Netflix's 'Avatar: The Last Airbender' Sparks Controversy Ahead of Premiere

The live-action adaptation, set to debut on February 22, will include darker themes and has made significant character changes, causing a divide among fans.

Netflix's live-action adaptation of 'Avatar: The Last Airbender' is set to premiere on February 22, 2024.
The series will depict the brutal battle between the Air Nomads and the Fire Nation, an event only alluded to in the original animated series.
Gordon Cormier, who plays Avatar Aang, almost didn't audition due to his unfamiliarity with the original show and his age.
The character of Sokka, originally portrayed with sexist attitudes in the animated series, will have this aspect removed in the Netflix adaptation, sparking controversy among fans.
The cast and crew aim to appeal to a wide demographic, including the adult fans of the original series, by including darker and more mature themes.