The third chapter of James Cameron’s monumental sci-fi series, Avatar: Fire and Ash, is swiftly ascending the ranks of the most lucrative films in cinematic history. Released in 2025, this sequel follows two immensely successful predecessors from the Avatar saga, which hold the first and third spots in the global box office records, each amassing over $2.3 billion.
According to a report by Variety, as of Sunday morning, Avatar: Fire and Ash is expected to reach a total worldwide revenue of $1.23 billion by the conclusion of its fourth weekend. This figure includes $342.6 million from domestic markets and $887.4 million from international screenings.
This impressive global haul has propelled the 2025 release of Avatar: Fire and Ash to the 29th position on the list of the highest-grossing films globally, entering the prestigious Top 30 after ranking 38th at the end of its third week.
Throughout its journey, Avatar 3 has surpassed several blockbuster giants, including The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King ($1.14 billion), Aquaman from the DC Extended Universe ($1.152 billion), and Marvel Cinematic Universe’s Captain America: Civil War ($1.155 billion) and Iron Man 3 ($1.215 billion).
The future box office trajectory of Avatar: Fire and Ash remains uncertain, as it seems to be slowing down faster than its predecessors. This has led to speculations that it might not reach the $2 billion mark globally.
Nonetheless, there’s a significant possibility that it could secure a spot in the all-time Top 10 before its theatrical run concludes. Below is a list of the Top 10 highest-grossing movies at present:
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Rank
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Title
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Global Box Office
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#1
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Avatar (2009)
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$2.924 billion
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#2
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Avengers: Endgame (2019)
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$2.799 billion
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#3
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Avatar: The Way of Water (2022)
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$2.334 billion
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#4
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Titanic (1997)
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$2.265 billion
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#5
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Ne Zha 2 (2025)
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$2.26 billion
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#6
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Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens (2015)
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$2.071 billion
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#7
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Avengers: Infinity War (2018)
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$2.052 billion
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#8
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Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021)
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$1.921 billion
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#9
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Inside Out 2 (2024)
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$1.699 billion
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#10
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Jurassic World (2015)
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$1.671 billion
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An additional $441 million would be required for Avatar: Fire and Ash to surpass Jurassic World and enter the Top 10. While this amount is significant, the film’s strong performance overseas suggests it might still achieve this milestone, despite a slowdown at the domestic box office.
Ava Thornton is an entertainment journalist with a keen eye for the latest in Hollywood, indie films, and streaming trends.
Her work blends insider knowledge with a deep appreciation for storytelling.
