Avatar 3 Composer Stunned by Cameron's $760M Box Office Triumph
Simon Franglen expresses disbelief as Avatar: Fire and Ash shatters records in just 10 days, while hinting at delays for future sequels in the franchise.
The third installment in James Cameron's Avatar franchise has left even its own music composer speechless. Simon Franglen, who crafted the score for Avatar: Fire and Ash, recently shared his amazement at the film's incredible box office performance since its December 19, 2025 release.
In just ten days of theatrical release, the sci-fi epic has raked in an astounding $760 million globally. When Box Office Report shared these impressive numbers on social media, Franglen responded with a simple yet telling tweet: "Well this is awkward 🔥🌋"
Future Sequels Face Uncertain Timeline
Cameron had previously made it clear that the financial success of Fire and Ash would determine whether he'd move forward with additional films in the series. The director's cautious approach to greenlighting future projects has been well-documented, with profitability serving as the primary deciding factor.
Franglen, who also composed music for Avatar: The Way of Water, seems to share Cameron's measured perspective on the franchise's future. The composer recently suggested that fans shouldn't expect the fourth and fifth Avatar movies anytime soon, tweeting: "Maybe it's good for me to do some other scores or concert pieces for a little while. 4+5 have a little while before they even need the early stuff."
Record-Breaking Performance Continues
The numbers speak for themselves when it comes to Fire and Ash's theatrical dominance. The film has already collected $217 million domestically, securing its position as the tenth highest-grossing movie of 2025 in the United States. This achievement becomes even more remarkable considering the short timeframe involved.
What's particularly impressive is how the movie has outperformed other major 2025 releases, including Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning and Superman. The film's second weekend saw only a 28% drop in earnings, which actually surpasses the theatrical performance of its predecessor, The Way of Water.
Billion-Dollar Milestone Within Reach
Industry analysts predict that Avatar: Fire and Ash will cross the $1 billion threshold by New Year's Day 2026. If current trends continue, the film appears destined to join its predecessors in the exclusive $2 billion global earnings club.
The movie currently holds a 7.5/10 rating on IMDb and maintains a 67% critics score alongside a 90% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes. These ratings, combined with the strong box office performance, suggest that Cameron's latest Pandora adventure has successfully captured both critical and commercial success.