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Dwayne Johnson's New Film Trails Avatar 2's Rerelease by Wide Margin
10 Oct, 2025
Summary
- Avatar: The Way of Water reissue earns $3.2M on opening weekend
- Reissue has earned $4.4M domestically so far
- Avatar 2 reissue outperforms new release The Smashing Machine by 176% globally
In a surprising box office showdown, the reissue of James Cameron's blockbuster Avatar: The Way of Water has emerged victorious over the new release, The Smashing Machine, led by Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson.
The Avatar 2 reissue, which hit theaters last Friday for a one-week run, has managed to outperform the new sports biography by a staggering 176% at the global box office. This impressive feat showcases the enduring popularity and cultural impact of the Avatar franchise, even with a re-release just three years after the film's initial debut.
The reissue of Avatar: The Way of Water opened to $3.2 million and has since accumulated a domestic cume of $4.4 million. This strong performance, despite being a re-release rather than a fresh release, highlights the loyal fanbase and the spectacular visuals that have made the Avatar series a global phenomenon.
