‘Avatar 3’ Surpasses $450 Million Milestone Before Christmas
James Cameron’s latest installment in the Avatar franchise, “Avatar: Fire and Ash,” has achieved a significant financial milestone. Just a week after its release, the film has grossed over $450 million worldwide.
Box Office Breakdown
The film’s earnings include $119 million from the domestic box office and $331 million from international markets. On Tuesday alone, “Avatar: Fire and Ash” brought in $16.5 million in North America and $34.3 million internationally. This consistent performance suggests a strong hold from its opening weekend.
Christmas Weekend Expectations
The movie is projected to earn between $75 million and $80 million during the upcoming four-day Christmas holiday. This forecast positions it to maintain its status as the top film in North America.
Upcoming Competitors
Three new films will join the box office battle on Christmas Eve. These include:
- A24’s “Marty Supreme,” featuring Timothee Chalamet.
- Focus Features’ musical drama “Song Sung Blue.”
- Sony’s disaster comedy “Anaconda.”
New film gross reports will be available on Christmas Day.
Disney’s Achievements
Meanwhile, Disney’s animated sequel “Zootopia 2” continues to perform exceptionally well. The film has amassed a remarkable $1.3 billion globally, with $993 million earned from international markets. “Zootopia 2” is on track to become the second animated film ever to surpass $1 billion internationally, following “Inside Out 2.”
Record-Breaking Year for Disney
In a notable achievement, Disney surpassed $6 billion in global ticket sales this year. This remarkable figure includes $2.3 billion from domestic theaters and $3.65 billion from international markets. This milestone marks the fifth time in history that Disney has reached such heights, following the pandemic.
