James Cameron’s latest blockbuster, Fire and Ash, continues to dominate the global box office after four weeks in cinemas. The film has emerged as the highest-grossing release of the period, confirming the strong pull of the Avatar franchise worldwide.
According to box office data, Avatar: Fire and Ash has already crossed the $1 billion mark globally. Industry analysts now expect the film to approach the $1.5 billion milestone in the coming weeks. While its final earnings may remain lower than the first Avatar and Avatar: The Way of Water, the achievement still places it among cinema’s biggest successes.
The performance of Fire and Ash has strengthened James Cameron’s record as a box office leader. This marks the fourth consecutive Cameron-directed film to surpass $1 billion worldwide. The movie has already entered the list of the top 30 highest-grossing films of all time.
During the latest weekend, Fire and Ash surpassed the lifetime global earnings of several iconic blockbusters. These include The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Captain America: Civil War, and Skyfall. With nearly $350 million earned domestically and close to $900 million from international markets, the film’s total global haul now stands at approximately $1.23 billion.
Despite these figures, the movie faced mixed reactions at release. Critics described it as the weakest-reviewed installment of the trilogy so far. The Avatar series has long faced debate over its cultural impact, and Fire and Ash was no exception. Still, audience turnout has remained strong across regions.
James Cameron also sparked discussion by suggesting he may not direct all planned future sequels. He previously outlined a five-film vision for the franchise. Even so, the commercial success of Fire and Ash has eased financial concerns. With a reported production budget near $400 million, the film has already passed its estimated break-even point.
The movie’s earnings now place it ahead of Skyfall, the highest-grossing James Bond film. Skyfall was widely praised and holds a high approval rating among critics. Its success helped redefine the Bond franchise during Daniel Craig’s tenure.
As Fire and Ash continues its theatrical run, industry watchers remain focused on how close it can get to earlier Avatar records. Regardless of its final total, the film has reaffirmed the enduring global appeal of James Cameron’s cinematic universe.
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