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James Cameron Will Direct Avatar 4 and 5 Himself

Cameron reversed plans to hand off the sequels after finishing scripts for both installments

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Overview

  • In a recent interview with Empire, Cameron confirmed he intends to personally helm both Avatar 4 and Avatar 5
  • He cited his robust health and energy as reasons he can sustain the rigorous multi-year production schedule
  • Cameron had earlier suggested he might “pass the baton” beyond the fifth film but now plans to remain at the franchise’s helm through 2031
  • Avatar 4 is scheduled to arrive on December 21, 2029, and Avatar 5 on December 19, 2031, based on the studio’s release roadmap
  • The third installment, Avatar: Fire and Ash, remains set for a December 19, 2025 release