Avatar: Fire and Ash will continue the epic saga of Na’vi and Pandora, and news surrounding the third entry is coming fast. Directed by James Cameron, Avatar: The Way of Water introduces a number of plot threads that could carry over into the next film. Not the least of which is the conflict between Colonel Quaritch and Jake and Neytiri’s family. Not only that, but it has been confirmed that Avatar: Fire and Ash will introduce a new Na’vi fire tribe too. With even more advanced digital effects and expanded franchise lore, Fire and Ash could be the most important movie in the series.

Avatar: Fire and Ash also already boasts an even bigger cast, which features more Academy Award winners, though they likely won’t be recognizable if they’re playing Na’vi. There is so much to look forward to with the next movie in the Avatar series, and it’ll be just as much of a spectacle as its predecessors. Here are the latest Avatar: Fire and Ash updates and everything to know about the third film in the flourishing Avatar franchise, including what to expect regarding the film’s story.

Avatar: Fire And Ash Latest News

New Details About The Wind Traders Are Revealed

With anticipation continuing to build for the blockbuster threequel, the latest news arrives in the form of a new image from Avatar: Fire and Ash. Offering the first look at the as-yet-unseen Wind Traders clan, new concept art has been revealed of David Thewlis’ new character, Peylak. Thewlis’ Peylak is the chief of the clan, and as the concept art reveals, has a unique look. Unlike the more traditional Na’vi, or the teal-skinned Metkayina clan, Peylak wears extravagant clothing and sports a braided hairstyle.

Avatar: Fire and Ash costume designer Deborah L. Scott offered more insight into the Wind Traders clan, especially highlighting their differences from the Ash Clan.

Scott said:

“They’re upbeat, happy, colourful. And when they come into our movie, everyone’s excited to see them. It’s like the circus is in town.”

“Originally [Peylak’s] cloak was a little more rugged, a little more rustic. But as all the clans developed, Jim [Cameron] said, ‘I just don’t think it’s grand enough.’ So I went back and reinvented it. The way [Thewlis] carries himself, he’s got great posture. He’s absolutely stunning in the movie.”

Avatar: Fire And Ash Release Date

Avatar 3 Is Arriving In Late 2025

It was previously announced that Avatar: Fire and Ash would be arriving in December 2024, but that quickly changed, and the movie is actually slated for December 19, 2025. The film has seen numerous delays over the years, from COVID-19 pandemic concerns to the 2023 Hollywood strikes, but the movie’s continued production is a good sign that Avatar: Fire and Ash won’t have any problems hitting its new release date.

Avatar: Fire And Ash Cast Details

The New & Returning Faces Of Pandora

The newest Avatar: Fire and Ash updates confirm the film will see Sam Worthington and Zoe Saldaña return as Jake and Neytiri, respectively. The bulk of the cast of The Way of Water is also returning, including many big names that are quintessential to the franchise. Sigourney Weaver’s Kiri is expected to have a larger role in the threequel, as is Britain Dalton’s Lo’ak.

The Avatar: Fire and Ash cast will also introduce a plethora of new characters. Oona Chaplin was cast to play the character Varang, the leader of the Ash Clan, who will appear in the remaining three sequels. David Thewlis will also join the film, playing Wind Traders chief Peylak.

So far, Avatar: Fire and Ash‘s confirmed cast includes:

Actor	Avatar: Fire and Ash Role
Sam Worthington	Jake Sully
Zoe Saldaña	Neytiri
Sigourney Weaver	Kiri
Britain Dalton	Lo’ak
Trinity Jo-Li Bliss	Tuk
Jack Champion	Spider
Stephen Lang	Quaritch
Kate Winslet	Ronal
Cliff Curtis	Tonowari
Bailey Bᴀss	Reya
Brendan Cowell	Mick Scoresby
Jemaine Clement	Dr. Ian Garvin
Edie Falco	General Frances Ardmore
Giovanni Ribisi	Parker Selfridge
Joel David Moore	Dr. Norm Spellman
CCH Pounder	Mo’at
Filip Geljo	Aonung
Duane Evans Jr.	Rotxo
Dileep Rao	Dr. Max Patel
Matt Gerald	Corporal Lyle Wainfleet
David Thewlis	Peylak
Oona Chaplin	Varang

Avatar: Fire And Ash Story Details

What Happens Next In The Avatar Saga?

Avatar: The Way of Water’s ending leaves a few storylines open for continuation. With Spider having rescued Colonel Quaritch from drowning, the film’s antagonist will likely continue his quest for revenge. Things could get worse before they get better, especially as Quaritch’s rage will be at an all-time high following The Way of Water’s final battle. The conflict between the Na’vi and the RDA will surely escalate, and it’s possible the RDA will come better prepared in Fire and Ash.

In the Q&A with Jon Landau, the producer revealed that Avatar: Fire and Ash will introduce two new Na’vi cultures. Landau explained, “We’re going to meet at least two new clans in the next movie,” Landau said. It has since been confirmed that one of these new cultures will be the Fire Clan Na’vi, of which Oona Chaplin’s Varang will be a part. The other is the Wind Traders Clan, led by David Thewlis’ Peylak. The Wind Traders are said to be more peaceful, while the Ash Clan is villainous.

A script excerpt from Avatar: Fire and Ash was revealed in the Avatar 2 bonus features (via The Direct). While it gives little away, it confirms that Kiri will learn more about her mother and Pandora. Kiri and Mo’at have a discussion about Kiri’s place, and it hints at another one of Jake’s sons suffering an injury. The bonus features hint at a new character called Va’ru, and that Spider can breathe Pandora’s air in Avatar 3. Given humans can’t breathe Pandora’s air, Kiri might have something to do with Spider’s new power, given that she has special abilities no one else does.