Fans of Avatar: The Last Airbender will have to brace themselves for the major changes that will happen in the series as both executive producer and showrunner confirmed that there will be condensing and timeline jumps in the upcoming seasons.
Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender
Based on the Nickelodeon animated series, Avatar: The Last Airbender contains a multitude of storylines and subplots that may not be tackled in the live-action series due to limited episodes.
Avatar: The Last Airbender Seasons 2 And 3 May Skip Multiple Storylines
During Paleyfest 2024, executive producer Jabbar Raisani told The Direct that they will have to pack several stories into two seasons with the limited episodes they have.
Suggested“Everything was garbage”: Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender is Apparently So Bad Fans Are Saying It Makes the M. Night Shyamalan Movie Look Better
“I think it’s a lot like season 1. There’s a...
Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender
Based on the Nickelodeon animated series, Avatar: The Last Airbender contains a multitude of storylines and subplots that may not be tackled in the live-action series due to limited episodes.
Avatar: The Last Airbender Seasons 2 And 3 May Skip Multiple Storylines
During Paleyfest 2024, executive producer Jabbar Raisani told The Direct that they will have to pack several stories into two seasons with the limited episodes they have.
Suggested“Everything was garbage”: Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender is Apparently So Bad Fans Are Saying It Makes the M. Night Shyamalan Movie Look Better
“I think it’s a lot like season 1. There’s a...
- 5/4/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
On February 22, 2024, the long-awaited live-action adaptation of the popular Avatar: The Last Airbender series finally premiered with the eight-episode first season. The series adapted the initial stories of the popular animated series. Regardless of the final result, most fans were actually eager to see what Netflix has done with the series. While there have been some lukewarm comments, the series was an overall success for Netflix, which resulted in a renewal for Seasons 2 and 3, which are currently being written to be produced at a later date; no release dates have been given as of the time of writing.
The original animated series’ seasons consisted of twenty 20-minute episodes, so you can imagine how there was a lot more space to explore and evolve the story. Netflix’s live-action adaptation had “only” eight 1-hour episodes, which is significantly less time to evolve the story, so some cuts had to be made...
The original animated series’ seasons consisted of twenty 20-minute episodes, so you can imagine how there was a lot more space to explore and evolve the story. Netflix’s live-action adaptation had “only” eight 1-hour episodes, which is significantly less time to evolve the story, so some cuts had to be made...
- 5/3/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
Avatar: The Last Airbender animation was a groundbreaking series that has stayed relevant for almost two decades. Netflix’s Avatar live-action series attempts to revamp the animation with cast members who portray the characters in every respect possible.
In fact, the series also contains several original scenes, created to bridge the gaps in the animation. One such scene between the Aang and Avatar Roku has drawn attention due to its grave sense of foreboding.
Why did Avatar Roku Warn Aang Against Painful Consequences? Roku talking to Aang | Netflix Avatar: The Last Airbender
In season 1, episode 5 of Avatar: The Last Airbender live-action, Aang enters the Spirit Realm and asks Roku for help. Aang, who was raised by the air nomads, has a completely non-violent outlook on life. In his journey, he is perplexed about how to defeat Ozai once he faces the Fire Lord because Aang is least interested in killing,...
In fact, the series also contains several original scenes, created to bridge the gaps in the animation. One such scene between the Aang and Avatar Roku has drawn attention due to its grave sense of foreboding.
Why did Avatar Roku Warn Aang Against Painful Consequences? Roku talking to Aang | Netflix Avatar: The Last Airbender
In season 1, episode 5 of Avatar: The Last Airbender live-action, Aang enters the Spirit Realm and asks Roku for help. Aang, who was raised by the air nomads, has a completely non-violent outlook on life. In his journey, he is perplexed about how to defeat Ozai once he faces the Fire Lord because Aang is least interested in killing,...
- 5/3/2024
- by Aaheli Pradhan
- FandomWire
Netflix has had a good streak with the recent releases of live-action adaptations, which include series like One Piece Live-Action and Avatar: The Last Airbender. The excellent reviews and retention from fans prompted Netflix to announce the second season of both series just after the first season premiered.
Avatar: The Last Airbender
While there is no immediate news about One Piece Live-Action, Avatar: The Last Airbender has gotten a major update recently. The executive producer of the series, Jabbar Raisani, has revealed some interesting facts about the upcoming seasons of Avatar: The Last Airbender that have received mixed reactions from the fans of the original series.
Raisani has stated that the second and third seasons of Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender might witness some condensing within the plot, just like it did with season 1. Some fans have pointed out that this may be a bad idea as...
Avatar: The Last Airbender
While there is no immediate news about One Piece Live-Action, Avatar: The Last Airbender has gotten a major update recently. The executive producer of the series, Jabbar Raisani, has revealed some interesting facts about the upcoming seasons of Avatar: The Last Airbender that have received mixed reactions from the fans of the original series.
Raisani has stated that the second and third seasons of Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender might witness some condensing within the plot, just like it did with season 1. Some fans have pointed out that this may be a bad idea as...
- 5/3/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
The beloved animated series Avatar The Last Airbender has been a topic of discussion among fans for years. But one aspect that recently sparked controversy is Aang’s flying abilities. While in the original animated series, Aang lacked the power to fly, which made him stick to gliding. The first episode of the new live-action show made it look like the character was actually flying.
Aang’s gliding scene in Nickelodeon’s Avatar The Last Airbender (2005)
This particular misunderstanding led to a long-standing debate among fans who wondered if the new Netflix adaptation, Avatar: The Last Airbender, offered Aang with new powers like that of flying. But recently, the debate was put to ease by the live-action show’s seasons 2 and 3 showrunner Jabbar Raisani, who clarified that Aang can only glide using his airbending skills, not fly.
Controversies Surrounding Aang’s Flying Abilities
Ever since the debut of the, the...
Aang’s gliding scene in Nickelodeon’s Avatar The Last Airbender (2005)
This particular misunderstanding led to a long-standing debate among fans who wondered if the new Netflix adaptation, Avatar: The Last Airbender, offered Aang with new powers like that of flying. But recently, the debate was put to ease by the live-action show’s seasons 2 and 3 showrunner Jabbar Raisani, who clarified that Aang can only glide using his airbending skills, not fly.
Controversies Surrounding Aang’s Flying Abilities
Ever since the debut of the, the...
- 5/2/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
In the original show, Aang and Katara end up being together. However, fans have often wondered, if it was the plan to begin with, following the undertones in her and Zuko’s bond. Despite starting off on the wrong foot by living on opposite sides of the war, Katara did eventually start to see good in Zuko, but the original show never overtly inclined towards establishing a romantic bond.
But with the live-action series moving forward for two more seasons, the showrunner of the first season refused to indulge if the show will expand upon their bond.
Avatar: The Last Airbender Showrunner Refused to Comment on Zuko and Katara’s Future
Avatar: The Last Airbender | Netflix
In Avatar: The Last Airbender‘s case, showrunner Albert Kim clarified that instead of translating the animated series to the small screen as it is, they’re aiming to be true to the show’s spirit.
But with the live-action series moving forward for two more seasons, the showrunner of the first season refused to indulge if the show will expand upon their bond.
Avatar: The Last Airbender Showrunner Refused to Comment on Zuko and Katara’s Future
Avatar: The Last Airbender | Netflix
In Avatar: The Last Airbender‘s case, showrunner Albert Kim clarified that instead of translating the animated series to the small screen as it is, they’re aiming to be true to the show’s spirit.
- 4/23/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
While fans of Avatar: The Last Airbender receive two more seasons of the new Netflix live-action version of the popular 2005 animated series from Nickelodeon, Paramount has unveiled new details of the animated trilogy that was announced years ago. These new details come as the Netflix show proved to be a big success for the streamer. However, news also recently broke that the live-action show will be getting new showrunners for the next two seasons after Albert Kim steps down. Kim remains a part of the series as an executive producer for seasons two and three. Christine Boylan and Jabbar Raisani will lead the show as executive producers in the future.
As for the upcoming animated trilogy of Avatar: The Last Airbender, according to Entertainment Weekly, the Paramount panel at CinemaCon has announced some further information. The working title for the trilogy is currently Aang: The Last Airbender. Eric Nam has...
As for the upcoming animated trilogy of Avatar: The Last Airbender, according to Entertainment Weekly, the Paramount panel at CinemaCon has announced some further information. The working title for the trilogy is currently Aang: The Last Airbender. Eric Nam has...
- 4/12/2024
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
M. Night Shyamalan would have done things differently with The Last Airbender if it was entirely under his control. Released in 2005, the American animated series Avatar: The Last Airbender became a huge hit, with fans showering the series with love and appreciation. From then on, the demand for the show went on increasing, and adaptations of it came into existence.
A still from The Last Airbender
There have been numerous instances when the screen adaptation has failed to hit the same mark as the original work (case in point: 2019’s Cats). The Last Airbender is no exception. The 2010 family-action movie, The Last Airbender was a complete disaster. However, it is really unfortunate that Shyamalan had to take all the blame.
M. Night Shyamalan’s Filmmaking Process Didn’t Align with the Overall Intent Behind The Last Airbender A still from M. Night Shyamalan’s The Last Airbender
Directed by American...
A still from The Last Airbender
There have been numerous instances when the screen adaptation has failed to hit the same mark as the original work (case in point: 2019’s Cats). The Last Airbender is no exception. The 2010 family-action movie, The Last Airbender was a complete disaster. However, it is really unfortunate that Shyamalan had to take all the blame.
M. Night Shyamalan’s Filmmaking Process Didn’t Align with the Overall Intent Behind The Last Airbender A still from M. Night Shyamalan’s The Last Airbender
Directed by American...
- 4/9/2024
- by Ankita
- FandomWire
Water, Earth, Fire, Air, New Showrunners. Netflix‘s live-action adaptation of Avatar: The Last Airbender will switch things up for its remaining seasons as Albert Kim steps down as the wildly entertaining elemental adventure showrunner. Christine Boylan and Jabbar Raisani will lead the show as executive producers in the future. Boylan and Raisani are well-versed in the world of Avatar after Boylan served as co-executive producer on Season 1. At the same time, Raisani was an executive producer, director, and VFX supervisor. Kim remains a part of the series as an executive producer for seasons two and three.
Kim’s exit stems from his getting the opportunity to develop more projects at Disney. Additionally, he’s boarding the second season of Percy Jackson and the Olympians as an executive producer. Avatar: The Last Airbender was renewed by Netflix for two more seasons after the series exceeded expectations at launch. While the...
Kim’s exit stems from his getting the opportunity to develop more projects at Disney. Additionally, he’s boarding the second season of Percy Jackson and the Olympians as an executive producer. Avatar: The Last Airbender was renewed by Netflix for two more seasons after the series exceeded expectations at launch. While the...
- 4/5/2024
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
Avatar: The Last Airbender recently has been renewed for two seasons. The live-action reimagining of the beloved animated series follows Aang, the young Avatar, as he learns to master the four elements to restore balance to a world threatened by the terrifying Fire Nation and will conclude with season 3.
Avatar: The Last Airbender
While the first season had eight episodes, there’s no word as of now on how many episodes will be in the final two seasons. In the meantime, the show just faced a big change before tackling Book Two for the live-action series.
SUGGESTEDAvatar: The Last Airbender Creators Avoided a Critical Mistake That’ll Make You Fall in Love Zuko All Over Again
Albert Kim, who developed the series and served as showrunner on Season 1, is stepping down.
Change in Leadership in Netflix’s Live-action Avatar: The Last Airbender Series
Netflix’s live-action adaptation of Avatar: The Last Airbender...
Avatar: The Last Airbender
While the first season had eight episodes, there’s no word as of now on how many episodes will be in the final two seasons. In the meantime, the show just faced a big change before tackling Book Two for the live-action series.
SUGGESTEDAvatar: The Last Airbender Creators Avoided a Critical Mistake That’ll Make You Fall in Love Zuko All Over Again
Albert Kim, who developed the series and served as showrunner on Season 1, is stepping down.
Change in Leadership in Netflix’s Live-action Avatar: The Last Airbender Series
Netflix’s live-action adaptation of Avatar: The Last Airbender...
- 4/5/2024
- by Prantik Prabal Roy
- FandomWire
Avatar: The Last Airbender is getting a third showrunner as it moves into Season 2.
Showrunner Albert Kim, who replaced creators Michael Dante Dimartino and Bryan Konietzko, is leaving the Netflix live-action series, THR reports.
Co-executive producer Christine Boylan and executive producer Jabbar Raisani will take over as the third showrunners for the second and third seasons.
Keep reading to find out more…
Sources say Albert Kim‘s “intention was to lay the foundation for season one of Avatar: The Last Airbender after stepping in for the beloved franchise’s creators,” adding that he was “ready to move on to new opportunities.”
He will remain credited as an exec producer on Avatar: The Last Airbender, and will join the Disney+ series Percy Jackson as an exec producer.
Producers also confirmed that the show will end with its third season!
Showrunner Albert Kim, who replaced creators Michael Dante Dimartino and Bryan Konietzko, is leaving the Netflix live-action series, THR reports.
Co-executive producer Christine Boylan and executive producer Jabbar Raisani will take over as the third showrunners for the second and third seasons.
Keep reading to find out more…
Sources say Albert Kim‘s “intention was to lay the foundation for season one of Avatar: The Last Airbender after stepping in for the beloved franchise’s creators,” adding that he was “ready to move on to new opportunities.”
He will remain credited as an exec producer on Avatar: The Last Airbender, and will join the Disney+ series Percy Jackson as an exec producer.
Producers also confirmed that the show will end with its third season!
- 4/4/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Netflix’s live-action adaptation of Avatar: The Last Airbender is undergoing yet another behind-the-scenes change. Albert Kim, who served as showrunner for Season 1, is stepping down ahead of Season 2, passing his responsibilities to Christine Boylan and Jabbar Raisani.
As for Kim, he’s leaping from one adaptation of a beloved children’s franchise to another; he recently signed on to join Disney+’s Percy Jackson and the Olympians as an executive producer for its upcoming second season. He isn’t leaving the Avatar world entirely, however, as he’ll remain on board as an EP.
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As for Kim, he’s leaping from one adaptation of a beloved children’s franchise to another; he recently signed on to join Disney+’s Percy Jackson and the Olympians as an executive producer for its upcoming second season. He isn’t leaving the Avatar world entirely, however, as he’ll remain on board as an EP.
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- 4/4/2024
- by Andy Swift
- TVLine.com
Netflix’s live-action “Avatar: The Last Airbender” series is undergoing a change in leadership.
Variety has learned that Albert Kim, who developed the series and served as showrunner on Season 1, is stepping down. Christine Boylan and Jabbar Raisani will lead the show as executive producers going forward. Netflix has already announced the show has been renewed for two more seasons, concluding with Season 3.
Boylan served as co-executive producer on Season 1 of “Last Airbender,” while Raisani was an executive producer, director, and a VFX supervisor. Kim will remain onboard as an executive producer for Seasons 2 and 3. According to an individual with knowledge of the situation, Kim wanted to explore new opportunities following the multi-year development process on “Last Airbender” and has signed a deal with Disney to work as an executive producer on the “Percy Jackson” series while also developing new projects for that company.
Boylan’s other credits include the...
Variety has learned that Albert Kim, who developed the series and served as showrunner on Season 1, is stepping down. Christine Boylan and Jabbar Raisani will lead the show as executive producers going forward. Netflix has already announced the show has been renewed for two more seasons, concluding with Season 3.
Boylan served as co-executive producer on Season 1 of “Last Airbender,” while Raisani was an executive producer, director, and a VFX supervisor. Kim will remain onboard as an executive producer for Seasons 2 and 3. According to an individual with knowledge of the situation, Kim wanted to explore new opportunities following the multi-year development process on “Last Airbender” and has signed a deal with Disney to work as an executive producer on the “Percy Jackson” series while also developing new projects for that company.
Boylan’s other credits include the...
- 4/4/2024
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Avatar: The Last Airbender is making a showrunner change.
Albert Kim, who served as showrunner and wrote the pilot for Netflix’s hit live-action adaptation anime adaptation, is moving on with Christine Boylan and Jabbar Raisani taking over leadership of the show as exec producers for seasons two and three.
Kim shepherded the show for nearly two and a half years and will remain on the show as an executive producer. He has just signed a deal with Disney to join Percy Jackson and the Olympians as an exec producer after it was renewed for a second season.
Boylan was a co-exec producer on the first season. She has previously worked as a co-exec producer on series including Citadel, Poker Face and The Punisher as well as working on series including Castle and Once Upon A Time.
Raisani was director, executive producer and a VFX supervisor on season one. He...
Albert Kim, who served as showrunner and wrote the pilot for Netflix’s hit live-action adaptation anime adaptation, is moving on with Christine Boylan and Jabbar Raisani taking over leadership of the show as exec producers for seasons two and three.
Kim shepherded the show for nearly two and a half years and will remain on the show as an executive producer. He has just signed a deal with Disney to join Percy Jackson and the Olympians as an exec producer after it was renewed for a second season.
Boylan was a co-exec producer on the first season. She has previously worked as a co-exec producer on series including Citadel, Poker Face and The Punisher as well as working on series including Castle and Once Upon A Time.
Raisani was director, executive producer and a VFX supervisor on season one. He...
- 4/4/2024
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Avatar: The Last Airbender is heading into its second season with its third showrunner at the helm.
Showrunner Albert Kim, who replaced creators Michael Dante Dimartino and Bryan Konietzko, is also exiting the Netflix live-action series. Co-executive producer Christine Boylan and exec producer Jabbar Raisani — both of whom were hired by Kim — will take over as the drama’s third showrunners for the previously announced second and third seasons.
Sources say Kim’s intention was to lay the foundation for season one of Avatar: The Last Airbender after stepping in for the beloved franchise’s creators. Given the long turnaround time in crafting the series — Netflix ordered it in 2018, the creators left in late 2020 and the show didn’t debut until February 2024 — sources say Kim was ready to move on to new opportunities.
Kim, whose résumé include Sleepy Hollow and Leverage, will remain credited as an exec producer on Avatar: The Last Airbender...
Showrunner Albert Kim, who replaced creators Michael Dante Dimartino and Bryan Konietzko, is also exiting the Netflix live-action series. Co-executive producer Christine Boylan and exec producer Jabbar Raisani — both of whom were hired by Kim — will take over as the drama’s third showrunners for the previously announced second and third seasons.
Sources say Kim’s intention was to lay the foundation for season one of Avatar: The Last Airbender after stepping in for the beloved franchise’s creators. Given the long turnaround time in crafting the series — Netflix ordered it in 2018, the creators left in late 2020 and the show didn’t debut until February 2024 — sources say Kim was ready to move on to new opportunities.
Kim, whose résumé include Sleepy Hollow and Leverage, will remain credited as an exec producer on Avatar: The Last Airbender...
- 4/4/2024
- by Lesley Goldberg
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Updated: The Paley Center for Media has revealed new additions to the lineup for the 41st PaleyFest LA, which runs from Friday, April 12 through Saturday, April 20 at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood.
Joining The Morning Show on opening night, April 12 are Karen Pittman (Mia Jordan); Nicole Behaire (Christina Hunter); Charlotte Stoudt, Showrunner & Executive Producer, and Mimi Leder, Executive Producer & Director.
For the Loki panel, Owen Wilson will join the previously announced Tom Hiddleson, along with Sophia Di Martino, Eric Martin, Justin Benson and Aaron Moorhead. That’s April 13.
Judd Apatow will moderate Curb Your Enthusiasm on Thursday, April 18, while Patton Oswalt will moderate The Late Show with Stephen Colbert on Saturday, April 20.
Arden Cho (June) will join Avatar: The Last Airbender on April 14.
Executive Producer and Co-Showrunner Rich Appel will moderate the Q&a conversation for Family Guy 25th Anniversary Celebration on Friday, April 19.
As previously announced, Andy Samberg will...
Joining The Morning Show on opening night, April 12 are Karen Pittman (Mia Jordan); Nicole Behaire (Christina Hunter); Charlotte Stoudt, Showrunner & Executive Producer, and Mimi Leder, Executive Producer & Director.
For the Loki panel, Owen Wilson will join the previously announced Tom Hiddleson, along with Sophia Di Martino, Eric Martin, Justin Benson and Aaron Moorhead. That’s April 13.
Judd Apatow will moderate Curb Your Enthusiasm on Thursday, April 18, while Patton Oswalt will moderate The Late Show with Stephen Colbert on Saturday, April 20.
Arden Cho (June) will join Avatar: The Last Airbender on April 14.
Executive Producer and Co-Showrunner Rich Appel will moderate the Q&a conversation for Family Guy 25th Anniversary Celebration on Friday, April 19.
As previously announced, Andy Samberg will...
- 3/27/2024
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
There is no denying that no other kids’ show will ever be able to match the magic of the Emmy Award-winning animated series Avatar: The Last Airbender. The 2005 premiere of Nickelodeon’s animated fantasy action TV series marked the beginning of Aang and lasted until 2008. Netflix has also attempted to create a live-action adaptation, developed by Albert Kim.
Now, returning to the Nickelodeon show, we know that some characters have the ability to ‘bend’ or control any of the four elements: earth, fire, water, and air. Children, teenagers, and adults all enjoyed Avatar: The Last Airbender because of its well-developed world, exquisitely rendered characters, and mature writing. Of course, it contributed to its enormous critical and commercial success.
A still from Avatar: The Last Airbender
Having said that, with 61 episodes spread across three seasons, the creators were actually able to capture lightning in a bottle. However, a few extremely poor...
Now, returning to the Nickelodeon show, we know that some characters have the ability to ‘bend’ or control any of the four elements: earth, fire, water, and air. Children, teenagers, and adults all enjoyed Avatar: The Last Airbender because of its well-developed world, exquisitely rendered characters, and mature writing. Of course, it contributed to its enormous critical and commercial success.
A still from Avatar: The Last Airbender
Having said that, with 61 episodes spread across three seasons, the creators were actually able to capture lightning in a bottle. However, a few extremely poor...
- 3/21/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
Netflix is doubling down on Avatar: The Last Airbender.
The streamer has renewed the lavish live-action adaptation of the Nickelodeon series for two more seasons.
The order will conclude the story of Aang’s journey to become the Avatar in fantastical world.
Since the show’s Feb. 22 debut, the series has been Netflix’s top English-language TV show with 41.1 million views, according to the streamer.
While the first season was eight episodes, there’s no word yet on the episode count of the final two seasons. Netflix has done double-season renewals before (on shows like Emily in Paris and Stranger Things), but this might be the first time the streamer has ordered two seasons to close out a series. The Avatar animated series likewise told its story across three seasons.
The story follows Aang (Gordon Cormier), the young Avatar, as he learns to master the four elements (Water, Earth, Fire,...
The streamer has renewed the lavish live-action adaptation of the Nickelodeon series for two more seasons.
The order will conclude the story of Aang’s journey to become the Avatar in fantastical world.
Since the show’s Feb. 22 debut, the series has been Netflix’s top English-language TV show with 41.1 million views, according to the streamer.
While the first season was eight episodes, there’s no word yet on the episode count of the final two seasons. Netflix has done double-season renewals before (on shows like Emily in Paris and Stranger Things), but this might be the first time the streamer has ordered two seasons to close out a series. The Avatar animated series likewise told its story across three seasons.
The story follows Aang (Gordon Cormier), the young Avatar, as he learns to master the four elements (Water, Earth, Fire,...
- 3/6/2024
- by James Hibberd
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Netflix has renewed “Avatar: The Last Airbender” for two more seasons. The series, a live-action adaptation of the hit Nickelodeon series of the same name, will end with Season 3, following the same structure as the animated version.
“Avatar” is set in a world divided into four nations — the Water Tribes, the Earth Kingdom, the Fire Nation and the Air Nomads — that once lived in harmony, with the Avatar, master of all four elements, keeping peace between them. But everything changed when the Fire Nation attacked and wiped out the Air Nomads, the first step taken by the firebenders towards conquering the world. With the current incarnation of the Avatar yet to emerge, the world has loses hope until Aang (Gordon Cormier), a young airbender, reawakens to take his rightful place. Alongside new friends Sokka (Ian Ousley) and Katara (Kiawentiio), siblings and members of the Southern Water Tribe, Aang embarks on...
“Avatar” is set in a world divided into four nations — the Water Tribes, the Earth Kingdom, the Fire Nation and the Air Nomads — that once lived in harmony, with the Avatar, master of all four elements, keeping peace between them. But everything changed when the Fire Nation attacked and wiped out the Air Nomads, the first step taken by the firebenders towards conquering the world. With the current incarnation of the Avatar yet to emerge, the world has loses hope until Aang (Gordon Cormier), a young airbender, reawakens to take his rightful place. Alongside new friends Sokka (Ian Ousley) and Katara (Kiawentiio), siblings and members of the Southern Water Tribe, Aang embarks on...
- 3/6/2024
- by Selome Hailu
- Variety Film + TV
Avatar: The Last Airbender, the anime-inspired live-action series, will be able to tell the story of the four nations: Water. Earth. Fire. Air after Netflix renewed it for a further two seasons.
The streamer has handed the show a two-season renewal order to conclude the story of Aang’s journey to become the Avatar.
It comes after the show premiered on Netflix on February 22 and recorded 41.1M views in its first 11 days, topping its TV list for the last two weeks and being on track to enter its top ten most-watched list over its first three months.
The plan is to film these two seasons – Seasons 2 and 3 – in close succession in order to mitigate the fact that child actors tend to grow up quickly.
The series comes from Rideback, whose boss Dan Lin, an exec producer on the series, was recently named Netflix’s new film chief, replacing Scott Stuber.
The streamer has handed the show a two-season renewal order to conclude the story of Aang’s journey to become the Avatar.
It comes after the show premiered on Netflix on February 22 and recorded 41.1M views in its first 11 days, topping its TV list for the last two weeks and being on track to enter its top ten most-watched list over its first three months.
The plan is to film these two seasons – Seasons 2 and 3 – in close succession in order to mitigate the fact that child actors tend to grow up quickly.
The series comes from Rideback, whose boss Dan Lin, an exec producer on the series, was recently named Netflix’s new film chief, replacing Scott Stuber.
- 3/6/2024
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
The results are in, and Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender seems to be a hit.
The live action adaptation topped the streamer’s weekly English-language TV list with 21.2M views in its opening weekend. According to Netflix, it reached the Top 10 in 92 countries. It was edged out as most-watched title of the week by the Swedish natural disaster film The Abyss.
That’s a strong showing for the eight-episode series, which was another big swing for Netflix as it continues to dip its toes into anime-inspired content. In fact, Avatar managed to surpass One Piece in its debut weekend.
As with One Piece, Netflix was firing on all cylinders to launch the series, partnering with Serena Williams and even taking over the Las Vegas Sphere. So far, the Avatar global social campaign has reached 1.53B impressions, which is on par with both One Piece as well as Netflix’s hit series Wednesday.
The live action adaptation topped the streamer’s weekly English-language TV list with 21.2M views in its opening weekend. According to Netflix, it reached the Top 10 in 92 countries. It was edged out as most-watched title of the week by the Swedish natural disaster film The Abyss.
That’s a strong showing for the eight-episode series, which was another big swing for Netflix as it continues to dip its toes into anime-inspired content. In fact, Avatar managed to surpass One Piece in its debut weekend.
As with One Piece, Netflix was firing on all cylinders to launch the series, partnering with Serena Williams and even taking over the Las Vegas Sphere. So far, the Avatar global social campaign has reached 1.53B impressions, which is on par with both One Piece as well as Netflix’s hit series Wednesday.
- 2/27/2024
- by Katie Campione
- Deadline Film + TV
Modern Hollywood has a problem of keeping their VFX artists on a time crunch, which often equates to subpar visuals, as they had to meet the deadline set by the studios. In recent years, this questionable practice has witnessed a spike, especially in the landscape of big-budget productions, and unfortunately, Netflix’s new Avatar: The Last Airbender was not immune to it.
While visuals in the Netflix show are mostly great, with fans claiming it’s one of its best aspects, it wasn’t until the night before its premiere that the VFX team was done working on them.
Avatar: The Last Airbender
The VFX Crew Wasn’t Done With Avatar: The Last Airbender’s Visuals Until the Night Before Its Premiere
With big-budget productions becoming the norm in Hollywood, the VFX teams working on certain projects are often overworked to meet the deadlines. Oftentimes, this results in the final...
While visuals in the Netflix show are mostly great, with fans claiming it’s one of its best aspects, it wasn’t until the night before its premiere that the VFX team was done working on them.
Avatar: The Last Airbender
The VFX Crew Wasn’t Done With Avatar: The Last Airbender’s Visuals Until the Night Before Its Premiere
With big-budget productions becoming the norm in Hollywood, the VFX teams working on certain projects are often overworked to meet the deadlines. Oftentimes, this results in the final...
- 2/27/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
“It’s so cool.”
That’s how Gordon Cormier sums up the experience of playing Aang in Avatar: The Last Airbender, in the scenes where he sat atop Appa, his trusty flying bison.
But how much of Aang’s journey through the sky on Appa’s back was really happening? Despite being in an era when computers can do just about anything for us, turns out it was more real than you’d think.
Executive producer Jabbar Raisani describes the setup in conversation with Tudum. “On set, there was a full-size Appa rig with the saddle and the head. The actors” — including Kiawentiio as Katara and Ian Ousley as Sokka — “would climb on top of it and ride 20 feet up in the air.”
Both, actually. While having a tangible portion of Appa’s body on set greatly contributed to the final results, Raisani credits the visual effects team for Appa...
That’s how Gordon Cormier sums up the experience of playing Aang in Avatar: The Last Airbender, in the scenes where he sat atop Appa, his trusty flying bison.
But how much of Aang’s journey through the sky on Appa’s back was really happening? Despite being in an era when computers can do just about anything for us, turns out it was more real than you’d think.
Executive producer Jabbar Raisani describes the setup in conversation with Tudum. “On set, there was a full-size Appa rig with the saddle and the head. The actors” — including Kiawentiio as Katara and Ian Ousley as Sokka — “would climb on top of it and ride 20 feet up in the air.”
Both, actually. While having a tangible portion of Appa’s body on set greatly contributed to the final results, Raisani credits the visual effects team for Appa...
- 2/23/2024
- by Christopher Hudspeth
- Tudum - Netflix
Aang is told he needs to master the Avatar State but admits he has no idea how he can be expected to save the world if he doesn’t know what he’s doing in the latest trailer for Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender. The minute-and-a-half final trailer was released just days ahead of the series’ premiere on Thursday, February 22, 2024.
The eight-episode first season stars Gordon Cormier as Aang, Kiawentiio as Katara, Ian Ousley as Sooka, Dallas Liu as Crown Prince Zuko, Ken Leung as Commander Zhao, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee as Uncle Iroh, and Daniel Dae Kim as Fire Lord Ozai.
“Water. Earth. Fire. Air. The four nations once lived in harmony, with the Avatar, master of all four elements, keeping peace between them. But everything changed when the Fire Nation attacked and wiped out the Air Nomads, the first step taken by the firebenders towards conquering the world.
The eight-episode first season stars Gordon Cormier as Aang, Kiawentiio as Katara, Ian Ousley as Sooka, Dallas Liu as Crown Prince Zuko, Ken Leung as Commander Zhao, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee as Uncle Iroh, and Daniel Dae Kim as Fire Lord Ozai.
“Water. Earth. Fire. Air. The four nations once lived in harmony, with the Avatar, master of all four elements, keeping peace between them. But everything changed when the Fire Nation attacked and wiped out the Air Nomads, the first step taken by the firebenders towards conquering the world.
- 2/20/2024
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
Avatar: The Last Airbender is a beloved animated series that has a permanent spot in the hearts of fans around the world.
Unfortunately, like many animated series that get spun into live-action films or TV shows, there is a bit of concern online about whether or not the upcoming Netflix live-action series will be worth its salt.
Fans are worried, and for good reason.
The last time Avatar: The Last Airbender was adapted into a live-action film, the results were less than ideal. A lot of core themes of the show, including imperialism, loss, trauma, and corruption, were, for the most part, lost in the 2010 film.
Avatar is not a short series, either, so adapting Book One: Water to a film with less than a two-hour runtime naturally led to poor pacing, a rushed plot, and lackluster character development. Avatar is truly meant to be a series and a long one at that.
Unfortunately, like many animated series that get spun into live-action films or TV shows, there is a bit of concern online about whether or not the upcoming Netflix live-action series will be worth its salt.
Fans are worried, and for good reason.
The last time Avatar: The Last Airbender was adapted into a live-action film, the results were less than ideal. A lot of core themes of the show, including imperialism, loss, trauma, and corruption, were, for the most part, lost in the 2010 film.
Avatar is not a short series, either, so adapting Book One: Water to a film with less than a two-hour runtime naturally led to poor pacing, a rushed plot, and lackluster character development. Avatar is truly meant to be a series and a long one at that.
- 2/19/2024
- by Em Casalena
- TVfanatic
Tennis great Serena Williams is taking her game to the next level with the help of The Avatar. A 30-second spot touting Netflix’s anticipated Avatar: The Last Airbender, which aired Sunday during the NBA All-Star Game, features Williams on fire (and water and earth and air) on the tennis court after she enters The Avatar State. You can watch the video above.
The Netflix live-action series is an adaptation of the award-winning and beloved Nickelodeon animated series of the same name. It takes place in a world that is divided into four nations: the Water Tribes, the Earth Kingdom, the Fire Nation, and the Air Nomads. “Benders” are people that have the ability to telekinetically manipulate and control the element corresponding to their nation, using gestures based on Chinese martial arts. The “Avatar” is the only individual with the ability to bend all four elements.
Gordon Cormier (Aang), Kiawentiio...
The Netflix live-action series is an adaptation of the award-winning and beloved Nickelodeon animated series of the same name. It takes place in a world that is divided into four nations: the Water Tribes, the Earth Kingdom, the Fire Nation, and the Air Nomads. “Benders” are people that have the ability to telekinetically manipulate and control the element corresponding to their nation, using gestures based on Chinese martial arts. The “Avatar” is the only individual with the ability to bend all four elements.
Gordon Cormier (Aang), Kiawentiio...
- 2/19/2024
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
In Netflix’s lengthy Avatar: The Last Airbender “Bringing the World to Life” featurette, the cast and showrunner/executive producer Albert Kim discuss the story, the world of the series, and their characters.
The eight-episode first season stars Gordon Cormier, Kiawentiio, Ian Ousley, Dallas Liu, Ken Leung, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, and Daniel Dae Kim. The live-action series, inspired by the Nickelodeon animated show, will premiere on February 22, 2024.
Albert Kim, Michael Dante Dimartino, Bryan Konietzko, Gabriel Llanas, Keely MacDonald, Christine Boylan, and Joshua Hale Fialkov served as writers, with Michael Goi, Jabbar Raisani, Roseanne Liang, and Jet Wilkinson directing.
Poster for Netflix’s ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’
Netflix’s synopsis:
“Water. Earth. Fire. Air. The four nations once lived in harmony, with the Avatar, master of all four elements, keeping peace between them. But everything changed when the Fire Nation attacked and wiped out the Air Nomads, the first step taken...
The eight-episode first season stars Gordon Cormier, Kiawentiio, Ian Ousley, Dallas Liu, Ken Leung, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, and Daniel Dae Kim. The live-action series, inspired by the Nickelodeon animated show, will premiere on February 22, 2024.
Albert Kim, Michael Dante Dimartino, Bryan Konietzko, Gabriel Llanas, Keely MacDonald, Christine Boylan, and Joshua Hale Fialkov served as writers, with Michael Goi, Jabbar Raisani, Roseanne Liang, and Jet Wilkinson directing.
Poster for Netflix’s ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’
Netflix’s synopsis:
“Water. Earth. Fire. Air. The four nations once lived in harmony, with the Avatar, master of all four elements, keeping peace between them. But everything changed when the Fire Nation attacked and wiped out the Air Nomads, the first step taken...
- 2/8/2024
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
After more than five years, Netflix's long-awaited reimagining of "Avatar: The Last Airbender" is finally coming to fruition in February. The live-action series will take the beloved Nickelodeon animated show and attempt to bring it to life in a new medium for a new generation. Or, presumably, the same generation of fans that loved the original and who are hoping to capture that same magic. While the final verdict has yet to be determined, Netflix used every tool at its disposal to bring the airbenders, earthbenders, waterbenders, and firebenders to life. That included borrowing a few tricks learned from another one of the streamer's big hit shows, "Stranger Things."
Entertainment Weekly recently published a comprehensive preview of the live-action "Avatar: The Last Airbender" series. In speaking about bringing the firebending abilities to life, it was explained that "Stranger Things" season 4 had a direct influence on that front. The same...
Entertainment Weekly recently published a comprehensive preview of the live-action "Avatar: The Last Airbender" series. In speaking about bringing the firebending abilities to life, it was explained that "Stranger Things" season 4 had a direct influence on that front. The same...
- 1/31/2024
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film
"Avatar: The Last Airbender" has a perfect pilot; even just the first half of the two-part premiere episode does an excellent job bringing viewers into the show's Asian-inspired fantasy world, a place where people can bend the four elements. The first episode also does a phenomenal job of setting up the series' story (a 12-year-old kid has to save the world), the personal stakes (the main character is the last of his nation), the larger state of the world (a 100-year-old war), the tone (fun! Silliness! Some rather dark moments!), the deeper lore, and, perhaps most importantly of all, the main characters.
Most of all, it does this without literally showing the events that kickstarted the war and made Aang the titular last Airbender. In the original series, we hear in the first episode that the Air Nomads haven't been seen in the 100 years since the Fire Nation attacked. While...
Most of all, it does this without literally showing the events that kickstarted the war and made Aang the titular last Airbender. In the original series, we hear in the first episode that the Air Nomads haven't been seen in the 100 years since the Fire Nation attacked. While...
- 1/31/2024
- by Rafael Motamayor
- Slash Film
Fandom can be a thankless gig. You spend all this time thinking about your favorite shows, dreaming up theories, then sharing those interpretations to the world knowing you’ll likely never receive a response.
Sometimes, however, people are listening. And sometimes those people are the folks working on a live-action remake of the show you loved so much in the first place.
That is the situation that several super fans of Avatar: The Last Airbender are about to find themselves in. A Netflix live-action remake of Nickelodeon’s beloved animated series is set to release all eight of its episodes on Feb. 22. In advance of the premiere, EW just published a sprawling feature about Netflix’s efforts, including interviews with all of the show’s stars and many behind-the-camera figures. There is a lot of interesting information and insights to be had in those interviews, but the most notable tidbit...
Sometimes, however, people are listening. And sometimes those people are the folks working on a live-action remake of the show you loved so much in the first place.
That is the situation that several super fans of Avatar: The Last Airbender are about to find themselves in. A Netflix live-action remake of Nickelodeon’s beloved animated series is set to release all eight of its episodes on Feb. 22. In advance of the premiere, EW just published a sprawling feature about Netflix’s efforts, including interviews with all of the show’s stars and many behind-the-camera figures. There is a lot of interesting information and insights to be had in those interviews, but the most notable tidbit...
- 1/30/2024
- by Alec Bojalad
- Den of Geek
‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ Star Kiawentiio Says Netflix Adaptation “Took Out How Sexist Sokka Was”
Kiawentiio is teasing the live-action Netflix adaptation of Avatar: The Last Airbender and is revealing some key changes to Sokka.
When adapting the animated series into live-action, the writers chose to remove the “sexist” elements of the character portrayed by Ian Ousley.
“There’s more weight with realism in every way,” Ousley said in an interview with EW about the remake, with co-star Kiawentiio chiming in and adding, “I feel like we also took out the element of how sexist [Sokka] was. I feel like there were a lot of moments in the original show that were iffy.”
Ousley continued, “Yeah, totally. There are things that were redirected just because it might play a little differently [in live action].”
The publication noted that there are Reddit threads that are dedicated to pointing out Sokka’s sexist remarks with the character saying things like, “Girls are better at fixing pants than guys, and guys are better at hunting and fighting.
When adapting the animated series into live-action, the writers chose to remove the “sexist” elements of the character portrayed by Ian Ousley.
“There’s more weight with realism in every way,” Ousley said in an interview with EW about the remake, with co-star Kiawentiio chiming in and adding, “I feel like we also took out the element of how sexist [Sokka] was. I feel like there were a lot of moments in the original show that were iffy.”
Ousley continued, “Yeah, totally. There are things that were redirected just because it might play a little differently [in live action].”
The publication noted that there are Reddit threads that are dedicated to pointing out Sokka’s sexist remarks with the character saying things like, “Girls are better at fixing pants than guys, and guys are better at hunting and fighting.
- 1/30/2024
- by Armando Tinoco
- Deadline Film + TV
The Paley Center has announced the schedule for its 41st annual PaleyFast LA, which includes “The Morning Show,” “Loki” and “Avatar: The Last Airbender.”
This year’s PaleyFest will take place from April 12 to April 20 at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, and as usual, features screenings of never-before-seen TV footage and conversations with series stars.
“We’re thrilled and honored to bring ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ to PaleyFest this year, and we look forward to discussing bending, the Four Nations, and, of course, cabbages with all of you,” showrunner and writer Albert Kim said in a statement.
“The Morning Show” will kick off the festival with a conversation with its cast and producers, followed by events honoring “Loki,” “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” “Young Sheldon,” “Avatar: The Last Airbender,” “Late Night with Seth Meyers,” “Family Guy” and “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.”
“The ‘Curb’ cast and I are looking forward to seeing you all at PaleyFest!
This year’s PaleyFest will take place from April 12 to April 20 at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, and as usual, features screenings of never-before-seen TV footage and conversations with series stars.
“We’re thrilled and honored to bring ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ to PaleyFest this year, and we look forward to discussing bending, the Four Nations, and, of course, cabbages with all of you,” showrunner and writer Albert Kim said in a statement.
“The Morning Show” will kick off the festival with a conversation with its cast and producers, followed by events honoring “Loki,” “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” “Young Sheldon,” “Avatar: The Last Airbender,” “Late Night with Seth Meyers,” “Family Guy” and “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.”
“The ‘Curb’ cast and I are looking forward to seeing you all at PaleyFest!
- 1/29/2024
- by Caroline Brew
- Variety Film + TV
Jennifer Aniston in ‘The Morning Show’ season 3 (Photo Credit: Apple TV+)
The cast of The Morning Show will help kick off the 41st Annual Paleyfest set to run April 12 through April 20, 2024. The Dolby Theatre in Hollywood hosts the television festival which will once again feature special screenings and new TV footage.
“We are thrilled to present this star-studded lineup from award-winning shows to a much-anticipated debut, as well as special anniversaries and farewells to some fan-favorites,” said the Paley Center’s President & CEO Maureen J. Reidy. “We look forward to welcoming television fans back to the Dolby Theatre this April, and we extend our tremendous thanks to Citi and the William S. Paley Foundation for their generous and continued support of PaleyFest LA.”
Shows in the spotlight include Loki, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Young Sheldon, and Avatar: The Last Airbender. Family Guy and two late-night series – Late Night with Seth...
The cast of The Morning Show will help kick off the 41st Annual Paleyfest set to run April 12 through April 20, 2024. The Dolby Theatre in Hollywood hosts the television festival which will once again feature special screenings and new TV footage.
“We are thrilled to present this star-studded lineup from award-winning shows to a much-anticipated debut, as well as special anniversaries and farewells to some fan-favorites,” said the Paley Center’s President & CEO Maureen J. Reidy. “We look forward to welcoming television fans back to the Dolby Theatre this April, and we extend our tremendous thanks to Citi and the William S. Paley Foundation for their generous and continued support of PaleyFest LA.”
Shows in the spotlight include Loki, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Young Sheldon, and Avatar: The Last Airbender. Family Guy and two late-night series – Late Night with Seth...
- 1/29/2024
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
PaleyFest 2024: The Morning Show, Avatar: The Last Airbender, Family Guy, Loki and More Among Lineup
PaleyFest 2024 is shaping up to be a celebratory occasion, with panels slated for several momentous anniversaries and farewell runs.
The annual event — which features screenings or special previews followed by a moderated discussion/Q&a — will kick off on April 12 with big star power courtesy of The Morning Show’s Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon.
More from TVLineLoki Is King of Nielsen Streaming Top 10 With Release of Season 2 FinaleCritics Choice Award Nominations: The Morning Show Scores Most Nods, Beating Succession - See Full ListWhat Could a Third Loki Season Look Like? EP Kevin Wright Has Some Ideas
The lineup also...
The annual event — which features screenings or special previews followed by a moderated discussion/Q&a — will kick off on April 12 with big star power courtesy of The Morning Show’s Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon.
More from TVLineLoki Is King of Nielsen Streaming Top 10 With Release of Season 2 FinaleCritics Choice Award Nominations: The Morning Show Scores Most Nods, Beating Succession - See Full ListWhat Could a Third Loki Season Look Like? EP Kevin Wright Has Some Ideas
The lineup also...
- 1/29/2024
- by Vlada Gelman
- TVLine.com
Only Aang can save the world from the Fire Nation in the full trailer for Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender. The two-minute trailer provides a good look at the live-action series’ fight sequences and visual effects. It also introduces the world of the Avatar to audiences who didn’t catch Nickelodeon’s award-winning animated series.
“Avatar is an epic fantasy set in a world inspired by Asian and Indigenous folklore, culture and legend. In this world there are four nations which correspond to the four classical elements: water, earth, fire, air. Certain people in the world can manipulate those elements using a power known as ‘bending,'” says Albert Kim, writer, executive producer, and showrunner, describing the plot. “At the start of our story, the Fire Nation has embarked on a campaign to conquer the world, and the only person who can stop the war is the Avatar, the master of all four elements.
“Avatar is an epic fantasy set in a world inspired by Asian and Indigenous folklore, culture and legend. In this world there are four nations which correspond to the four classical elements: water, earth, fire, air. Certain people in the world can manipulate those elements using a power known as ‘bending,'” says Albert Kim, writer, executive producer, and showrunner, describing the plot. “At the start of our story, the Fire Nation has embarked on a campaign to conquer the world, and the only person who can stop the war is the Avatar, the master of all four elements.
- 1/23/2024
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
Updated: Netflix has released the official trailer for Avatar: The Last Airbender ahead of its February 22 premiere. “The Fire Nation is embarked on a dark path. And the world might never recover. The world needs the Avatar. It needs you, Aang.” The trailer begins with the voiceover in a plea to Aang to save the world. In the video, we also get the first looks at Bumi, the Earth Kingdom ruler of Omashu played by Utkarsh Ambudkar and the creature Nyla that’s mounted by bounty hunter June (Arden Cho). Check out the trailer above.
Previous, Nov. 9: “Time is a funny thing. The past, the future. It all gets mixed up. There’s only one way to keep it straight. Always remember who you are.” The voiceover at the beginning of the first trailer sets the stage for Netflix’s anticipated live-action series Avatar: The Last Airbender. You can watch it above.
Previous, Nov. 9: “Time is a funny thing. The past, the future. It all gets mixed up. There’s only one way to keep it straight. Always remember who you are.” The voiceover at the beginning of the first trailer sets the stage for Netflix’s anticipated live-action series Avatar: The Last Airbender. You can watch it above.
- 1/23/2024
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Netflix has released the full trailer for its live-action adaptation of Nickelodeon’s animated series “Avatar: The Last Airbender.” All eight hour-long episodes of the show’s first season will premiere on Netflix on Feb. 22. The first trailer for the series was released in November.
Gordon Cormier stars as Aang, an Avatar who must learn to master the four elements of water, earth, fire and air to restore balance to the world after it is threatened by the Fire Nation.
Per the official logline, “Alongside his newfound friends Sokka and Katara, siblings and members of the Southern Water Tribe, Aang embarks on a fantastical, action-packed quest to save the world and fight back against the fearsome onslaught of Fire Lord Ozai. But with a driven Crown Prince Zuko determined to capture them, it won’t be an easy task.”
Other cast members include Kiawentiio as Katara, Ian Ousley as Sokka and Dallas Liu as Zuko.
Gordon Cormier stars as Aang, an Avatar who must learn to master the four elements of water, earth, fire and air to restore balance to the world after it is threatened by the Fire Nation.
Per the official logline, “Alongside his newfound friends Sokka and Katara, siblings and members of the Southern Water Tribe, Aang embarks on a fantastical, action-packed quest to save the world and fight back against the fearsome onslaught of Fire Lord Ozai. But with a driven Crown Prince Zuko determined to capture them, it won’t be an easy task.”
Other cast members include Kiawentiio as Katara, Ian Ousley as Sokka and Dallas Liu as Zuko.
- 1/23/2024
- by Caroline Brew
- Variety Film + TV
The highly-anticipated live-action adaptation of “Avatar: The Last Airbender” is finally about to debut on Netflix.
The eight-episode first season, with hour-long episodes, centers on the core battle between the dueling elements of Water, Earth, Fire, and Air, four nations that are suddenly at war with one another as a new Avatar has yet to be crowned to keep the peace. Gordon Cormier plays the titular Avatar, with Kiawentiio, Ian Ousley, Dallas Liu, Ken Leung, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, and Daniel Dae Kim rounding out the cast.
The official synopsis reads: “The four nations once lived in harmony, with the Avatar, master of all four elements, keeping peace between them. But everything changed when the Fire Nation attacked and wiped out the Air Nomads, the first step taken by the firebenders towards conquering the world. With the current incarnation of the Avatar yet to emerge, the world has lost hope. But...
The eight-episode first season, with hour-long episodes, centers on the core battle between the dueling elements of Water, Earth, Fire, and Air, four nations that are suddenly at war with one another as a new Avatar has yet to be crowned to keep the peace. Gordon Cormier plays the titular Avatar, with Kiawentiio, Ian Ousley, Dallas Liu, Ken Leung, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, and Daniel Dae Kim rounding out the cast.
The official synopsis reads: “The four nations once lived in harmony, with the Avatar, master of all four elements, keeping peace between them. But everything changed when the Fire Nation attacked and wiped out the Air Nomads, the first step taken by the firebenders towards conquering the world. With the current incarnation of the Avatar yet to emerge, the world has lost hope. But...
- 1/23/2024
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
As the premiere of Avatar: The Last Airbender approaches on Netflix, the streamer has dropped new photos to celebrate the Winter Solstice.
The characters included in these photos include Gordon Cormier as Aang, Arden Cho as June, Danny Pudi as The Mechanist, Sebastian Amoruso as Jet, Maria Zhang as Suki, Tamlyn Tomita as Yukari and Casey Camp-Horinket as Gran Gran.
Avatar: The Last Airbender is the live-action reimagining of the beloved animated series following Aang, the young Avatar, as he learns to master the four elements to restore balance to a world threatened by the terrifying Fire Nation.
The first season of the series is comprised of eight episodes that will drop on Feb. 22.
The official synopsis of the show reads: “Water. Earth. Fire. Air. The four nations once lived in harmony, with the Avatar, master of all four elements, keeping peace between them. But...
The characters included in these photos include Gordon Cormier as Aang, Arden Cho as June, Danny Pudi as The Mechanist, Sebastian Amoruso as Jet, Maria Zhang as Suki, Tamlyn Tomita as Yukari and Casey Camp-Horinket as Gran Gran.
Avatar: The Last Airbender is the live-action reimagining of the beloved animated series following Aang, the young Avatar, as he learns to master the four elements to restore balance to a world threatened by the terrifying Fire Nation.
The first season of the series is comprised of eight episodes that will drop on Feb. 22.
The official synopsis of the show reads: “Water. Earth. Fire. Air. The four nations once lived in harmony, with the Avatar, master of all four elements, keeping peace between them. But...
- 12/21/2023
- by Armando Tinoco
- Deadline Film + TV
Netflix has released the latest first-look images from its upcoming “Avatar: The Last Airbender” series, including new looks at Gran Gran, Jet, Danny Pudi’s Mechanist and more.
The live-action reimagining of the Nickelodeon animated series follows Aang (Gordon Cormier), the young Avatar, as he learns to master the four elements of water, earth, fire and air to restore balance to a world threatened by the terrifying Fire Nation.
“Alongside his newfound friends Sokka and Katara, siblings and members of the Southern Water Tribe, Aang embarks on a fantastical, action-packed quest to save the world and fight back against the fearsome onslaught of Fire Lord Ozai. But with a driven Crown Prince Zuko determined to capture them, it won’t be an easy task,” reads the official logline. A trailer for the series was released in November.
In addition to Cormier as Aang, Ian Ousley and Kiawentiio portray brother and sister duo,...
The live-action reimagining of the Nickelodeon animated series follows Aang (Gordon Cormier), the young Avatar, as he learns to master the four elements of water, earth, fire and air to restore balance to a world threatened by the terrifying Fire Nation.
“Alongside his newfound friends Sokka and Katara, siblings and members of the Southern Water Tribe, Aang embarks on a fantastical, action-packed quest to save the world and fight back against the fearsome onslaught of Fire Lord Ozai. But with a driven Crown Prince Zuko determined to capture them, it won’t be an easy task,” reads the official logline. A trailer for the series was released in November.
In addition to Cormier as Aang, Ian Ousley and Kiawentiio portray brother and sister duo,...
- 12/21/2023
- by BreAnna Bell
- Variety Film + TV
When the world needed the Avatar most, he vanished — or did he?
Netflix has released the trailer for the upcoming live-action adaptation of the beloved Nickelodeon series “Avatar: The Last Airbender,” set for release in 2024.
As fans of the popular animated Nickelodeon show will recall, “The Last Airbender” follows four nations that once lived harmoniously alongside one another, each ruled by a different element: air, fire, water and earth. Following an attack by the Fire Nation, all hope rests on Aang (Gordon Cormier), an Avatar who can control all the elements, to restore peace to the land.
Per the series’ official logline, “Alongside his newfound friends Sokka and Katara, siblings and members of the Southern Water Tribe, Aang embarks on a fantastical, action-packed quest to save the world and fight back against the fearsome onslaught of Fire Lord Ozai. But with a driven Crown Prince Zuko determined to capture them,...
Netflix has released the trailer for the upcoming live-action adaptation of the beloved Nickelodeon series “Avatar: The Last Airbender,” set for release in 2024.
As fans of the popular animated Nickelodeon show will recall, “The Last Airbender” follows four nations that once lived harmoniously alongside one another, each ruled by a different element: air, fire, water and earth. Following an attack by the Fire Nation, all hope rests on Aang (Gordon Cormier), an Avatar who can control all the elements, to restore peace to the land.
Per the series’ official logline, “Alongside his newfound friends Sokka and Katara, siblings and members of the Southern Water Tribe, Aang embarks on a fantastical, action-packed quest to save the world and fight back against the fearsome onslaught of Fire Lord Ozai. But with a driven Crown Prince Zuko determined to capture them,...
- 11/9/2023
- by Jaden Thompson
- Variety Film + TV
Avatar: The Last Airbender: Netflix’s Live-Action Adaptation Sets Release Date — Watch First Trailer
Netflix has finally set a date for Aang’s long-awaited wake-up call. The streamer’s live-action adaptation of Avatar: The Last Airbender will premiere on Thursday, Feb. 22, 2024, TVLine has learned. Even better, this news is accompanied by the series’ first official teaser trailer, offering eager fans a sneak peek at their favorite characters in action.
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Gordon Cormier (The Stand) stars as Avatar Aang, a 12-year-old boy who awakens from a 100-year ice nap to discover that he is the last living airbender and must journey to restore harmony and balance to the world.
Photos: Meet Avatar’s Live-Action Fire NationView List
Gordon Cormier (The Stand) stars as Avatar Aang, a 12-year-old boy who awakens from a 100-year ice nap to discover that he is the last living airbender and must journey to restore harmony and balance to the world.
- 11/9/2023
- by Andy Swift
- TVLine.com
The long-awaited live-action series version of Avatar: The Last Airbender has revealed its first teaser trailer.
The story follows Aang, the young Avatar, as he learns to master the four elements (Water, Earth, Fire, Air) to restore balance to a world threatened by the Fire Nation.
The Last Airbender stars Gordon Cormier as Aang, Daniel Dae Kim as Fire Lord Ozai, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee as General Iroh, Ken Leung as Commander Zhao, Elizabeth Yu as Princess Azula, Dallas Liu as Prince Zuko, Kiawentiio as Katara and Ian Ousley as Sokka.
The project is a reimagining of the Nickelodeon animated series which ran for three seasons starting in 2005. Albert Kim serves as showrunner, executive producer and writer. Kim executive produces alongside Dan Lin, Lindsey Liberatore, Jabbar Raisani and Michael Goi. Roseanne Liang will direct alongside Goi, Raisani and Jet Wilkinson.
The official detailed description: “Water. Earth. Fire. Air. The four nations once lived in harmony,...
The story follows Aang, the young Avatar, as he learns to master the four elements (Water, Earth, Fire, Air) to restore balance to a world threatened by the Fire Nation.
The Last Airbender stars Gordon Cormier as Aang, Daniel Dae Kim as Fire Lord Ozai, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee as General Iroh, Ken Leung as Commander Zhao, Elizabeth Yu as Princess Azula, Dallas Liu as Prince Zuko, Kiawentiio as Katara and Ian Ousley as Sokka.
The project is a reimagining of the Nickelodeon animated series which ran for three seasons starting in 2005. Albert Kim serves as showrunner, executive producer and writer. Kim executive produces alongside Dan Lin, Lindsey Liberatore, Jabbar Raisani and Michael Goi. Roseanne Liang will direct alongside Goi, Raisani and Jet Wilkinson.
The official detailed description: “Water. Earth. Fire. Air. The four nations once lived in harmony,...
- 11/9/2023
- by James Hibberd
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Aang and Appa have officially reunited in a new look at Netflix’s live-action “Avatar: The Last Airbender” series. The streaming giant debuted a new poster for the series ahead of an official first look arriving later this week. In the poster, Aang and his comrades Katara and Sokka are seen on the back of Appa. The latter is a magical creature that is a combination of a flying bison and a manatee.
The long-awaited “Last Airbender” adaptation is set to debut on the streamer in 2024.
Gordon Cormier leads the series as Aang alongside Kiawentiio as Katara, Ian Ousley as Sokka and Dallas Liu as Zuko. Additionally, Daniel Dae Kim plays Fire Lord Ozai and Paul Sun-Hyung Lee is General Iroh.
The series is executive produced by showrunner Albert Kim along with Michael Goi and Rideback’s Dan Lin and Lindsey Liberatore. Directors include Goi, co-executive producer Roseanne Liang, Jabbar Raisani and Jet Wilkinson.
The long-awaited “Last Airbender” adaptation is set to debut on the streamer in 2024.
Gordon Cormier leads the series as Aang alongside Kiawentiio as Katara, Ian Ousley as Sokka and Dallas Liu as Zuko. Additionally, Daniel Dae Kim plays Fire Lord Ozai and Paul Sun-Hyung Lee is General Iroh.
The series is executive produced by showrunner Albert Kim along with Michael Goi and Rideback’s Dan Lin and Lindsey Liberatore. Directors include Goi, co-executive producer Roseanne Liang, Jabbar Raisani and Jet Wilkinson.
- 11/8/2023
- by McKinley Franklin
- Variety Film + TV
Elizabeth Yu as Azula in ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ (Photo Cr. Robert Falconer/Netflix © 2023)
Netflix’s live-action reimagining of Avatar: The Last Airbender has unveiled the first photos of the series’ Fire Nation characters. The streaming service released four photos featuring Daniel Dae Kim as Fire Lord Ozai, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee as General Iroh, Ken Leung as Commander Zhao, and Elizabeth Yu as Princess Azula.
Netflix also unveiled a new photo of Dallas Liu as Prince Zuko.
The season one cast also includes Gordon Cormier, Ian Ousley, and Kiawentiio. Albert Kim guides the series as showrunner, writer, and executive producer. Additional executive producers include director Michael Goi, director Jabbar Raisani, and Rideback’s Dan Lin and Lindsey Liberatore.
Netflix is targeting a 2024 release of the eight-episode season.
Daniel Dae Kim as Ozai in season 1 (Photo Cr. Robert Falconer/Netflix © 2023)
The Plot, Courtesy of Netflix:
Water. Earth. Fire. Air. The four nations once lived in harmony,...
Netflix’s live-action reimagining of Avatar: The Last Airbender has unveiled the first photos of the series’ Fire Nation characters. The streaming service released four photos featuring Daniel Dae Kim as Fire Lord Ozai, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee as General Iroh, Ken Leung as Commander Zhao, and Elizabeth Yu as Princess Azula.
Netflix also unveiled a new photo of Dallas Liu as Prince Zuko.
The season one cast also includes Gordon Cormier, Ian Ousley, and Kiawentiio. Albert Kim guides the series as showrunner, writer, and executive producer. Additional executive producers include director Michael Goi, director Jabbar Raisani, and Rideback’s Dan Lin and Lindsey Liberatore.
Netflix is targeting a 2024 release of the eight-episode season.
Daniel Dae Kim as Ozai in season 1 (Photo Cr. Robert Falconer/Netflix © 2023)
The Plot, Courtesy of Netflix:
Water. Earth. Fire. Air. The four nations once lived in harmony,...
- 10/17/2023
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
We’re getting the first look at the Fire Nation characters in Avatar: The Last Airbender, Netflix’s live-action reimagining of the award-winning Nickelodeon animated series. The streamer released several photos Tuesday (see above and below) of the Fire Nation characters which include Daniel Dae Kim as “Fire Lord Ozai,” Paul Sun-Hyung Lee as “General Iroh,” Ken Leung as “Commander Zhao,” and Elizabeth Yu as “Princess Azula,” along with a new image of Dallas Liu as “Prince Zuko.”
Written by Albert Kim. the series follows Aang (Gordon Cormier), the young Avatar, as he learns to master the four elements to restore balance to a world threatened by the terrifying Fire Nation.
The official synopsis: Water. Earth. Fire. Air. The four nations once lived in harmony, with the Avatar, master of all four elements, keeping peace between them. But everything changed when the Fire Nation attacked...
Written by Albert Kim. the series follows Aang (Gordon Cormier), the young Avatar, as he learns to master the four elements to restore balance to a world threatened by the terrifying Fire Nation.
The official synopsis: Water. Earth. Fire. Air. The four nations once lived in harmony, with the Avatar, master of all four elements, keeping peace between them. But everything changed when the Fire Nation attacked...
- 10/17/2023
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Water! Earth! Fire! Air! The elements will align for Netflix’s live-action adaptation of Avatar: The Last Airbender! The streaming platform is bringing heat to Airbender fans before this year’s Netflix Geeked presentation kicks off with looks at upcoming film and television projects like 3 Body Problem, Blue Eye Samurai, Damsel, Devil May Cry, Exploding Kittens, Masters of the Universe: Revolution, Obliterated, Stranger Things, Sonic Prime, The Archies, and more! Netflix’s Geeked Week will occur between November 6th and November 12th!
To tease the event to come, Netflix unleashed a gallery of images from Avatar: The Last Airbender, featuring multiple Fire Nation characters, including Daniel Dae Kim as Fire Lord Ozai, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee as General Iroh, Ken Leung as Commander Zhao, and Elizabeth Yu as Princess Azula. Netflix also presented a new image of Dallas Liu as Prince Zuko.
The live-action Avatar: The Last Airbender cast rounds out with Amber Midthunder,...
To tease the event to come, Netflix unleashed a gallery of images from Avatar: The Last Airbender, featuring multiple Fire Nation characters, including Daniel Dae Kim as Fire Lord Ozai, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee as General Iroh, Ken Leung as Commander Zhao, and Elizabeth Yu as Princess Azula. Netflix also presented a new image of Dallas Liu as Prince Zuko.
The live-action Avatar: The Last Airbender cast rounds out with Amber Midthunder,...
- 10/17/2023
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
Netflix is offering a fiery new look at the upcoming “Avatar: The Last Airbender” live-action series.
The streamer has released new first look photos of multiple Fire Nation characters, specifically: Daniel Dae Kim as Fire Lord Ozai (see below), Paul Sun-Hyung Lee as General Iroh (above), Ken Leung as Commander Zhao (see below), and Elizabeth Yu as Princess Azula (see below). Netflix also presented a new image of Dallas Liu as Prince Zuko (see below).
These are the latest first looks Netflix has given for the live-action series. Previously, the company shared photos of Aang (Gordon Cormier), Katara (Kiawentiio), Sakka (Ian Ousley), and Zuko.
The live-action version of “Last Airbender” does not currently have a premiere date, but will debut in 2024. The first season will consist of eight episodes. Like the animated version, the series follows Aang, the titular last airbender, as he trains to fulfill his destiny as the...
The streamer has released new first look photos of multiple Fire Nation characters, specifically: Daniel Dae Kim as Fire Lord Ozai (see below), Paul Sun-Hyung Lee as General Iroh (above), Ken Leung as Commander Zhao (see below), and Elizabeth Yu as Princess Azula (see below). Netflix also presented a new image of Dallas Liu as Prince Zuko (see below).
These are the latest first looks Netflix has given for the live-action series. Previously, the company shared photos of Aang (Gordon Cormier), Katara (Kiawentiio), Sakka (Ian Ousley), and Zuko.
The live-action version of “Last Airbender” does not currently have a premiere date, but will debut in 2024. The first season will consist of eight episodes. Like the animated version, the series follows Aang, the titular last airbender, as he trains to fulfill his destiny as the...
- 10/17/2023
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Netflix has dropped a new teaser for its anticipated live-action adaptation of “Avatar: The Last Airbender”.
The brief (just 56 seconds) teaser features symbols representing the four elements, air, fire, water and earth, and was debuted during Netflix’s Tudum event in Stockholm, Sweden this weekend.
Read More: Daniel Dae Kim Joins Netflix’s Live-Action ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’
In addition, the streamer debuted first-look images from the show of Gordon Cormier as Aang, Kiawentiio as Katara, Ian Ousley as Sokka, and Dallas Liu as Zuko.
Gordon Cormier as Aang. Cr. Robert Falconer/Netflix © 2023 — Photo: Robert Falconer/Netflix © 2023 Dallas Liu as Prince Zuko. Cr. Robert Falconer/Netflix © 2023 Ian Ousley as Sokka. Cr. Robert Falconer/Netflix © 2023 Kiawentiio as Katara. Cr. Robert Falconer/Netflix © 2023
Other members of the cast include George Takei, Amber Midthunder, Danny Pudi, Daniel Dae Kim, Arden Cho and Randall Duk Kim.
“The series will be an authentic adaptation of...
The brief (just 56 seconds) teaser features symbols representing the four elements, air, fire, water and earth, and was debuted during Netflix’s Tudum event in Stockholm, Sweden this weekend.
Read More: Daniel Dae Kim Joins Netflix’s Live-Action ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’
In addition, the streamer debuted first-look images from the show of Gordon Cormier as Aang, Kiawentiio as Katara, Ian Ousley as Sokka, and Dallas Liu as Zuko.
Gordon Cormier as Aang. Cr. Robert Falconer/Netflix © 2023 — Photo: Robert Falconer/Netflix © 2023 Dallas Liu as Prince Zuko. Cr. Robert Falconer/Netflix © 2023 Ian Ousley as Sokka. Cr. Robert Falconer/Netflix © 2023 Kiawentiio as Katara. Cr. Robert Falconer/Netflix © 2023
Other members of the cast include George Takei, Amber Midthunder, Danny Pudi, Daniel Dae Kim, Arden Cho and Randall Duk Kim.
“The series will be an authentic adaptation of...
- 6/18/2023
- by Brent Furdyk
- ET Canada
Los Angeles, June 18 (Ians) Fans just got their first look of the upcoming live action adaptation of ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ which shows the four elements of water, fire, earth and air coming together.
The vague 54-second teaser showcases the symbols of the Water Tribe, Earth Kingdom, Fire Nation and Air Nomads, accompanied by music reminiscent of the original series which fans would identify with.
Each of the nations has people referred to as Benders, these people can telekinetically manipulate and control the respective elements of their nation.
The ‘Avatar’, however, is the only individual with the ability to bend all four elements.
The series will see Gordon Cormier starring as Aang, Kiawentiio as Katara, Ian Ousley as Sokka and Dallas Liu as Zuko with Daniel Dae Kim joining the cast as Fire Lord Ozai and Paul Sun-Hyung Lee starring as General Iroh.
As per Deadline: Albert Kim will serve as showrunner,...
The vague 54-second teaser showcases the symbols of the Water Tribe, Earth Kingdom, Fire Nation and Air Nomads, accompanied by music reminiscent of the original series which fans would identify with.
Each of the nations has people referred to as Benders, these people can telekinetically manipulate and control the respective elements of their nation.
The ‘Avatar’, however, is the only individual with the ability to bend all four elements.
The series will see Gordon Cormier starring as Aang, Kiawentiio as Katara, Ian Ousley as Sokka and Dallas Liu as Zuko with Daniel Dae Kim joining the cast as Fire Lord Ozai and Paul Sun-Hyung Lee starring as General Iroh.
As per Deadline: Albert Kim will serve as showrunner,...
- 6/18/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
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