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First Look at Neytiri Highlights Grief and Rage in 'Avatar: Fire and Ash'

The newly released image of Neytiri ready to strike underscores the emotional depth and conflict driving the December 2025 sequel.

Avatar: Fire And Ash – World-First Exclusive
Zoe Saldaña as Neytiri in "Avatar: The Way of Water".
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Overview

  • The first official image from 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' reveals Neytiri in a fighting stance, driven by unresolved grief over her son Neteyam's death.
  • Zoe Saldaña's performance as Neytiri is described by James Cameron as 'incandescent,' showcasing deeper emotional complexity than in previous films.
  • The film introduces the Mangkwan Ash Clan, a fire-based Na'vi faction led by Varang, played by Oona Chaplin, who serves as a new adversary to the Sully family.
  • Set for release on December 19, 2025, the third installment will feature a slightly longer runtime than its predecessor, 'The Way of Water.'
  • The ongoing conflict between the Na'vi and the RDA expands in scope, with new tribal hostilities adding layers to the franchise's evolving narrative.