For One Week Only: Ahead of 'Avatar: Fire & Ash' release, 'Avatar: The Way of Water' returns to theaters

The world of Pandora is preparing for a return to theatres. 20th Century Studios has confirmed that James Cameron’s Avatar: The Way of Water will be re-released across India on 2 October 2025. The film will be presented in 3D and will run for one week, giving audiences the chance to step back into Cameron’s elaborate vision ahead of the upcoming sequel Avatar: Fire and Ash.

This limited re-release is positioned as both a celebration of the film’s achievements and a refresher before the next chapter unfolds. For many, it’s also an opportunity to revisit Pandora the way it was meant to be seen- on the biggest screen possible.

A Global Phenomenon Returns

Released in December 2022, Avatar: The Way of Water went on to become a worldwide box office giant and is currently among the highest-grossing films of all time. In India, it achieved a historic milestone by emerging as the most successful Hollywood release ever. The film also earned the Academy Award for Best Visual Effects, further cementing its reputation as a landmark in modern filmmaking.

The Story at the Heart of Pandora

When The Way of Water debuted in December 2022, it became an international sensation. The film broke multiple records and quickly rose into the list of all-time box office toppers. In India, it made history by overtaking every Hollywood release before it, setting a new benchmark for foreign films in the country. Its impact went beyond numbers, with the Academy recognizing its groundbreaking work in visual effects with an Oscar win.

The Story at the Heart of Pandora

At its core, the film continued the saga of Jake Sully and Neytiri as they navigated life as parents while facing fresh dangers on Pandora. Sam Worthington and Zoe Saldana returned as the central pair, supported by Sigourney Weaver, Kate Winslet and Stephen Lang. The story deepened the personal stakes of the franchise, weaving in themes of loyalty, belonging, and survival, while expanding the mythology of Cameron’s sci-fi universe.

Preparing for the Next Chapter

With Avatar: Fire and Ash scheduled to arrive soon, the re-release acts as a lead-in for fans eager to reconnect with Pandora’s world. It offers a rare theatrical encore, encouraging both long-time followers and newcomers to immerse themselves in the 3D experience before the narrative moves forward.

Avatar: The Way of Water will be released by 20th Century Studios India on 2 October 2025 in cinemas nationwide, available exclusively in 3D.