Avatar 5

(2031)

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Synopsis

Jake, Neytiri and the rest of the Na'vi only wish to live peacefully on Pandora. But that peace can only be achieved through struggle.

What to know

What is Avatar 5 about?

Avatar 5 is an upcoming science fiction feature film by 20th Century Studios. This is the fifth installment in the Avatar franchise. Avatar 5 is written and directed by James Cameron. Additional screenwriting for the movie is handled by Shane Salerno.

Who will star in Avatar 5?

Sam Worthington and Zoe Saldaña will return to play members of the Na’vi Tribe, Jake and Neytiri. Stephen Lang is back in the role of Colonel Miles Quaritch. And Giovanni Ribisi is back to play Parker Selfridge. Dileep Rao stars as Dr. Max Patel. Matt Ferald plays Corporal Lyle Wainfleet. Sigourney Weaver stars as Kiri while Kate Winslet plays the role of Ronal. Cliff Curtis, Edie Falco, Brendan Cowell, Jemaine Clement, Britain Dalton, Jack Champion, Trinity Jo-Li Bliss, Bailey Bass, Filip Geljo, and Duane Evans Jr. all also star in the movie.

Who is new to the cast for Avatar 5?

Michelle Yeoh, Oona Chaplin, and David Thewlis all star in Avatar 5 after making their franchise debut in the third movie. Yeoh plays Dr. Karina Mogue; Chaplin plays Varang; and Thewlis stars as Peylak.

Will Avatar 5 take place on Earth?

Film producer Jon Landau stated that parts of Avatar 5 will take place on Earth. Landau is a producer of the Avatar franchise alongside James Cameron. 

Is Avatar 5 the final movie?

Filmmaker James Cameron suggested that the fifth film, possibly titled Avatar: The Quest for Eywa, may not be the last. While it is the last Avatar movie confirmed and in production, Cameron stated that a sixth and seventh movie could happen if there was demand for it. He also confirmed that he would pass directing duties on to somebody else for any further sequels. 

Production News

Production: Timeline, news & updates

  • April 14, 2016
    • James Cameron announced four sequels to the original Avatar film. (Source: The Hollywood Reporter)
  • September 27, 2017
    • James Cameron confirms that Avatar 4 and 5 would be shot back-to-back and put through post-production simultaneously. Both are scheduled to begin shooting after the release of Avatar 3. (Source: The Hollywood Reporter)
  • June 3, 2020
    • Actor, David Thewlis confirms that he will feature in the fifth movie. (Source: Collider)
  • July 23, 2020
    • After COVID-19 delays, Avatar 5 is given the release date of December 22, 2028. (Source: MovieWeb)
  • July 4, 2022
    • Franchise creator and director James Cameron suggested that he would not direct the fourth and fifth film. (Source: Collider)
  • December 16, 2022
    • Producer Jon Landau revealed that the script for the fifth film was complete and that the cast had already read through it. (Source: Collider)
  • December 11, 2022
    • It is revealed that Avatar 5 will take place to some extent on Earth and offer character Neytiri a chance to witness the planet.(Source: Collider)
  • June 13, 2023
    • The release date of the movie is pushed back to 19th December, 2031. (Source: Collider)

Genres

Science-Fiction, Fantasy, Mystery & Thriller, Action & Adventure, Drama

Runtime

1h 30min

Production country

United States

Director

James Cameron

Cast

Sam Worthington
Jake Sully
Zoe Saldaña
Neytiri
Sigourney Weaver
Kiri
Oona Chaplin
Varang
Giovanni Ribisi
Parker Selfridge
CCH Pounder
Mo'at
Joel David Moore
Norm Spellman
Matt Gerald
Corporal Lyle Wainfleet
Stephen Lang
Colonel Miles Quaritch
Jemaine Clement
Dr. Ian Garvin
Michelle Yeoh
Dr. Karina Mogue
Cliff Curtis
Tonowari
Keston John
Va'ru