According to Hollywood Reporter, the film achieved this milestone on 3/1 Los Angeles time (morning of 4/1 Hanoi time), making it the third Hollywood production after Zootopia 2 and Lilo & Stitch to do so.

Box Office Mojo, a specialized box office tracker, reported that by 1/1, the third installment had grossed 935 million USD, comprising 266 million USD from North America and 699 million USD from international markets. On 2/1 alone, the film's total domestic revenue rose to 280 million USD. Experts predict Fire and Ash will surpass 300 million USD in the North American market after 4/1, securing its position as the top earner for the third consecutive week.

This achievement further solidifies director James Cameron's standing, as he is behind three of the four highest-grossing films in global cinematic history: Avatar, Avatar: The Way of Water, and Titanic. Industry experts view the project reaching one billion USD during the New Year's holiday as a positive sign for the global film market, demonstrating the brand's appeal after over a decade. If it maintains its current momentum, Avatar 3's revenue will likely exceed two billion USD globally.

Set after the events of the second installment, Avatar: Fire and Ash follows the lives of Jake Sully and Neytiri's family after the death of their eldest son, Neteyam. Colonel Miles Quaritch relentlessly pursues Jake to settle an old grudge, while also allying with the Ash People – a warlike Na'vi tribe.

Actress Zoe Saldaña as Neytiri in "Avatar 3". Photo: 20th Century Studios

The film has received positive feedback for its visuals and special effects. The planet Pandora becomes a battleground for conflicts between factions. Its marine environments, dense forests, and volcanoes are designed with geographical structures that dictate how characters move, confront, and survive. Cameron utilizes three-dimensional space to deploy colossal creatures, vehicles, weapons, and the Na'vi, making each clash feel explosive.

However, the first half of the film feels familiar as James Cameron dedicates time to scenes of movement and environmental exploration. The expansion of many character arcs and events makes the middle section protracted. According to IGN, the over three-hour runtime sometimes slows the narrative pace, with some details repeating motifs from The Way of Water. The movie focuses more on clarifying and expanding the existing storyline rather than creating new turning points for the series.

Cat Tien (according to Hollywood Reporter)