The third installment of the Avatar franchise, Avatar: Fire and Ash, is set to release on December 19, 2025. Ahead of its premiere, a brand-new trailer has given fans a glimpse of intense action, shocking alliances, and unexpected twists. The trailer begins with Varang, leader of the Ash People, narrating her people’s plight after a devastating fire swept through their forests while Eywa, Pandora’s spiritual force, remained silent.
A major focus of the trailer is the human boy Spider, who was raised on Pandora and now possesses Na’vi-like abilities, including breathing without a mask and bonding with animals. Spider faces a moral dilemma between his human father, Quaritch, and his adopted Na’vi family. Meanwhile, Neytiri, Jake Sully’s wife, is seen with Ash People war paint, raising questions about her loyalty, and she appears gravely injured in a battle, leaving her fate uncertain. Jake’s daughter, Kiri, also displays mysterious powers, further strengthening her connection with nature. The trailer hints at a dangerous partnership between Varang and Quaritch, signaling an even deadlier threat on Pandora.
The highlight of the trailer is the return of Toruk, the legendary Great Leonopteryx. Jake Sully reunites with the iconic creature, reclaiming his status as Toruk Makto and taking down RDA ships in a spectacular sequence. Fans reacted with excitement, praising James Cameron for creating a trailer that teases the story without revealing too much. Social media was flooded with reactions, particularly celebrating the return of Toruk Makto, calling it a thrilling and long-awaited moment in the franchise.
The trailer sets the stage for a high-stakes, visually stunning chapter in the Avatar saga, blending family drama, loyalty tests, and epic battles that promise to captivate audiences once again.