The highly anticipated Avatar franchise is set to continue with its fourth installment, Avatar 4, as filming has officially begun. Stephen Lang, who plays the memorable character Colonel Miles Quaritch, shared an exciting behind-the-scenes image on social media. The picture featured Lang donning a motion capture suit adorned with his name, his character's name, and the emblem of 'Deja Blu We Will Tread on You.' With the caption 'Deja Blu all over again,' the post hints at the return of Colonel Quaritch.
Colonel Miles Quaritch was introduced as the primary antagonist in the first Avatar film back in 2009. However, in Avatar: The Way of Water, released in 2022, Quaritch undergoes a transformation, becoming a Recombinant. These Recombinants are fully sentient hybrid soldiers with both human and Na'vi traits, embodying their original human persona through recorded memories. Quaritch also happens to be the father of Miles 'Spider' Socorro, portrayed by Jack Champion, a human child adopted by Jake and Neytiri.
Fans of James Cameron's Avatar franchise will be thrilled to discover that Colonel Quaritch will continue to play a significant role throughout the upcoming sequels. Cameron stated that the same set of characters will be present in all the films, offering familiarity and continuity. While there will be new characters and settings, the ongoing journey will focus on the characters viewers have come to know and love. He is confident that Stephen Lang's performance as Quaritch will exceed expectations, describing him as a phenomenal actor who will deliver an outstanding portrayal in all four movies.
For those eagerly awaiting Avatar 4, it's important to note that it won't hit theaters until December 21, 2029. The franchise will conclude with Avatar 5, slated for release on December 19, 2031. However, in the meantime, fans can look forward to the highly anticipated Avatar 3, set to be released on December 19, 2025.
Avatar 3 promises to introduce viewers to a plethora of new creatures, cultures, and challenges. Director James Cameron has teased the inclusion of the 'Ash People,' a fire-based tribe of Na'vi who will serve as the new adversaries. The focus of this installment will be on deeper character development, providing audiences with a greater understanding of the individuals in this immersive world. Alongside familiar faces, new characters will also make their appearance, enriching the epic journey that spans across multiple films.
The Avatar franchise continues to captivate audiences with its stunning visual effects, compelling storytelling, and rich world-building. With the start of filming for Avatar 4 and the promise of more to come, fans are eagerly awaiting the chance to embark on this extraordinary cinematic adventure once again. Until then, mark your calendars for December 19, 2025, when Avatar 3 will take us deeper into the heart and soul of this beloved universe.
