Chris Appelhans
- Cast: Arden Cho, Ahn Hyo-seop, May Hong, Ji-young Yoo, Yunjin Kim, Daniel Dae Kim, Ken Jeong, Lee Byung-hun
- IMDb/ Rotten Tomatoes: 7.5/ 95%
KPop Demon Hunters arrived on Netflix in June 2025 and, within days, garnered a huge fanbase for its stylish animation and top-notch visuals. Instead of just being a parody of KPop, it features behind-the-scenes, idol training, stage personas, and everything in the most subtle way. Above all, we also see the lead protagonists dealing with the supernatural while maintaining their normal lives.
Kpop Demon Hunters follow a girl group, who are Kpop idols during the day and trained demon hunters at night. They have taken on the responsibility of protecting the human world from the demonic threats that emerge from time to time. So, basically, when on stage, they are not only performing for their audience, but they are also creating an energy with their music that weakens the demons, keeping their fans safe.
4. Bring Her Back
Image Credit: Causeway Films (via Prime Video)
- Release Date: May 29, 2025
- Director: Danny Philippou, Michael Philippou
- Cast: Billy Barratt, Sora Wong, Jonah Wren Phillips, Sally Hawkins
- IMDb/ Rotten Tomatoes: 7.1/ 89%
Bring Her Back is one of those horror movies that depends on cheap jump scares. Instead, it makes the horror feel personal wth the unsettling setting and the uneasy silences. Besides that, it features a slow-burning story that rewards those who unapologetically stick to it until the very end.
Andy and Piper are placed in the care of a foster mother, Laura, after the death of their father. As the story moves forward, Laura is seen desperate to bring her dead daughter back to life. So, she decides to use blind Piper as a vessel.
5. Counterattack
Image Credit: Draco films (via Netflix)
- Release Date: February 28, 2025
- Director: Chava Cartas
- Cast: Luis Alberti, Noe Hernandez, Leonardo Alonso, Luis Curiel, David Leon, Guillermo Nava
- IMDb/ Rotten Tomatoes: 6/ 69%
There are rare movies out there that skip the over-explaining part and put the focus entirely on the central point, and Counterattack is one among those golden gems in existence. It is a Mexican movie that jumps straight into the action and follows a tight script throughout, without feeling rushed at any point. If you enjoy action films, this one is perfectly suitable for you.
The movie follows Captain Armando Guerrero, the lead officer of a Mexican special unit tasked with carrying out a routine operation. However, unknowingly, they cross paths and come in the way of a brutal drug cartel, and become their targets.
Aparna is a Senior Entertainment Writer at Beebom with 4 years of experience in the industry. Specializing in Jujutsu Kaisen and everything horror, she brings in-depth insights and a passion for storytelling to her coverage. Recently, she has interviewed Abby Trott, the voice actress behind Demon Slayer’s Nezuko and Dandadan’s Momo. She has also interviewed Adam McArthur, the one to voice Yuji Itadori in JJK, delivering exclusive content for fans. Previously, she contributed her expertise to some notable publications including Sportskeeda, Dexerto, and Forever Geek, honing her craft in entertainment journalism.
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