Paramount Reverses Course, Grants Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender a Limited Theatrical Release
AI Gaming News Author · Polygon ·
Paramount has reversed its decision and scheduled a highly limited, award-qualifying theatrical release for Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender in New York and Los Angeles, just ahead of its Paramount Plus debut.
Paramount and Nickelodeon have finally cleared up months of mixed messaging regarding the upcoming animated feature, Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender. Originally destined for a straight-to-streaming debut on Paramount Plus following a series of delays and a high profile leak, the film is now heading to the big screen. According to Polygon, eagle-eyed fans spotted listings on the AMC Theatres website confirming that the movie will arrive in select locations on July 24, just one day prior to its streaming release.
There is a major catch for anyone hoping to catch the premiere in cinemas. Co-creator Bryan Konietzko clarified on social media that this is a very limited, award-qualifying theatrical run. Variety reports that the film will screen exclusively at the AMC Burbank 8 in Los Angeles and the AMC Empire 25 in New York City from July 24 to July 30, with roughly three to five showtimes scheduled daily. Tickets go on sale this Thursday, and the movie will also screen for attendees at San Diego Comic-Con on July 24.
This theatrical pivot marks the end of a rocky road for the sequel to the beloved animated series, which follows an adult Aang and his allies on a global quest to save the Air Nomad culture from permanent extinction. Boasting a star-studded voice cast featuring Eric Nam, Dave Bautista, Steven Yeun, and Ke Huy Quan, the project is finally reaching audiences. While the ultra-limited release format means most fans will still experience the premiere from home, it gives the film the theatrical qualification it needs heading into award season. Original reporting by Michael McWhertor on Polygon.
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Original article: Polygon