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Avatar 3: Lower Score, Higher Hopes?
17 Dec
Summary
- Avatar: Fire and Ash's critics' score is 70% on Rotten Tomatoes.
- The film's score trails its predecessors by 11% and 6% respectively.
- Despite a lower score, the film is expected to perform well at the box office.
James Cameron's highly anticipated "Avatar: Fire and Ash" has debuted with a 70% critics' score on Rotten Tomatoes, a point of interest for fans and industry watchers. This rating positions the film below the initial critical reception of its predecessors, "Avatar" (2009) which garnered 81%, and "Avatar: The Way of Water" (2022) at 76%.
While the current score is based on a limited number of reviews and may evolve, it presents a notable contrast to the largely positive early reactions following its Hollywood premiere. However, the franchise's strong box office legacy suggests "Fire and Ash" is poised for a massive theatrical run. "The Way of Water," despite its 76% score, grossed an impressive $2.34 billion worldwide.
The film continues the journey of Jake Sully and Neytiri, focusing on their family's struggles with grief and their encounter with the hostile Ash People clan. With "Fire and Ash" set for release on December 19, 2025, its box office performance will be closely watched to see if critical reception impacts its commercial success.
