Avatar 2025: See what we know about new movie’s release date, director, production team, cast and plot

Following the success of Netflix's "Avatar: The Last Airbender" series, fans are eagerly awaiting the release of the upcoming animated film that will continue the journey of the original team. Here's a detailed look at what we know about the project so far.

Release Date and Director

The Avatar: The Last Airbender film is scheduled to hit theaters on October 10, 2025 as announced on the show's official Instagram page. Lauren Montgomery is set to direct the movie, which is planned to be the first of three films. These films will mark a new chapter for the animated franchise with their theatrical releases.

Production Team

Original Avatar: The Last Airbender co-creators Bryan Konietzko and Michael DiMartino will produce the film alongside Eric Coleman. The film will be produced under the Avatar Studios banner, created in 2021 as part of Nickelodeon's commitment to expanding the beloved franchise.

Cast

While no official casting announcements have been made, the film is expected to feature adult versions of Aang, Katara, Sokka, Toph, and Zuko. However, fans should not anticipate the return of the original voice actors. During Momo Con in Atlanta, Michaela Jill Murphy, also known as Jessie Flower, confirmed that she and her co-stars would not be reprising their roles.

Plot

Little is known about the plot of the 2025 movie, except that it will follow an older Team Avatar. A leaked image of their updated appearances was revealed at a CinemaCon panel in 2023. One possible storyline could be the founding of Republic City, as explored in The Legend of Korra, and the unification of the world's benders.