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Avatar: Fire and Ash Tops $1 Billion Worldwide After 18 Days

The milestone underscores Disney’s strong 2025 slate, with the film’s ultimate reach hinging on international momentum.

Overview

  • Global ticket sales stand at about $1.083 billion, including $306 million in the U.S. and $777.1 million internationally, according to Variety.
  • The film reached the mark in 18 days, trailing the pace of Avatar: The Way of Water (14 days) and the 2009 original (17 days).
  • Prospects for a $2 billion finish depend on continued overseas turnout, with top markets reported as China ($138 million), France ($81 million), Germany ($64 million) and South Korea ($44 million).
  • It becomes Disney’s third 2025 release to cross $1 billion, joining Lilo & Stitch and Zootopia 2.
  • James Cameron has tied future installments to profitability, noting that plans for additional sequels rest on this film’s financial performance.