Avatar 3’s James Cameron Shares Production Update, While Teasing Avatar 6 & 7 Ideas

With Avatar 3 nearing the finish line after a rigorous four-year production phase, director James Cameron talked about production details of the current Avatar film and his ideas about Avatar 6 & Avatar7.

During an interview at the 2024 Saturn Awards, captured by Screen Rant, Cameron provided insights into the current status of Avatar 3, confirming that the project is nearly finished. The director highlighted the benefits of advanced filmmaking technologies, which have significantly streamlined the production process. This efficiency not only bodes well for the imminent release but also for the future installments of the franchise. Cameron said:

It’s pretty much in the can.
We’re shooting pick-ups on 3, which is just filling in the last 2 or 3%, and we’ve also got live-action pick-ups in June, that’s another couple percent. We’ve got about a quarter of movie 4 in the can. We’re post on 3 and now doing the VFX, which is an enormous job. I’ll need every second between now and then to get it done.

The tech has reached the point right now where it’s really what we need. We make little improvements as we go along, but we’re there. The whole point is we jumped back, that’s why we spent 7 years building to it and 4 years shooting the two films together. It’s not about the technology, but about the minds and eyes of the computer artists. It’s a very, very creative process – it’s artistry. Thousands of people are involved and conducting the orchestra to get it all pitch perfect right now.

Avatar 3, the much-anticipated next chapter in the epic science fiction saga, promises to delve deeper into the conflict between the indigenous Na’vi and the human colonizers on the lush, alien world of Pandora. The ensemble cast, featuring Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldaña, Sigourney Weaver, and Kate Winslet, among others, is set to return, promising continuity and depth to the narrative woven by Cameron.

James Cameron Unveils Future Visions for Avatar 6 & Avatar 7

Cameron’s forward-looking vision doesn’t stop with the fourth or fifth films—the latter slated for a 2031 release. He hinted at developing ideas for Avatar 6 and Avatar 7, showcasing an unparalleled commitment to the Avatar universe. This revelation, made in an interview with People at the 51st Saturn Awards, suggests an expansive narrative arc that could redefine the scope of cinematic universes. Cameron shared:

“We’re fully written through movie five, and I’ve got ideas for six and seven, although
I’ll probably be handing the baton on at that point
. I mean, mortality catches up. But I mean, we’re enjoying what we’re doing. We’re loving it. We get to work with great people.”

Cameron’s reflections on the potential futures of Avatar reveal a creative mind that is always looking beyond the horizon. The director acknowledged the vast amount of work that lies ahead, not just in terms of production but also in conceptualizing the storyline for these future ventures. Despite the uncertainty of his personal involvement in the later chapters, Cameron’s current focus remains on perfecting Avatar 3 for its 2025 premiere.

This update from James Cameron not only excites fans with the promise of more immersive adventures on Pandora but also underscores the evolving landscape of film production. The Avatar series, with its groundbreaking visual effects and narrative ambition, continues to push the boundaries of what is possible in cinema. As Cameron and his team work tirelessly on Avatar 3, the anticipation for what lies ahead in this pioneering franchise has never been higher.