Here’s a look at this week’s biggest premieres, parties and openings in Los Angeles and New York, including events for Gaga Chromatica Ball, Star Wars: The Acolyte and The Garfield Movie.
The Garfield Movie premiere
Chris Pratt and Hannah Waddingham premiered their new Garfield movie in Hollywood on Sunday, as the iconic cat also had his paws immortalized in cement in front of the Tcl Chinese Theatre.
Hannah Waddingham, Chris Pratt and Garfield creator Jim Davis Danielle Misher (co-head, global theatrical marketing, Sony Pictures Entertainment), Josh Greenstein (president, Sony Pictures Entertainment’s Motion Picture Group), Andrew A. Kosove (co-ceo, co-founder, Alcon Entertainment) and Broderick Johnson (co-ceo, co-founder, Alcon Entertainment)
Gaga Chromatica Ball premiere
Lady Gaga, appearing in two show-stopping looks, walked the red carpet and sat for a Q&a at the world premiere of her HBO concert special in Los Angeles on Thursday.
Lady Gaga
Star Wars: The Acolyte...
The Garfield Movie premiere
Chris Pratt and Hannah Waddingham premiered their new Garfield movie in Hollywood on Sunday, as the iconic cat also had his paws immortalized in cement in front of the Tcl Chinese Theatre.
Hannah Waddingham, Chris Pratt and Garfield creator Jim Davis Danielle Misher (co-head, global theatrical marketing, Sony Pictures Entertainment), Josh Greenstein (president, Sony Pictures Entertainment’s Motion Picture Group), Andrew A. Kosove (co-ceo, co-founder, Alcon Entertainment) and Broderick Johnson (co-ceo, co-founder, Alcon Entertainment)
Gaga Chromatica Ball premiere
Lady Gaga, appearing in two show-stopping looks, walked the red carpet and sat for a Q&a at the world premiere of her HBO concert special in Los Angeles on Thursday.
Lady Gaga
Star Wars: The Acolyte...
- 5/24/2024
- by Kirsten Chuba
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Netflix’s Avatar might not have been a resounding success, but it is definitely a step up from its previous iteration, which came in the form of M. Night Shyamalan’s The Last Airbender. Among the numerous decisions that the film made, one of the most criticized aspects of the movie was the CGI that it used.
The Last Airbender | Nickelodeon Movies
Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender had a lot riding on it. While it had to bear the burden of satisfying fans who had been hurt once before by an inadequate live-action adaptation, it also had to make sure that it did not repeat the same mistakes that the first live-action adaptation of the animated series made. It is safe to say, that if nothing else, the Netflix version of the IP had the previous live-action adaptation beat in one key way.
Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender...
The Last Airbender | Nickelodeon Movies
Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender had a lot riding on it. While it had to bear the burden of satisfying fans who had been hurt once before by an inadequate live-action adaptation, it also had to make sure that it did not repeat the same mistakes that the first live-action adaptation of the animated series made. It is safe to say, that if nothing else, the Netflix version of the IP had the previous live-action adaptation beat in one key way.
Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender...
- 5/24/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
James Gunn and Peter Safran have no doubt that they’ll have to push their boundaries if they are to harbor any hopes of making the DC Universe a success that can go on to challenge the Marvel Cinematic Universe. After the DC Extended Universe’s dismal run, there is a lot of pressure on this franchise to deliver.
No wonder that they are trying to get everything right. And one step in that direction is getting the cast right. For now, it seems like Iñaki Godoy might be perfect for one role in the new franchise.
A new Teen Titans film is on the horizon
James Gunn has a Teen Titans movie in the pipeline l Credit: Wikimedia Commons
As a part of the overhaul of the DC Extended Universe, James Gunn & Co. has come out with an outlay of movies to enthrall fans. As it turns out, 6 movies are in the pipeline currently,...
No wonder that they are trying to get everything right. And one step in that direction is getting the cast right. For now, it seems like Iñaki Godoy might be perfect for one role in the new franchise.
A new Teen Titans film is on the horizon
James Gunn has a Teen Titans movie in the pipeline l Credit: Wikimedia Commons
As a part of the overhaul of the DC Extended Universe, James Gunn & Co. has come out with an outlay of movies to enthrall fans. As it turns out, 6 movies are in the pipeline currently,...
- 5/8/2024
- by Smriti Sneh
- FandomWire
We recently shared rumors about a live-action ‘Teen Titans’ movie in the works, and they’ve now been confirmed.
Ana Nogueira, currently involved with ‘Supergirl: the Woman of Tomorrow,’ has been chosen to write the script. Production for the movie is expected to start in late 2025.
Recently, at the ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ panel, Ian Ousley, known for his role as Sokka in the live-action adaptation, shared his interest in playing Gar Logan, also known as Beast Boy, in the Teen Titans series.
I am really a huge fan of Titans, so I would love to be Beast Boy, that’s like a dream role for me,” he shared. “So, maybe one day?!
He could find himself in the role sooner than anticipated, and given his commendable martial arts expertise, he could excel in it.
Ousley started practicing taekwondo at the age of 9, achieving a third-degree black belt in 2018 following five years of competing nationally.
Ana Nogueira, currently involved with ‘Supergirl: the Woman of Tomorrow,’ has been chosen to write the script. Production for the movie is expected to start in late 2025.
Recently, at the ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ panel, Ian Ousley, known for his role as Sokka in the live-action adaptation, shared his interest in playing Gar Logan, also known as Beast Boy, in the Teen Titans series.
I am really a huge fan of Titans, so I would love to be Beast Boy, that’s like a dream role for me,” he shared. “So, maybe one day?!
He could find himself in the role sooner than anticipated, and given his commendable martial arts expertise, he could excel in it.
Ousley started practicing taekwondo at the age of 9, achieving a third-degree black belt in 2018 following five years of competing nationally.
- 5/7/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
Recently we’ve reported on the rumors of how the live-action ‘Teen Titans’ movie is in development and those rumors were confirmed to be true with the writer already picked to write the movie.
Ana Nogueira, who is already working on ‘Supergirl: the Woman of Tomorrow’ was hired to pen the project. The movie is reportedly set to begin production in late 2025.
Recently, during the ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ panel, Ian Ousley who portrays Sokka in the live-action rendition of the show expressed how he would like to portray one notable member of Teen Titans – Gar Logan aka Beast Boy.
I am really a huge fan of Titans, so I would love to be Beast Boy, that’s like a dream role for me,” he shared. “So, maybe one day?!
He might get an opportunity sooner than expected, and with his impressive martial arts background, he might prove to be excellent for the role.
Ana Nogueira, who is already working on ‘Supergirl: the Woman of Tomorrow’ was hired to pen the project. The movie is reportedly set to begin production in late 2025.
Recently, during the ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ panel, Ian Ousley who portrays Sokka in the live-action rendition of the show expressed how he would like to portray one notable member of Teen Titans – Gar Logan aka Beast Boy.
I am really a huge fan of Titans, so I would love to be Beast Boy, that’s like a dream role for me,” he shared. “So, maybe one day?!
He might get an opportunity sooner than expected, and with his impressive martial arts background, he might prove to be excellent for the role.
- 5/7/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Avatar: The Last Airbender star Ian Ousley has recently revealed his desire to play Dcu’s Teen Titans role of Garfield Logan. The factory reset of DC Universe by James Gunn and Peter Safran has certainly opened doors for several actors to have their shot at DC Universe after the inception of Chapter 1, Gods and Monsters.
Beast Boy. Credit: DC Comics
In the near future, Gunn might look to use the popular series, Teen Titan, with an entirely new cast. But ahead of that, Ousley revealed that he has been keen on playing Beast Boy— one of the primary characters of the superpowered teen band. However, fans are not quite so sure as they find another actor better suited for the role.
Ian Ousley Wants to Play Dcu’s Teen Titan Role
Ian Ousley in Avatar: The Last Airbender
Ian Ousley who recently found fame with his Avatar: The Last Airbender live-action portrayal of Sokka,...
Beast Boy. Credit: DC Comics
In the near future, Gunn might look to use the popular series, Teen Titan, with an entirely new cast. But ahead of that, Ousley revealed that he has been keen on playing Beast Boy— one of the primary characters of the superpowered teen band. However, fans are not quite so sure as they find another actor better suited for the role.
Ian Ousley Wants to Play Dcu’s Teen Titan Role
Ian Ousley in Avatar: The Last Airbender
Ian Ousley who recently found fame with his Avatar: The Last Airbender live-action portrayal of Sokka,...
- 5/7/2024
- by Lachit Roy
- FandomWire
Avatar: The Last Airbender has its fair share of straight and queer ships, something that the fandom has endlessly debated about within both The Last Airbender and The Legend of Korra. While The Last Airbender was usually lagging in the canon queer relationship department, it seems that the live-action adaptation of the series amended that with its first season.
Ian Ousley as Sokka, Gordon Cormier as Aang, Kiawentiio as Katara in season 1 of Avatar: The Last Airbender
The first season of the show covers a lot of ground. It has a lot more freedom compared to its animated iteration, given that it is a completely separate medium with a different audience in mind. This allowed the story to explore other themes that could only be alluded to in the animated version or had to be wholly absent thanks to the time it was made in and the audience it catered to.
Ian Ousley as Sokka, Gordon Cormier as Aang, Kiawentiio as Katara in season 1 of Avatar: The Last Airbender
The first season of the show covers a lot of ground. It has a lot more freedom compared to its animated iteration, given that it is a completely separate medium with a different audience in mind. This allowed the story to explore other themes that could only be alluded to in the animated version or had to be wholly absent thanks to the time it was made in and the audience it catered to.
- 4/24/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender, developed by Albert Kim, is a live-action adaptation of the animated television series of the same name, created by Michael Dante Dimartino and Bryan Konietzko. The live-action adaptation stars Gordon Cormier, Ian Ousley, Kiawentiio, and more.
Set in a fictional world where human civilization is divided into four nations based on the elements: water, fire, earth, and air. The story follows the adventurous journey of 12-year-old Aang, the next Avatar who can master all four elements. Katara and Sokka accompany him on his quest to save the world from the onslaught of the Fire Lord while avoiding being captured by Crown Prince Zuko. Ian Ousley once again discussed his character compared to the character from the original animated series.
Ian Oulsey and Kiawentiio as Sokka and Katara
Ian Ousley Insists on Finding Ways to Bring out a More Serious Side to Sokka without Losing...
Set in a fictional world where human civilization is divided into four nations based on the elements: water, fire, earth, and air. The story follows the adventurous journey of 12-year-old Aang, the next Avatar who can master all four elements. Katara and Sokka accompany him on his quest to save the world from the onslaught of the Fire Lord while avoiding being captured by Crown Prince Zuko. Ian Ousley once again discussed his character compared to the character from the original animated series.
Ian Oulsey and Kiawentiio as Sokka and Katara
Ian Ousley Insists on Finding Ways to Bring out a More Serious Side to Sokka without Losing...
- 4/10/2024
- by Avneet Ahluwalia
- FandomWire
The animated Avatar: The Last Airbender series, created by Michael Dante Dimartino and Bryan Konietzko, has become a cult classic although the last season aired more than a decade ago. Its popularity among the viewers led to its adaptation into M. Night Shyamalan’s 2010 live-action film. It also spawned the sequel series The Legend of Korra, which aired from 2012 to 2014.
A still from Avatar: The Last Airbender
Fast forward to 2023, a Netflix live-action remake of the series was released. Just like the animated show, this live-action series also featured numerous characters such as Aang the Avatar, his companions Katara and Sokka, the exiled Fire Nation crown prince Zuko, and many others. Every fan has their own bias when it comes to all these characters. Similarly, the writers too have a personal favorite.
Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender‘s Creator Revealed the Writers’ Favorite Character
Albert Kim | Asia Society on...
A still from Avatar: The Last Airbender
Fast forward to 2023, a Netflix live-action remake of the series was released. Just like the animated show, this live-action series also featured numerous characters such as Aang the Avatar, his companions Katara and Sokka, the exiled Fire Nation crown prince Zuko, and many others. Every fan has their own bias when it comes to all these characters. Similarly, the writers too have a personal favorite.
Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender‘s Creator Revealed the Writers’ Favorite Character
Albert Kim | Asia Society on...
- 4/8/2024
- by Ankita
- FandomWire
Water, Earth, Fire, Air, New Showrunners. Netflix‘s live-action adaptation of Avatar: The Last Airbender will switch things up for its remaining seasons as Albert Kim steps down as the wildly entertaining elemental adventure showrunner. Christine Boylan and Jabbar Raisani will lead the show as executive producers in the future. Boylan and Raisani are well-versed in the world of Avatar after Boylan served as co-executive producer on Season 1. At the same time, Raisani was an executive producer, director, and VFX supervisor. Kim remains a part of the series as an executive producer for seasons two and three.
Kim’s exit stems from his getting the opportunity to develop more projects at Disney. Additionally, he’s boarding the second season of Percy Jackson and the Olympians as an executive producer. Avatar: The Last Airbender was renewed by Netflix for two more seasons after the series exceeded expectations at launch. While the...
Kim’s exit stems from his getting the opportunity to develop more projects at Disney. Additionally, he’s boarding the second season of Percy Jackson and the Olympians as an executive producer. Avatar: The Last Airbender was renewed by Netflix for two more seasons after the series exceeded expectations at launch. While the...
- 4/5/2024
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
Avatar: The Last Airbender recently has been renewed for two seasons. The live-action reimagining of the beloved animated series follows Aang, the young Avatar, as he learns to master the four elements to restore balance to a world threatened by the terrifying Fire Nation and will conclude with season 3.
Avatar: The Last Airbender
While the first season had eight episodes, there’s no word as of now on how many episodes will be in the final two seasons. In the meantime, the show just faced a big change before tackling Book Two for the live-action series.
SUGGESTEDAvatar: The Last Airbender Creators Avoided a Critical Mistake That’ll Make You Fall in Love Zuko All Over Again
Albert Kim, who developed the series and served as showrunner on Season 1, is stepping down.
Change in Leadership in Netflix’s Live-action Avatar: The Last Airbender Series
Netflix’s live-action adaptation of Avatar: The Last Airbender...
Avatar: The Last Airbender
While the first season had eight episodes, there’s no word as of now on how many episodes will be in the final two seasons. In the meantime, the show just faced a big change before tackling Book Two for the live-action series.
SUGGESTEDAvatar: The Last Airbender Creators Avoided a Critical Mistake That’ll Make You Fall in Love Zuko All Over Again
Albert Kim, who developed the series and served as showrunner on Season 1, is stepping down.
Change in Leadership in Netflix’s Live-action Avatar: The Last Airbender Series
Netflix’s live-action adaptation of Avatar: The Last Airbender...
- 4/5/2024
- by Prantik Prabal Roy
- FandomWire
Netflix’s live-action “Avatar: The Last Airbender” series is undergoing a change in leadership.
Variety has learned that Albert Kim, who developed the series and served as showrunner on Season 1, is stepping down. Christine Boylan and Jabbar Raisani will lead the show as executive producers going forward. Netflix has already announced the show has been renewed for two more seasons, concluding with Season 3.
Boylan served as co-executive producer on Season 1 of “Last Airbender,” while Raisani was an executive producer, director, and a VFX supervisor. Kim will remain onboard as an executive producer for Seasons 2 and 3. According to an individual with knowledge of the situation, Kim wanted to explore new opportunities following the multi-year development process on “Last Airbender” and has signed a deal with Disney to work as an executive producer on the “Percy Jackson” series while also developing new projects for that company.
Boylan’s other credits include the...
Variety has learned that Albert Kim, who developed the series and served as showrunner on Season 1, is stepping down. Christine Boylan and Jabbar Raisani will lead the show as executive producers going forward. Netflix has already announced the show has been renewed for two more seasons, concluding with Season 3.
Boylan served as co-executive producer on Season 1 of “Last Airbender,” while Raisani was an executive producer, director, and a VFX supervisor. Kim will remain onboard as an executive producer for Seasons 2 and 3. According to an individual with knowledge of the situation, Kim wanted to explore new opportunities following the multi-year development process on “Last Airbender” and has signed a deal with Disney to work as an executive producer on the “Percy Jackson” series while also developing new projects for that company.
Boylan’s other credits include the...
- 4/4/2024
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Avatar: The Last Airbender is making a showrunner change.
Albert Kim, who served as showrunner and wrote the pilot for Netflix’s hit live-action adaptation anime adaptation, is moving on with Christine Boylan and Jabbar Raisani taking over leadership of the show as exec producers for seasons two and three.
Kim shepherded the show for nearly two and a half years and will remain on the show as an executive producer. He has just signed a deal with Disney to join Percy Jackson and the Olympians as an exec producer after it was renewed for a second season.
Boylan was a co-exec producer on the first season. She has previously worked as a co-exec producer on series including Citadel, Poker Face and The Punisher as well as working on series including Castle and Once Upon A Time.
Raisani was director, executive producer and a VFX supervisor on season one. He...
Albert Kim, who served as showrunner and wrote the pilot for Netflix’s hit live-action adaptation anime adaptation, is moving on with Christine Boylan and Jabbar Raisani taking over leadership of the show as exec producers for seasons two and three.
Kim shepherded the show for nearly two and a half years and will remain on the show as an executive producer. He has just signed a deal with Disney to join Percy Jackson and the Olympians as an exec producer after it was renewed for a second season.
Boylan was a co-exec producer on the first season. She has previously worked as a co-exec producer on series including Citadel, Poker Face and The Punisher as well as working on series including Castle and Once Upon A Time.
Raisani was director, executive producer and a VFX supervisor on season one. He...
- 4/4/2024
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Avatar: The Last Airbender is heading into its second season with its third showrunner at the helm.
Showrunner Albert Kim, who replaced creators Michael Dante Dimartino and Bryan Konietzko, is also exiting the Netflix live-action series. Co-executive producer Christine Boylan and exec producer Jabbar Raisani — both of whom were hired by Kim — will take over as the drama’s third showrunners for the previously announced second and third seasons.
Sources say Kim’s intention was to lay the foundation for season one of Avatar: The Last Airbender after stepping in for the beloved franchise’s creators. Given the long turnaround time in crafting the series — Netflix ordered it in 2018, the creators left in late 2020 and the show didn’t debut until February 2024 — sources say Kim was ready to move on to new opportunities.
Kim, whose résumé include Sleepy Hollow and Leverage, will remain credited as an exec producer on Avatar: The Last Airbender...
Showrunner Albert Kim, who replaced creators Michael Dante Dimartino and Bryan Konietzko, is also exiting the Netflix live-action series. Co-executive producer Christine Boylan and exec producer Jabbar Raisani — both of whom were hired by Kim — will take over as the drama’s third showrunners for the previously announced second and third seasons.
Sources say Kim’s intention was to lay the foundation for season one of Avatar: The Last Airbender after stepping in for the beloved franchise’s creators. Given the long turnaround time in crafting the series — Netflix ordered it in 2018, the creators left in late 2020 and the show didn’t debut until February 2024 — sources say Kim was ready to move on to new opportunities.
Kim, whose résumé include Sleepy Hollow and Leverage, will remain credited as an exec producer on Avatar: The Last Airbender...
- 4/4/2024
- by Lesley Goldberg
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Updated: The Paley Center for Media has revealed new additions to the lineup for the 41st PaleyFest LA, which runs from Friday, April 12 through Saturday, April 20 at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood.
Joining The Morning Show on opening night, April 12 are Karen Pittman (Mia Jordan); Nicole Behaire (Christina Hunter); Charlotte Stoudt, Showrunner & Executive Producer, and Mimi Leder, Executive Producer & Director.
For the Loki panel, Owen Wilson will join the previously announced Tom Hiddleson, along with Sophia Di Martino, Eric Martin, Justin Benson and Aaron Moorhead. That’s April 13.
Judd Apatow will moderate Curb Your Enthusiasm on Thursday, April 18, while Patton Oswalt will moderate The Late Show with Stephen Colbert on Saturday, April 20.
Arden Cho (June) will join Avatar: The Last Airbender on April 14.
Executive Producer and Co-Showrunner Rich Appel will moderate the Q&a conversation for Family Guy 25th Anniversary Celebration on Friday, April 19.
As previously announced, Andy Samberg will...
Joining The Morning Show on opening night, April 12 are Karen Pittman (Mia Jordan); Nicole Behaire (Christina Hunter); Charlotte Stoudt, Showrunner & Executive Producer, and Mimi Leder, Executive Producer & Director.
For the Loki panel, Owen Wilson will join the previously announced Tom Hiddleson, along with Sophia Di Martino, Eric Martin, Justin Benson and Aaron Moorhead. That’s April 13.
Judd Apatow will moderate Curb Your Enthusiasm on Thursday, April 18, while Patton Oswalt will moderate The Late Show with Stephen Colbert on Saturday, April 20.
Arden Cho (June) will join Avatar: The Last Airbender on April 14.
Executive Producer and Co-Showrunner Rich Appel will moderate the Q&a conversation for Family Guy 25th Anniversary Celebration on Friday, April 19.
As previously announced, Andy Samberg will...
- 3/27/2024
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
The live-action adaptation of the animated TV series Avatar: The Last Airbender attracted a lot of attention last month for the wrong reasons. Michael Dante Dimartino and Bryan Konietzko created the animated series for Nickelodeon. The show was aired between 2005 and 2008, and more than a decade later, it was made into a live-action series for Netflix.
A still from Avatar: The Last Airbender
The Netflix adaptation was criticized on numerous grounds owing to the change in storyline and the visual effects. Despite this, it has reached a milestone that has left behind another live-action adaptation that was released last year. The other live-action adaptation in question is One Piece.
Avatar: The Last Airbender Has Made a New Record A still from Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender
Avatar: The Last Airbender is set in a fictional world where human society is divided into four nations based on the four classical elements- Air,...
A still from Avatar: The Last Airbender
The Netflix adaptation was criticized on numerous grounds owing to the change in storyline and the visual effects. Despite this, it has reached a milestone that has left behind another live-action adaptation that was released last year. The other live-action adaptation in question is One Piece.
Avatar: The Last Airbender Has Made a New Record A still from Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender
Avatar: The Last Airbender is set in a fictional world where human society is divided into four nations based on the four classical elements- Air,...
- 3/22/2024
- by Ankita
- FandomWire
Maria Zhang was recently seen playing Suki in Netflix’s live-action adaptation of Avatar: The Last Airbender. The actress has impressed several fans of the series with her portrayal of the leader of the Kyoshi warriors. However, before being popular for her breakout Netflix series, the Polish actress had her fair share of struggles and had an interesting journey in her career.
Ian Ousley and Maria Zhang in Avatar: The Last Airbender
Avatar: The Last Airbender Netflix live-action adaptation has generated a lot of hype among the viewers. Despite garnering a mixed reception from all around, the live-action adaptation of the famous animated series managed to attract a record-breaking viewership for its visuals and performances.
What did Maria Zhang say about her journey? Maria Zhang in Avatar: The Last Airbender
Maria Zhang did not have a primary role in the first season of Avatar: The Last Airbender. She was a...
Ian Ousley and Maria Zhang in Avatar: The Last Airbender
Avatar: The Last Airbender Netflix live-action adaptation has generated a lot of hype among the viewers. Despite garnering a mixed reception from all around, the live-action adaptation of the famous animated series managed to attract a record-breaking viewership for its visuals and performances.
What did Maria Zhang say about her journey? Maria Zhang in Avatar: The Last Airbender
Maria Zhang did not have a primary role in the first season of Avatar: The Last Airbender. She was a...
- 3/12/2024
- by Subham Mandal
- FandomWire
Canadian actress and singer Kiawentiio Tarbell who recently appeared in the Netflix live-action adaptation Avatar: The Last Airbender alongside Ian Ousley, sat for an interview to discuss her character. Previously appearing in the Netflix show Anne With An E, and the 2020 drama Beans, the actress seemingly spoke from experience during the interview.
Kiawentiio Tarbell in Avatar: The Last Airbender
Speaking with Harper’s Bazaar, Kiawentiio Tarbell initially began by explaining how the animated Avatar the Last Airbender was an integral part of her childhood. Therefore, when Netflix announced developing a live-action adaptation, the actress auditioned for Katara. In a way during the interview, Tarbell explained the importance of her character and even proved Katara to be more significant than Aang.
Kiawentiio Tarbell Expressed Her Appreciation for Katara
17-year-old Canadian actress and singer Kiawentiio Tarbell, who found her industry break with the Netflix show Anne With An E, further marked her...
Kiawentiio Tarbell in Avatar: The Last Airbender
Speaking with Harper’s Bazaar, Kiawentiio Tarbell initially began by explaining how the animated Avatar the Last Airbender was an integral part of her childhood. Therefore, when Netflix announced developing a live-action adaptation, the actress auditioned for Katara. In a way during the interview, Tarbell explained the importance of her character and even proved Katara to be more significant than Aang.
Kiawentiio Tarbell Expressed Her Appreciation for Katara
17-year-old Canadian actress and singer Kiawentiio Tarbell, who found her industry break with the Netflix show Anne With An E, further marked her...
- 3/9/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
Maria Zhang has captivated the hearts of the audience with her extraordinary talent and charismatic onscreen presence, which makes her a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.
This was evident as the actress has not only skillfully portrayed the role of Suki in Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender, but also showcased her combat prowess in intense battle scenes.
Maria Zhang as Suki in Avatar: The Last Airbender
Though she was featured in only one episode of the live-action series she had gained a massive fan following from the series.
However, fans of the character and the series might not be so delighted with Zhang as she shares how she had not even heard of the anime series before her audition. The All I Ever Wanted actress who played the role of the leader of the Kyoshi Warriors was embarrassed and fans might not take it on a positive note.
This was evident as the actress has not only skillfully portrayed the role of Suki in Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender, but also showcased her combat prowess in intense battle scenes.
Maria Zhang as Suki in Avatar: The Last Airbender
Though she was featured in only one episode of the live-action series she had gained a massive fan following from the series.
However, fans of the character and the series might not be so delighted with Zhang as she shares how she had not even heard of the anime series before her audition. The All I Ever Wanted actress who played the role of the leader of the Kyoshi Warriors was embarrassed and fans might not take it on a positive note.
- 3/8/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender has officially been renewed for Seasons 2 and 3. While the show received mixed reactions from fans, it managed to climb to the number-one spot on the streaming platform’s list.
Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender
The main cast includes Gordon Cormier, Kiawentiio, Ian Ousley, Dallas Liu, Elizabeth Yu, and Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, and the show follows the adventures of 12-year-old Aang as he masters the four elemental powers to save a world at war.
Gordon Cormier’s Priceless Reaction To Fake Avatar: The Last Airbender Cancelation
During a video call meeting, the cast of Avatar: The Last Airbender were present to hear an announcement made by Daniel Dae Kim, who plays Fire Lord Ozai. The actor started the conversation by building up the tension and increasing the anticipation of the cast members (via Netflix):
“One of the reasons we’re getting together is...
Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender
The main cast includes Gordon Cormier, Kiawentiio, Ian Ousley, Dallas Liu, Elizabeth Yu, and Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, and the show follows the adventures of 12-year-old Aang as he masters the four elemental powers to save a world at war.
Gordon Cormier’s Priceless Reaction To Fake Avatar: The Last Airbender Cancelation
During a video call meeting, the cast of Avatar: The Last Airbender were present to hear an announcement made by Daniel Dae Kim, who plays Fire Lord Ozai. The actor started the conversation by building up the tension and increasing the anticipation of the cast members (via Netflix):
“One of the reasons we’re getting together is...
- 3/8/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender has been making headlines for several reasons since the announcement of the live-action series adapted from the fan-favorite Nickelodeon show. In a recent update, Netflix revealed that the fantasy action adventure is renewed for two more seasons after its first season run.
Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender
Dallas James Liu, who played Zuko in the Albert Kim-created show for the streamer, confirmed the nod which, per the actor, will create opportunities for indigenous and Asian communities. However, a glaring mistake in the series contradicts the very notion of Liu’s hope. Fans have clearly pointed that out.
Dallas James Liu Discussed Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender Renewal
Dallas James Liu in Avatar: The Last Airbender
Dallas James Liu recently attended Vanity Fair and Instagram’s pre-Oscars party, Vanities: A Night for Young Hollywood, at Bar Marmont, and spoke with Variety’s...
Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender
Dallas James Liu, who played Zuko in the Albert Kim-created show for the streamer, confirmed the nod which, per the actor, will create opportunities for indigenous and Asian communities. However, a glaring mistake in the series contradicts the very notion of Liu’s hope. Fans have clearly pointed that out.
Dallas James Liu Discussed Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender Renewal
Dallas James Liu in Avatar: The Last Airbender
Dallas James Liu recently attended Vanity Fair and Instagram’s pre-Oscars party, Vanities: A Night for Young Hollywood, at Bar Marmont, and spoke with Variety’s...
- 3/8/2024
- by Lachit Roy
- FandomWire
So many stars graced the red carpet outside Bar Marmont on Wednesday night (March 6) to attend Vanity Fair and Instagram Celebrate Vanities: A Night for Young Hollywood.
The celebrity packed guestlist featured the likes of Barry Keoghan, Hunter Schafer and Charles Melton. That’s barely scratching the surface, though.
We pulled together photos of more than 100 stars on the guestlist. That way you can easily see who was there and what they were wearing!
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Barry Keoghan
Fyi: Barry is wearing Amiri FW24 Rtw.
Hunter Schafer
Fyi: Hunter is wearing Prada SS13 Rtw.
Evan Ross Katz
Aria Mia Loberti
Reece Feldman
Derek Luh
Sammi Hanratty
Asa Germann
Dallas James Liu
Charles...
The celebrity packed guestlist featured the likes of Barry Keoghan, Hunter Schafer and Charles Melton. That’s barely scratching the surface, though.
We pulled together photos of more than 100 stars on the guestlist. That way you can easily see who was there and what they were wearing!
Head inside to see all of the photos from Vanity Fair and Instagram Celebrate Vanities: A Night for Young Hollywood…
Keep scrolling to see all of the photos from Vanity Fair and Instagram Celebrate Vanities: A Night for Young Hollywood…
Barry Keoghan
Fyi: Barry is wearing Amiri FW24 Rtw.
Hunter Schafer
Fyi: Hunter is wearing Prada SS13 Rtw.
Evan Ross Katz
Aria Mia Loberti
Reece Feldman
Derek Luh
Sammi Hanratty
Asa Germann
Dallas James Liu
Charles...
- 3/7/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
The cast and crew of “Avatar: The Last Airbender” are still waiting to hear what their creative team has in store for Seasons 2 and 3.
“We have no idea,” Dallas Liu, who stars as Prince Zuko in Netflix’s live-action adaptation of the Nickelodeon animated series of the same name, told me Wednesday night at Vanity Fair and Instagram’s pre-Oscars party, Vanities: A Night for Young Hollywood, at Bar Marmont. “We have literally zero details. I was hoping for something, but Netflix is staying pretty tight-lipped about it right now.”
They haven’t even been told when production will resume.
Even so, Liu is excited, specially because more seasons means more representation. “The Asian and the Indigenous community have so many talented actors and actress,” he said. “I feel like we could go in any direction that we’d like.”
Earlier on Wednesday, Netflix announced the series was renewed for two more seasons.
“We have no idea,” Dallas Liu, who stars as Prince Zuko in Netflix’s live-action adaptation of the Nickelodeon animated series of the same name, told me Wednesday night at Vanity Fair and Instagram’s pre-Oscars party, Vanities: A Night for Young Hollywood, at Bar Marmont. “We have literally zero details. I was hoping for something, but Netflix is staying pretty tight-lipped about it right now.”
They haven’t even been told when production will resume.
Even so, Liu is excited, specially because more seasons means more representation. “The Asian and the Indigenous community have so many talented actors and actress,” he said. “I feel like we could go in any direction that we’d like.”
Earlier on Wednesday, Netflix announced the series was renewed for two more seasons.
- 3/7/2024
- by Marc Malkin
- Variety Film + TV
Avatar: The Last Airbender arrived on Netflix in February, and fans of the live-action adaptation of the popular Nickelodeon animated series can rest easy knowing the series will get a proper resolution.
Netflix has renewed Avatar: The Last Airbender for two more seasons, but season three will also end the series.
The Netflix series, created by Michael Dimartino and Bryan Konietzko, stars Gordon Cormier, Ian Ousley, Kiawentiio, Dallas Liu, Ken Leung, Elizabeth Yu, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, and Daniel Dae Kim. It tells the story of young Aang (Cormier) as he learns to master the four elements.
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Netflix has renewed Avatar: The Last Airbender for two more seasons, but season three will also end the series.
The Netflix series, created by Michael Dimartino and Bryan Konietzko, stars Gordon Cormier, Ian Ousley, Kiawentiio, Dallas Liu, Ken Leung, Elizabeth Yu, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, and Daniel Dae Kim. It tells the story of young Aang (Cormier) as he learns to master the four elements.
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- 3/7/2024
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Netflix’s live-action adaptation of Avatar: The Last Airbender has been a topic of much discussion since its release, garnering both praise and criticism. The series, starring Gordon Cormier in the lead role, swiftly climbed to the top of the Netflix streaming charts, despite the mixed reactions. And fans and the cast of the series have now rejoiced with the news of a two-season renewal for the show.
Gordon Cormier as Aang in Avatar: The Last Airbender
However, the news of the renewal was not delivered swiftly to the cast, as Daniel Dae Kim, who portrays the role of Fire Lord Ozai in the Netflix adaptation, orchestrated a prank with false cancellation news, which left them in a state of shock and disbelief.
Daniel Dae Kim Pranks the Cast of Avatar: The Last Airbender
Netflix has officially renewed Avatar: The Last Airbender for Season 2 and Season 3. And Daniel Dae Kim...
Gordon Cormier as Aang in Avatar: The Last Airbender
However, the news of the renewal was not delivered swiftly to the cast, as Daniel Dae Kim, who portrays the role of Fire Lord Ozai in the Netflix adaptation, orchestrated a prank with false cancellation news, which left them in a state of shock and disbelief.
Daniel Dae Kim Pranks the Cast of Avatar: The Last Airbender
Netflix has officially renewed Avatar: The Last Airbender for Season 2 and Season 3. And Daniel Dae Kim...
- 3/7/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
Avatar: The Last Airbender over the decades has stood the test of time and remains one of the most beloved cartoons ever. Thus, when Netflix proposed a live-action version of it, people were excited but not without skepticism. With the release of the first season in February, the show has received fairly decent reviews from viewers. And now, the Fire Lord Ozai actor in the series, Daniel Dae Kim, has revealed why the show must be brought back for a second season, and the fans couldn’t agree more.
Daniel Dae Kim as Fire Lord Ozai The Last Airbender. Cr. Courtesy of Netflix © 2024 Why does Daniel Dae Kim So Desperately Want a Second Season For Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender?
Daniel Dae Kim is eager to bring back Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender, but he admits to one selfish reason. Fans of the cartoon know what a formidable...
Daniel Dae Kim as Fire Lord Ozai The Last Airbender. Cr. Courtesy of Netflix © 2024 Why does Daniel Dae Kim So Desperately Want a Second Season For Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender?
Daniel Dae Kim is eager to bring back Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender, but he admits to one selfish reason. Fans of the cartoon know what a formidable...
- 3/7/2024
- by Sampurna Banerjee
- FandomWire
Avatar: The Last Airbender is still in the hype after its premiere on Netflix. The action of the adventure series is mesmerizing for several fans; this time, actor Gordon Cormier’s stunt has left his co-stars speechless.
Avatar: The Last Airbender: (L to R) Ian Ousley as Sokka, Kiawentiio as Katara, Gordon Cormier as Aang
Cormier, who plays the titular character, Aang in the 2024 Netflix show, has performed several stunts. His acrobatic backflip, however, took his co-stars by surprise and they wondered how the actor had done such a scene that was visually appealing.
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Gordon Cormier as Aang in Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender
Avatar: The Last Airbender’s Aang actor Gordon Cormier shined in the series with his performance.
Avatar: The Last Airbender: (L to R) Ian Ousley as Sokka, Kiawentiio as Katara, Gordon Cormier as Aang
Cormier, who plays the titular character, Aang in the 2024 Netflix show, has performed several stunts. His acrobatic backflip, however, took his co-stars by surprise and they wondered how the actor had done such a scene that was visually appealing.
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Gordon Cormier’s Insane Stunt Surprised His Co-Stars
Gordon Cormier as Aang in Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender
Avatar: The Last Airbender’s Aang actor Gordon Cormier shined in the series with his performance.
- 3/7/2024
- by Lachit Roy
- FandomWire
We have a bit of good news for the fans who loved Netflix’s live-action adaptation of the beloved Nickelodeon animated series Avatar: The Last Airbender, as the streaming giant has just renewed the fantasy adventure series for two more seasons in advance.
Based on an animated series of the same name by Michael Dante Dimartino and Bryan Konietzko, the Netflix live-action series is set in a world that is divided by four nations – Air Nomads, the Earth Kingdom, the Water Tribe, and the Fire Nation. All of the Nations are fighting a 100-year war against the Fire Nation, who are trying to conquer and rule the whole world. The three nations might get a chance at winning this war if the prophesized Avatar reappears, who has been missing for 100 years.
The series’ story follows the last Airbender alive, a boy named Aang who is the Avatar prophesized to win...
Based on an animated series of the same name by Michael Dante Dimartino and Bryan Konietzko, the Netflix live-action series is set in a world that is divided by four nations – Air Nomads, the Earth Kingdom, the Water Tribe, and the Fire Nation. All of the Nations are fighting a 100-year war against the Fire Nation, who are trying to conquer and rule the whole world. The three nations might get a chance at winning this war if the prophesized Avatar reappears, who has been missing for 100 years.
The series’ story follows the last Airbender alive, a boy named Aang who is the Avatar prophesized to win...
- 3/6/2024
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
“Avatar: The Last Airbender” Renewed For Two More Seasons
There’s harmony at Netflix and amidst the four nations. The streamer has announced a two-season renewal for its hit live-action “Avatar: The Last Airbender,” based on the hit Nickelodeon anime of the same name. The series will officially end with the third season, mirroring the animated series’ arc.
Watch the trailer for “Avatar: The Last Airbender” Season 1 below:
“Avatar: The Last Airbender” takes place in a world divided into four nations—Water, Earth, Fire, and Air—where Benders can manipulate and control their respective nation’s element. Amidst lost hope, Aang (played by Gordon Cormier), a young Air Nomad, reawakens to take his place as the next Avatar, the only individual who has the ability to bend all four elements, and he and his friends Katara (Kiawentiio) and Sokka (Ian Ousley) journey to end the Fire Nation’s war against...
There’s harmony at Netflix and amidst the four nations. The streamer has announced a two-season renewal for its hit live-action “Avatar: The Last Airbender,” based on the hit Nickelodeon anime of the same name. The series will officially end with the third season, mirroring the animated series’ arc.
Watch the trailer for “Avatar: The Last Airbender” Season 1 below:
“Avatar: The Last Airbender” takes place in a world divided into four nations—Water, Earth, Fire, and Air—where Benders can manipulate and control their respective nation’s element. Amidst lost hope, Aang (played by Gordon Cormier), a young Air Nomad, reawakens to take his place as the next Avatar, the only individual who has the ability to bend all four elements, and he and his friends Katara (Kiawentiio) and Sokka (Ian Ousley) journey to end the Fire Nation’s war against...
- 3/6/2024
- by Ashley Steves
- The Streamable
Avatar: The Last Airbender is one of the most beloved and respected animated series in the entire genre. Having some of the most complex and fleshed-out characters, it is no surprise that there have been several attempts to get the true essence of the 2005 series right. While the Netflix adaptation raised the hopes of the fans quite a lot, as soon as the live-action adaptation was released, disappointment was all they felt.
Aang in Avatar: The Last Airbender
Audiences were deeply disappointed at what the series brought, having several critics about everything, including cast, acting, storytelling, character representation, and even themes. Considering how hate for the adaption spread like wildfire on the internet, a recent update on the series has fans more than a little worried.
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Audiences were deeply disappointed at what the series brought, having several critics about everything, including cast, acting, storytelling, character representation, and even themes. Considering how hate for the adaption spread like wildfire on the internet, a recent update on the series has fans more than a little worried.
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- 3/6/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
The new 8-episode live-action adventure series "Avatar: The Last Airbender", stars Gordon Cormier as 'Aang', Kiawentiio as 'Katara', Ian Ousley as 'Sokka' and Dallas Liu as 'Zuko', now streaming on Netflix:
"...the series is set in a war-torn world where certain people can 'bend' one of the four classical elements—water, earth, fire, or air.
"'Aang' (Cormier) is the 'bridge' between the mortal and spirit worlds, and the only one capable of bending all four of the elements.
“The Avatar maintains the balance of the world and nature to bring peace, and Aang is now faced with the responsibility of ending the ambitions of the militaristic 'Fire Nation' to conquer the world.
“With his new companions 'Katara' (Kiawntiio) and 'Sokka' (Ousley), Aang sets out to master the four classical elements while pursued by the exiled Fire Nation crown prince 'Zuko' (Liu) who seeks to regain his honor by capturing him.
"...the series is set in a war-torn world where certain people can 'bend' one of the four classical elements—water, earth, fire, or air.
"'Aang' (Cormier) is the 'bridge' between the mortal and spirit worlds, and the only one capable of bending all four of the elements.
“The Avatar maintains the balance of the world and nature to bring peace, and Aang is now faced with the responsibility of ending the ambitions of the militaristic 'Fire Nation' to conquer the world.
“With his new companions 'Katara' (Kiawntiio) and 'Sokka' (Ousley), Aang sets out to master the four classical elements while pursued by the exiled Fire Nation crown prince 'Zuko' (Liu) who seeks to regain his honor by capturing him.
- 3/6/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Netflix has managed to adapt the popular Avatar: The Last Airbender animated series which follows the story of Aang, who is also the Avatar, the one who can master all four elements: Water, Earth, Fire, and Air. While the animated series has quite interesting chapters revolving around the protagonist and his friends, Katara and Sokka, the Netflix series has already released the first season with eight episodes.
Avatar: The Last Airbender. (L to R) Ian Ousley as Sokka, Kiawentiio as Katara, and Gordon Cormier as Aang in season 1 of Avatar: The Last Airbender [ Courtesy of Netflix © 2024]Despite the show getting mixed responses from viewers, one couldn’t help but notice the live-action characters meticulously even to their slightest detail. Among them, Princess Yue’s character managed to captivate viewers’ interest with her ethereal beauty. While the character met a tragic conclusion in the series, fans couldn’t help but wonder about the striking...
Avatar: The Last Airbender. (L to R) Ian Ousley as Sokka, Kiawentiio as Katara, and Gordon Cormier as Aang in season 1 of Avatar: The Last Airbender [ Courtesy of Netflix © 2024]Despite the show getting mixed responses from viewers, one couldn’t help but notice the live-action characters meticulously even to their slightest detail. Among them, Princess Yue’s character managed to captivate viewers’ interest with her ethereal beauty. While the character met a tragic conclusion in the series, fans couldn’t help but wonder about the striking...
- 3/6/2024
- by Priya Sharma
- FandomWire
Gordon Cormier as Ang, Kiawentiio as Katara, and Ian Ousley as Sokka in season 1 of ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ (Photo Cr. Netflix © 2024)
The live-action Avatar: The Last Airbender has been renewed for seasons two and three, with Netflix announcing the upcoming seasons will wrap up the reimagining of the popular Nickelodeon series. The streaming service’s official announcement didn’t include a target premiere date.
Netflix’s very basic description of the upcoming seasons reads: “The live-action reimagining of the beloved animated series will return with a second and third season to conclude the epic story as the four nations unite – Water. Earth. Fire. Air. – to bring The Legend of Aang to its proper conclusion.”
Season one premiered on February 22, 2024 and pulled in 41.1 million views in its first 11 days. The story of a young boy with incredible powers ranked first among all English TV shows on the streaming service in 76 countries.
The live-action Avatar: The Last Airbender has been renewed for seasons two and three, with Netflix announcing the upcoming seasons will wrap up the reimagining of the popular Nickelodeon series. The streaming service’s official announcement didn’t include a target premiere date.
Netflix’s very basic description of the upcoming seasons reads: “The live-action reimagining of the beloved animated series will return with a second and third season to conclude the epic story as the four nations unite – Water. Earth. Fire. Air. – to bring The Legend of Aang to its proper conclusion.”
Season one premiered on February 22, 2024 and pulled in 41.1 million views in its first 11 days. The story of a young boy with incredible powers ranked first among all English TV shows on the streaming service in 76 countries.
- 3/6/2024
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
Netflix is doubling down on Avatar: The Last Airbender.
The streamer has renewed the lavish live-action adaptation of the Nickelodeon series for two more seasons.
The order will conclude the story of Aang’s journey to become the Avatar in fantastical world.
Since the show’s Feb. 22 debut, the series has been Netflix’s top English-language TV show with 41.1 million views, according to the streamer.
While the first season was eight episodes, there’s no word yet on the episode count of the final two seasons. Netflix has done double-season renewals before (on shows like Emily in Paris and Stranger Things), but this might be the first time the streamer has ordered two seasons to close out a series. The Avatar animated series likewise told its story across three seasons.
The story follows Aang (Gordon Cormier), the young Avatar, as he learns to master the four elements (Water, Earth, Fire,...
The streamer has renewed the lavish live-action adaptation of the Nickelodeon series for two more seasons.
The order will conclude the story of Aang’s journey to become the Avatar in fantastical world.
Since the show’s Feb. 22 debut, the series has been Netflix’s top English-language TV show with 41.1 million views, according to the streamer.
While the first season was eight episodes, there’s no word yet on the episode count of the final two seasons. Netflix has done double-season renewals before (on shows like Emily in Paris and Stranger Things), but this might be the first time the streamer has ordered two seasons to close out a series. The Avatar animated series likewise told its story across three seasons.
The story follows Aang (Gordon Cormier), the young Avatar, as he learns to master the four elements (Water, Earth, Fire,...
- 3/6/2024
- by James Hibberd
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Netflix has renewed “Avatar: The Last Airbender” for two more seasons. The series, a live-action adaptation of the hit Nickelodeon series of the same name, will end with Season 3, following the same structure as the animated version.
“Avatar” is set in a world divided into four nations — the Water Tribes, the Earth Kingdom, the Fire Nation and the Air Nomads — that once lived in harmony, with the Avatar, master of all four elements, keeping peace between them. But everything changed when the Fire Nation attacked and wiped out the Air Nomads, the first step taken by the firebenders towards conquering the world. With the current incarnation of the Avatar yet to emerge, the world has loses hope until Aang (Gordon Cormier), a young airbender, reawakens to take his rightful place. Alongside new friends Sokka (Ian Ousley) and Katara (Kiawentiio), siblings and members of the Southern Water Tribe, Aang embarks on...
“Avatar” is set in a world divided into four nations — the Water Tribes, the Earth Kingdom, the Fire Nation and the Air Nomads — that once lived in harmony, with the Avatar, master of all four elements, keeping peace between them. But everything changed when the Fire Nation attacked and wiped out the Air Nomads, the first step taken by the firebenders towards conquering the world. With the current incarnation of the Avatar yet to emerge, the world has loses hope until Aang (Gordon Cormier), a young airbender, reawakens to take his rightful place. Alongside new friends Sokka (Ian Ousley) and Katara (Kiawentiio), siblings and members of the Southern Water Tribe, Aang embarks on...
- 3/6/2024
- by Selome Hailu
- Variety Film + TV
Avatar: The Last Airbender, the anime-inspired live-action series, will be able to tell the story of the four nations: Water. Earth. Fire. Air after Netflix renewed it for a further two seasons.
The streamer has handed the show a two-season renewal order to conclude the story of Aang’s journey to become the Avatar.
It comes after the show premiered on Netflix on February 22 and recorded 41.1M views in its first 11 days, topping its TV list for the last two weeks and being on track to enter its top ten most-watched list over its first three months.
The plan is to film these two seasons – Seasons 2 and 3 – in close succession in order to mitigate the fact that child actors tend to grow up quickly.
The series comes from Rideback, whose boss Dan Lin, an exec producer on the series, was recently named Netflix’s new film chief, replacing Scott Stuber.
The streamer has handed the show a two-season renewal order to conclude the story of Aang’s journey to become the Avatar.
It comes after the show premiered on Netflix on February 22 and recorded 41.1M views in its first 11 days, topping its TV list for the last two weeks and being on track to enter its top ten most-watched list over its first three months.
The plan is to film these two seasons – Seasons 2 and 3 – in close succession in order to mitigate the fact that child actors tend to grow up quickly.
The series comes from Rideback, whose boss Dan Lin, an exec producer on the series, was recently named Netflix’s new film chief, replacing Scott Stuber.
- 3/6/2024
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender is a live-action adaptation series of the original animated series from 2005. Revolving around the story of Aang the Avatar, who needs to master the four elemental powers to fight and save the world at war, it stars Gordon Cormier, Kiawentiio Tarbell, Ian Ousley, Dallas James Liu, and Elizabeth Yu.
Gordon Cormier as Aang in Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender
While Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, who starred in The Mandalorian (2019) and Kim’s Convenience (2016), played General Iroh in The Last Airbender, reportedly got a minimal salary for every episode. The South Korean-born Canadian actor and television host is best known for his roles as Randy Ko in Train 48 (2003–2005) and as family patriarch Appa in the play Kim’s Convenience (2011) and its television adaptation (2016–2021).
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Gordon Cormier as Aang in Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender
While Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, who starred in The Mandalorian (2019) and Kim’s Convenience (2016), played General Iroh in The Last Airbender, reportedly got a minimal salary for every episode. The South Korean-born Canadian actor and television host is best known for his roles as Randy Ko in Train 48 (2003–2005) and as family patriarch Appa in the play Kim’s Convenience (2011) and its television adaptation (2016–2021).
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- 3/5/2024
- by Prantik Prabal Roy
- FandomWire
Oppenheimer continued its dominant awards season form on Sunday night at the American Society of Cinematographers’ ASC Outstanding Achievement Awards, with Hoyte van Hoytema taking the prize for theatrical feature film.
The win was Van Hoytema’s first ASC award, after previously being nominated for Dunkirk (2018) and Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy (2012).
On the TV side, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel‘s M. David Mullen won the ASC prize for an episode of one hour of television, Barry‘s Carl Herse won for an episode of a half-hour series and Boston Strangler‘s Ben Kutchins won for limited or anthology series or motion picture made for TV.
Also on the night, Spike Lee was awarded the ASC Board of Governors Award and Don Burgess, whose work includes Academy Award-winning best picture Forrest Gump, received the Lifetime Achievement Award. Additionally, Steven Fierberg accepted the ASC Career Achievement in Television Award, and Amy Vincent...
The win was Van Hoytema’s first ASC award, after previously being nominated for Dunkirk (2018) and Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy (2012).
On the TV side, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel‘s M. David Mullen won the ASC prize for an episode of one hour of television, Barry‘s Carl Herse won for an episode of a half-hour series and Boston Strangler‘s Ben Kutchins won for limited or anthology series or motion picture made for TV.
Also on the night, Spike Lee was awarded the ASC Board of Governors Award and Don Burgess, whose work includes Academy Award-winning best picture Forrest Gump, received the Lifetime Achievement Award. Additionally, Steven Fierberg accepted the ASC Career Achievement in Television Award, and Amy Vincent...
- 3/4/2024
- by Abid Rahman
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
It has been a week since Avatar: The Last Airbender live-action series premiered. The fans had mixed feelings about the series, especially after the last live-action film failed horribly. But with the rising popularity of live-action series, there was hope that Netflix would bring out the best. Fortunately, everyone loved the series, and it is fair to say that people have no more doubts.
After becoming popular worldwide, the cast of Avatar: The Last Airbender has been going around and doing interviews and questionnaires. During one such questionnaire, Fire Prince Zuko actor Dallas James Liu mentioned one character who would always be one step ahead of Zuko. The mentioned character is Uncle Iroh. There is no way Zuko could defeat him since he is too powerful.
Dallas James Liu Is Full of Praise For Uncle Iroh Dallas James Liu as Zuko (Source: Netflix)
The cast of Avatar: The Last Airbender...
After becoming popular worldwide, the cast of Avatar: The Last Airbender has been going around and doing interviews and questionnaires. During one such questionnaire, Fire Prince Zuko actor Dallas James Liu mentioned one character who would always be one step ahead of Zuko. The mentioned character is Uncle Iroh. There is no way Zuko could defeat him since he is too powerful.
Dallas James Liu Is Full of Praise For Uncle Iroh Dallas James Liu as Zuko (Source: Netflix)
The cast of Avatar: The Last Airbender...
- 3/3/2024
- by Priyanko Chakraborty
- FandomWire
Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender is a live-action adaptation series of the original animated series of the same name from 2005. Encompassing the story of Aang the Avatar who needs to master the four elemental powers to fight and save the world at war, it stars Gordon Cormier, Kiawentiio Tarbell, Ian Ousley, Dallas James Liu, and Elizabeth Yu as Aang, Katara, Sokka, Zuko, and Azula.
Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender
Out of all these characters, one of the most powerful ones is none other than Zuko. A firebender and a Fire Nation Royal, the character nicknamed ‘Zuzu’ by Azula and Kiyi even goes on to become Aang’s firebending mentor, determined to end the war. However, despite being so powerful, Dallas James Liu still believes Zuko would be defeated by one other powerful character: Iroh.
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Out of all these characters, one of the most powerful ones is none other than Zuko. A firebender and a Fire Nation Royal, the character nicknamed ‘Zuzu’ by Azula and Kiyi even goes on to become Aang’s firebending mentor, determined to end the war. However, despite being so powerful, Dallas James Liu still believes Zuko would be defeated by one other powerful character: Iroh.
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- 3/2/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
The ancient art of bending — channeling the energy of water, earth, fire, or air and manifesting them in your hands or at your feet — is the defining characteristic of the world of “Avatar: The Last Airbender.” What makes Aang (Gordon Cormier) the Avatar, after all, is that he’s destined to master all of them.
From the reference videos for the original animated series onward, each of the Four Nations’ bending styles begins with the vocabulary of a real Chinese martial art from our world. But on the Netflix live-action adaptation of “Avatar: The Last Airbender,” stunt coordinator Jeff Aro leveraged some very modern tools to teach bending to the show’s young cast and find how they fight in the real world.
“We didn’t want to just tell people what to do. We wanted to teach them enough of the language that they could give us feedback, and...
From the reference videos for the original animated series onward, each of the Four Nations’ bending styles begins with the vocabulary of a real Chinese martial art from our world. But on the Netflix live-action adaptation of “Avatar: The Last Airbender,” stunt coordinator Jeff Aro leveraged some very modern tools to teach bending to the show’s young cast and find how they fight in the real world.
“We didn’t want to just tell people what to do. We wanted to teach them enough of the language that they could give us feedback, and...
- 2/28/2024
- by Sarah Shachat
- Indiewire
When Ken Leung was brought in to audition for the role of Commander Zhao in Avatar: The Last Airbender, Netflix kept everything so secret that the actor didn’t even know what he was auditioning for. But when he found out it was for Avatar, he confessed that he thought it was for James Cameron’s Avatar sequels.
“When I first heard it was Avatar, I thought I as going to be blue,” Leung told Deadline, adding that he wasn’t aware of the original animated series at all, but considered it a good thing for his performance. “Looking back, I kind of love that I came in blank,” he said. “Because when you have ideas, you can kind of… corrupt a pure process. When you come in blank, things will come into it that will inform your playing of it, in a way that it might not if you...
“When I first heard it was Avatar, I thought I as going to be blue,” Leung told Deadline, adding that he wasn’t aware of the original animated series at all, but considered it a good thing for his performance. “Looking back, I kind of love that I came in blank,” he said. “Because when you have ideas, you can kind of… corrupt a pure process. When you come in blank, things will come into it that will inform your playing of it, in a way that it might not if you...
- 2/27/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
It’s a true battle of fire and ice in the Season 1 finale of Avatar: The Last Airbender. On one side, there’s Avatar Aang (Gordon Cormier), Katara (Kiawentiio), Sokka (Ian Ousley), and the Northern Water Tribe. On the other, there’s the Fire Nation forces, led by Prince Zuko (Dallas Liu), his uncle Ihro (Paul Sun-Hyung Lee), and Commander Zhao (Ken Leung). The Fire Nation seems determined to take the Northern Water Tribe’s capital of Agna Qel’a — and defeat the Avatar once and for all — no matter who dies on their quest for world domination. Some are even willing to sacrifice the primal forces of nature, like the Moon Spirit, to do so.
You may be asking yourself, “Why?” Showrunner and executive producer Albert Kim reveals that the answer might be more complicated than you think. Fire Lord Sozin (Hiro Kanagawa) started the Fire Nation’s war...
You may be asking yourself, “Why?” Showrunner and executive producer Albert Kim reveals that the answer might be more complicated than you think. Fire Lord Sozin (Hiro Kanagawa) started the Fire Nation’s war...
- 2/26/2024
- by Ariana Romero
- Tudum - Netflix
Netflix’s live-action series Avatar: The Last Airbender hasn’t found favor with fans across the world. The show which is an adaptation of the popular 2005 animated series, has failed in its attempt to create a fresh take on the original mainly due to some key changes that were made to characters and various storylines.
A still from Avatar: The Last Airbender
While there were a lot of questions raised regarding the toning down of Sokka’s sexist attitude which was integral to the narrative, a bigger problem arose with the depiction of the central protagonist Aang and his transition to the Avatar State. The series took a huge risk by making one significant change that affected the core elements of the character’s journey.
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Avatar: The Last Airbender Took A Superficial Approach To Aang’s...
A still from Avatar: The Last Airbender
While there were a lot of questions raised regarding the toning down of Sokka’s sexist attitude which was integral to the narrative, a bigger problem arose with the depiction of the central protagonist Aang and his transition to the Avatar State. The series took a huge risk by making one significant change that affected the core elements of the character’s journey.
SUGGESTEDLive Action Avatar the Last Airbender Takes Away Aang’s Essence with 1 Crucial Scene
Avatar: The Last Airbender Took A Superficial Approach To Aang’s...
- 2/26/2024
- by Sharanya Sankar
- FandomWire
After more than half a decade of development, Netflix unveiled its highly anticipated live- action Avatar: The Last Airbender on Friday.
The show, adapted from Michael Dante Dimartino and Bryan Konietzko’s animated series that premiered in 2005, follows the beloved story of Aang, an Avatar who can bend all four elements — water, earth, fire and air — and is responsible for maintaining harmony in his universe’s four nations. Along the way, Aang befriends waterbender Katara and her brother Sokka as they work together to end the fire nation’s war against the other nations. Frequently, the group faces off against Zuko, a fire nation prince locked in an ongoing pursuit of Aang’s demise.
Though Netflix’s live-action approach to the story heads for darker themes than Nickelodeon’s animated original, the cast of kids at the show’s center maintains the story’s sense of childlike wonder that is so beloved by fans.
The show, adapted from Michael Dante Dimartino and Bryan Konietzko’s animated series that premiered in 2005, follows the beloved story of Aang, an Avatar who can bend all four elements — water, earth, fire and air — and is responsible for maintaining harmony in his universe’s four nations. Along the way, Aang befriends waterbender Katara and her brother Sokka as they work together to end the fire nation’s war against the other nations. Frequently, the group faces off against Zuko, a fire nation prince locked in an ongoing pursuit of Aang’s demise.
Though Netflix’s live-action approach to the story heads for darker themes than Nickelodeon’s animated original, the cast of kids at the show’s center maintains the story’s sense of childlike wonder that is so beloved by fans.
- 2/25/2024
- by Zoe G Phillips
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
2024’s Avatar: The Last Airbender is a live-action adaptation of the animated television series of the same name, which premiered from 2005 to 2008. The show stars Gordon Cormier, Kiawentiio, Ian Ousley, and more. The first season of the show includes eight episodes and has received mixed response from the audience and the critics.
Avatar: The Last Airbender’s story follows Avatar Aang and his companions Sokka and Katara and his journey to master the four elements while being pursued by Zuko; the exiled prince of Fire Nation. Avatar Aang faces the responsibility to bring an end to the Fire Nation’s war against other nations. Ian Ousley recently spoke about his character of Sokka and how it is different from the animated series.
Suggested“I had to write fake scenes for them”: Avatar: The Last Airbender’s Showrunner Reveals the Reason Why Gordon Cormier Was Cast as Aang After Top Secret Auditions Gordon Cormier,...
Avatar: The Last Airbender’s story follows Avatar Aang and his companions Sokka and Katara and his journey to master the four elements while being pursued by Zuko; the exiled prince of Fire Nation. Avatar Aang faces the responsibility to bring an end to the Fire Nation’s war against other nations. Ian Ousley recently spoke about his character of Sokka and how it is different from the animated series.
Suggested“I had to write fake scenes for them”: Avatar: The Last Airbender’s Showrunner Reveals the Reason Why Gordon Cormier Was Cast as Aang After Top Secret Auditions Gordon Cormier,...
- 2/25/2024
- by Avneet Ahluwalia
- FandomWire
While Zuko, one of the most beloved characters from the fantasy series Avatar: The Last Airbender, has been voiced by actor Dante Basco in the animated series, the character has been portrayed by American actor Dallas Liu in the live-action adaptation. It debuted on Netflix not so long ago and has been the talk of the town since then.
Although Avatar: The Last Airbender has not necessarily been received well by fans and critics, the people involved with the making of the series have done their best to bring the beloved series to life. Dallas Liu revealed his biggest fear from fans while portraying the character of Zuko.
Gordon Cormier as Aang in Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender Avatar: The Last Airbender Actor Dallas Liu Revealed His Biggest Fear from Fans
Avatar: The Last Airbender follows Aang (Gordon Cormier), the last living Airbender, on his quest to master all four elements – water,...
Although Avatar: The Last Airbender has not necessarily been received well by fans and critics, the people involved with the making of the series have done their best to bring the beloved series to life. Dallas Liu revealed his biggest fear from fans while portraying the character of Zuko.
Gordon Cormier as Aang in Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender Avatar: The Last Airbender Actor Dallas Liu Revealed His Biggest Fear from Fans
Avatar: The Last Airbender follows Aang (Gordon Cormier), the last living Airbender, on his quest to master all four elements – water,...
- 2/25/2024
- by Ankita
- FandomWire
Albert Kim was left as the sole showrunner of Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender when the creators of the original animated series left the live-action adaptation. Michael Dante Dimartino and Bryan Konietzko were initially announced as executive producers and showrunners, but they left the project because they couldn’t agree with Netflix’s vision. Kim revealed that he was upset about the original creators leaving, as he enjoyed working on the show with them.
Gordon Cormier as Aang in Avatar: The Last Airbender
Dimartino and Konietzko were involved in the development of the project for more than two years. They announced their exit on their Instagram that it was a very difficult process for them. Fans still have hope as the creators may return for the animated Avatar: The Last Airbender movies.
Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender Showrunner Opens Up About Og Creators Leaving Michael Dante Dimartino and...
Gordon Cormier as Aang in Avatar: The Last Airbender
Dimartino and Konietzko were involved in the development of the project for more than two years. They announced their exit on their Instagram that it was a very difficult process for them. Fans still have hope as the creators may return for the animated Avatar: The Last Airbender movies.
Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender Showrunner Opens Up About Og Creators Leaving Michael Dante Dimartino and...
- 2/25/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
Well, Netflix seems really into the idea of making live-action remakes. Turning an animated show into a live-action while capturing its essence is tough. And Avatar: The Last Airbender‘s attempt at this didn’t go as expected.
First coming out in 2005, the Nickelodeon series, Avatar: The Last Airbender is highly regarded as one of the best TV shows ever and currently ranks #7 on IMDb’s Top 250 TV Shows list.
Nickelodeon’s Avatar: The Last Airbender
In 2010, respected director M. Night Shyamalan made a live-action movie based on the series, which wasn’t well-received. Recently, Netflix also attempted to make a live-action version.
Now, some are comparing the live-action with the Indian-American filmmaker’s 2010 flick. But fans of the Netflix adaptation are defending the show against criticism.
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Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender...
First coming out in 2005, the Nickelodeon series, Avatar: The Last Airbender is highly regarded as one of the best TV shows ever and currently ranks #7 on IMDb’s Top 250 TV Shows list.
Nickelodeon’s Avatar: The Last Airbender
In 2010, respected director M. Night Shyamalan made a live-action movie based on the series, which wasn’t well-received. Recently, Netflix also attempted to make a live-action version.
Now, some are comparing the live-action with the Indian-American filmmaker’s 2010 flick. But fans of the Netflix adaptation are defending the show against criticism.
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Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender...
- 2/24/2024
- by Shreya Jha
- FandomWire
“It’s so cool.”
That’s how Gordon Cormier sums up the experience of playing Aang in Avatar: The Last Airbender, in the scenes where he sat atop Appa, his trusty flying bison.
But how much of Aang’s journey through the sky on Appa’s back was really happening? Despite being in an era when computers can do just about anything for us, turns out it was more real than you’d think.
Executive producer Jabbar Raisani describes the setup in conversation with Tudum. “On set, there was a full-size Appa rig with the saddle and the head. The actors” — including Kiawentiio as Katara and Ian Ousley as Sokka — “would climb on top of it and ride 20 feet up in the air.”
Both, actually. While having a tangible portion of Appa’s body on set greatly contributed to the final results, Raisani credits the visual effects team for Appa...
That’s how Gordon Cormier sums up the experience of playing Aang in Avatar: The Last Airbender, in the scenes where he sat atop Appa, his trusty flying bison.
But how much of Aang’s journey through the sky on Appa’s back was really happening? Despite being in an era when computers can do just about anything for us, turns out it was more real than you’d think.
Executive producer Jabbar Raisani describes the setup in conversation with Tudum. “On set, there was a full-size Appa rig with the saddle and the head. The actors” — including Kiawentiio as Katara and Ian Ousley as Sokka — “would climb on top of it and ride 20 feet up in the air.”
Both, actually. While having a tangible portion of Appa’s body on set greatly contributed to the final results, Raisani credits the visual effects team for Appa...
- 2/23/2024
- by Christopher Hudspeth
- Tudum - Netflix
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