After $345 Million Launch, ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ Will Be A Huge Hit — But $2 Billion Is Unlikely | Analysis – Its global opening weekend is among the best ever in
If there’s one thing Hollywood can count on right now, it’s James Cameron’s “Avatar: Fire & Ash” continuing its unstoppable run at the box office. As the weekend approaches, industry insiders expect the sci-fi juggernaut to once again tower over new releases, proving that audiences are still deeply invested in Pandora’s world.
Why ‘Avatar: Fire & Ash’ Is Still Winning Big
Having already crossed the $1 billion global milestone, “Avatar: Fire & Ash” shows no signs of slowing down. The film is projected to earn around $20 million domestically this weekend, comfortably holding on to the top spot.
What’s driving this continued success?
- Strong word of mouth
- Premium format screens (IMAX and 3D)
- James Cameron’s proven box office credibility
Simply put, this is a film people are still choosing as a theatrical experience, not a streaming wait.
The Battle for Second Place: ‘Greenland 2’ vs. ‘Primate’
While “Avatar: Fire & Ash” dominates the conversation, the real intrigue lies in the race for second place.
“Greenland 2: Migration,” from Lionsgate, is expected to earn between $8 million and $11 million. The sequel brings back Gerard Butler in another high-stakes survival story, following a family searching for a new beginning after emerging from a bunker in the aftermath of a comet strike. With a $90 million production budget, the film represents a significant investment and carries franchise expectations.
Close behind is Paramount’s “Primate,” a survival thriller about a tropical vacation gone horribly wrong. Produced under 18Hz, the new genre label led by former DC Films chief Walter Hamada, the film is a lower-risk project with a $24 million budget. Early tracking suggests it could land just slightly behind “Greenland 2,” though the margin appears razor-thin.
Other Films Adding to a Crowded Marketplace
This weekend isn’t short on options for moviegoers. Holiday holdovers like “Marty Supreme” and “The Housemaid” continue to pull steady audiences. Meanwhile, Angel Studios’ “I Was a Stranger” debuts nationwide, with expectations ranging from $1 million to $3 million.
Also worth noting, Searchlight Pictures’ “Is This Thing On?” is expanding into over 1,000 theaters following a limited awards-qualifying run, adding another layer of competition in an already packed multiplex landscape.
The Big Picture
The takeaway is clear:
- “Avatar: Fire & Ash” remains untouchable at No. 1
- “Greenland 2” and “Primate” are locked in a tight race for second
- Mid-budget and faith-based releases continue to carve out niche audiences
As box office dynamics evolve, one constant remains—event films with strong theatrical appeal still rule the big screen.
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