Disney's third Avatar film, Avatar: Fire and Ash, has continued its strong commercial run by dominating streaming charts following its arrival on Disney Plus roughly two weeks ago. Directed by James Cameron, the film has held the top spot on streaming charts for 15 straight days without being overtaken, capping a theatrical run that grossed more than $1.4 billion worldwide. Its performance is significant because Disney had reportedly been uncertain about proceeding with a fourth instalment, and these results are expected to be enough to secure a green light.

Released at the end of 2025, Fire and Ash did not match the $2 billion-plus takings of its two predecessors but still comfortably surpassed the $1 billion mark. The article frames the film within a mixed year for the sci-fi genre in 2026, contrasting it with box-office disappointments such as Greenland 2: Migration and Mercy, which only found success once they reached streaming, and with hits like Ryan Gosling's Project Hail Mary, which earned over $600 million theatrically before moving to Prime Video.