How to Watch Avatar in Order
To watch Avatar: Fire and Ash, start with Avatar.
Watch Avatar in release order for a first viewing — start with Avatar (2009). There are 5 films, released between 2009–2025. That is 9.2 hours across the 3 released films. Only 3 are essential to follow the story — 9.2 hours. Avatar 4 has not been released yet.
The full checklist
0 of 5 watched- 1Avatar2009Essential162m
- 2Avatar: The Way of Water2022Essential192m
- 3Avatar: Fire and Ash2025Essential198m
- 4Avatar 42029Not out yet
- 5Avatar 52031Not out yet
Ranked by rating
TMDB user score- 1Avatar20097.6
- 2Avatar: The Way of Water20227.6
- 3Avatar: Fire and Ash20257.6
Frequently asked questions
What is the correct order to watch Avatar?
For a first viewing, watch Avatar in release order, starting with Avatar (2009) and ending with Avatar: Fire and Ash (2025). That is the order the story was written to be discovered in.
How many Avatar films are there?
There are 5 Avatar films, 3 of which have been released.
Can I skip any Avatar films?
3 of the 5 films carry the main story: Avatar, Avatar: The Way of Water, Avatar: Fire and Ash. The other 2 can be skipped on a first watch without losing the plot.
Where should a first-time viewer start with Avatar?
Start with Avatar, released in 2009. It introduces the characters and setting the later films build on.
How long does it take to watch all of Avatar?
Watching every Avatar film takes 9.2 hours across the 3 released films. Sticking to the 3 essential films takes 9.2 hours.
Is there a new Avatar film coming?
Yes — Avatar 4 is announced and not yet released. Everything before it is listed above in order.