Avatar: The Way of Water

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Movie Info & Cast

Director:

James Cameron

Release Date:

Dec 16, 2022

Runtime:

3hr 12m

Synopsis

Avatar: The Way of Water reaches new heights and explores undiscovered depths as James Cameron returns to the world of Pandora in this emotionally packed action adventure. Set more than a decade after the events of the first film, Avatar: The Way of Water launches the story of the Sully family (Jake, Neytiri, and their kids), the trouble that follows them, the lengths they go to keep each other safe, the battles they fight to stay alive, and the tragedies they endure. All of this against the breathtaking backdrop of Pandora, where audiences are introduced to new Na’vi cultures and a range of exotic sea creatures that populate the majestic oceans. Nominated for numerous Academy Awards® including Best Picture, the James Cameron-directed film became the third highest-grossing box office film of all-time and set a new benchmark for visual effects. Produced by Cameron and his longtime partner Jon Landau, the Lightstorm Entertainment production stars Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldaña, Sigourney Weaver, Stephen Lang, Cliff Curtis and Kate Winslet. Joining the illustrious adult cast are talented newcomers Britain Dalton, Jamie Flatters, Trinity Jo-Li Bliss, Bailey Bass and Jack Champion.

Cast

  • Sam Worthington
  • Zoe Saldana
  • Sigourney Weaver
  • Stephen Lang

Atom Users Reviews

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POPULAR TAGS
#epic
#mustsee
#greatvisualfx
#actionpacked
#fantasy
#intense

Reviews

  • LT
    Lais Taylor
    #blockbuster
    #heartpounding
    #fantasy

    The most visually stunning film I’ve ever seen. Pulled me in by the heartstrings at the right moments while also impressing me with amazingly choreographed action scenes.

    OV
    Oscar Vargas
    #samestoryline

    It had some great scenes, but a 10-year wait for the same storyline and same enemy was just disappointing.

    AR
    Antonio Rendon

    it’s boring , wait until it comes out on streaming and if not go see it in 3D that’s the only way it becomes worth watching in theaters

  • JA
    Joshua alvarez
    #blockbuster
    #awardbuzz
    #mustsee

    Better then anything that has came out in a long time

    JC
    Joey Corno

    I thought the fx were better as the movie wore on it looked like a video game but I have seen better video games. you must see this movie in 3d it's the only way to make it through the 3 hours. I believe the story needs some work. please holly wood we are starving for a…

    DP
    Denise Panebianco
    #blockbuster
    #awardbuzz
    #epic

    This movie had it all!! It was just as good, if not BETTER then the first Avatar. James Cameron outdid himself once again. I can’t wait until Avatar 3 !!! Absolutely mind blowing CGI. This was the best 3D movie I have ever seen!! 5 stars!!! And that’s only because you…

  • MM
    Michael Michael
    #mustsee
    #greatvisualfx
    #astonishingvisuals

    This film singlehandedly was the most astonishing digital thing I've ever seen, nothing in my entire existence even came close to just how beautiful, fluid, & smooth everything looked, I'd get taken away from the story for a few seconds just to admire what my eyes were…

    RB
    Raghunath B

    Extremely Overrated

    ML
    Matthew Liggett

    Bored

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Metacritic

67
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Based on 68 Critics
7.2

USER SCORE (1080)

Generally favorable reviews based on 1080 Reviews
80
Dec 16, 2022

[Cameron] may not be a great artist, or a visionary, but in its look, and its feeling for family, this behemoth enterprise still has an ardent, cornball grandeur to it. I look forward to “Avatar 3.”

Metacritic review by Peter Rainer
Peter Rainer
Christian Science Monitor
60
Dec 16, 2022

As an experience, Avatar: The Way of Water is second to none. In terms of the storytelling, though, James Cameron has fallen into the exact same pitfalls as he did on the first visit to Pandora.

Scott Campbell
We Got This Covered
40
Dec 13, 2022

The film not only rejects any criticisms – and there are many! – of the first film, but doubles down on them, delivering an even more hokily disjointed narrative, ramping up the sentimental cut-aways of human/animal camaraderie, and ramming unearned, broad-brush emotion down the viewer’s throat like so much salty popcorn.

David Jenkins
Little White Lies

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Avatar: The Way of Water (2022) family-friendly?
The movie has been rated as PG-13, meaning that some material may be considered inappropriate for children under 13.
How long is Avatar: The Way of Water (2022)?
The movie is 3hr 12min long.
What's Avatar: The Way of Water (2022) about?
Avatar: The Way of Water reaches new heights and explores undiscovered depths as James Cameron returns to the world of Pandora in this emotionally packed action adventure. Set more than a decade after the events of the first film, Avatar: The Way of Water launches the story of the Sully family (Jake, Neytiri, and their kids), the trouble that follows them, the lengths they go to keep each other safe, the battles they fight to stay alive, and the tragedies they endure. All of this against the breathtaking backdrop of Pandora, where audiences are introduced to new Na’vi cultures and a range of exotic sea creatures that populate the majestic oceans. Nominated for numerous Academy Awards® including Best Picture, the James Cameron-directed film became the third highest-grossing box office film of all-time and set a new benchmark for visual effects. Produced by Cameron and his longtime partner Jon Landau, the Lightstorm Entertainment production stars Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldaña, Sigourney Weaver, Stephen Lang, Cliff Curtis and Kate Winslet. Joining the illustrious adult cast are talented newcomers Britain Dalton, Jamie Flatters, Trinity Jo-Li Bliss, Bailey Bass and Jack Champion.
Who's the cast of Avatar: The Way of Water (2022)?
  • Sam Worthington as Jake Sully
  • Zoe Saldana as Neytiri
  • Sigourney Weaver as Kiri
  • Stephen Lang as Miles Quaritch
Who's the director behind Avatar: The Way of Water (2022)?
James Cameron directed Avatar: The Way of Water (2022).