New Avatar Film Targets Huge Opening, But Lags Behind Sequel
The next chapter in the epic Pandora saga is poised for a spectacular domestic debut. Early projections show 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' is on track for a blockbuster opening, but it faces the monumental task of living up to the legacy of its record-shattering predecessors. Will it meet the sky-high expectations?
Early forecasts for 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' indicate a powerful start at the domestic box office. The film is currently on pace to earn an impressive $110 million during its initial weekend in theaters. Projections place the opening anywhere in the robust range of $100 million to $130 million.
While these figures point to a surefire hit, they fall just shy of the benchmark set by the previous installment. 'The Way of Water' launched with a slightly higher $134.1 million in its first few days. This places the upcoming sequel in the challenging position of following a true cinematic juggernaut.
The 'Avatar' franchise has a history of shattering financial records. 'The Way of Water' concluded its global run as the third highest-grossing movie in history, pulling in an astounding $2.3 billion. Even that incredible performance couldn't top the original 2009 film, which remains the all-time box office champion with a staggering $2.9 billion worldwide.