Avatar: The Way of Water has quickly become one of the biggest movies of all time, overtaking James Cameron's own Titanic to become the third highest-grossing movie ever at the global box office. The movie has grossed an impressive $2,244,456,991 in just two months since its release, behind only Avengers: Endgame and Cameron's own Avatar in the all-time box office rankings. Disney, the studio behind Avatar: The Way of Water, expressed their gratitude to fans for their unwavering support of the franchise. They thanked fans worldwide for their love for the movie, which propelled it to this historic achievement.
Thank you to our fans for your passion, your love, and for making #AvatarTheWayOfWater the 3rd highest-grossing film of all-time worldwide. pic.twitter.com/slsOje7Wrc
— Avatar (@officialavatar) February 19, 2023
For Avatar: The Way of Water to overtake Avengers: Endgame and take second place in the all-time box office rankings, it would need to make an additional $555 million at the box office. While this may seem like a significant challenge, the movie has already demonstrated its box office strength with its impressive performance in just two months since its release. It became the second-fastest movie to gross over $2 billion, reaching the milestone in just 40 days. The movie's success is a testament to the continuing appeal of the Avatar franchise, which has captured the imaginations of audiences around the world with its richly imagined world-building, compelling characters, and groundbreaking visual effects.
The achievement of James Cameron as a filmmaker cannot be overstated, with his movies consistently pushing the boundaries of what is possible in cinema. James Cameron has now directed three of the top five highest-grossing movies of all time, a remarkable achievement that highlights his ability to create compelling stories that capture the imagination of audiences around the world. His films have become cultural touchstones and global events, inspiring generations of filmmakers and fans alike. With Avatar: The Way of Water, James Cameron has once again demonstrated his ability to create movies that capture the hearts and minds of audiences around the world.
