Over 15 years after Avatar: The Last Airbender premiered, the beloved Nickelodeon animated series is finally getting new life through a highly awaited Netflix adaptation on February 22, 2024. Set to debut next month, the live-action remake aims to capture the magic of the original cartoon while bringing a fresh perspective to the series. This article will discuss the details about the upcoming Avatar The Last Airbender series, including its release date, where to watch, and cast!
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Avatar: The Last Airbender Release Date and Where to Watch
Back in 2018, Netflix got the green light to make a live-action version of Avatar. Even though there were some bumps, like the original creators stepping away in 2020, the remake is set to hit Netflix worldwide on February 22nd, 2024. Just a heads up, you'll need a Netflix subscription to catch the series!
Avatar: The Last Airbender Trailer Showcases Aang's Journey
Netflix recently released a teaser trailer that introduces the lead character Aang and his challenging adventure of being the Avatar. We can see at the beginning of the video that Aang feels reluctant to start his quest, and how he must come to terms with being in control of all four elements.
The teaser trailer also highlights the support Aang gets from Monk Gyatso, his mentor. The trailer beautifully captures the animated world's stunning visuals and stays true to the original style.
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Avatar: The Last Airbender Cast
Alongside Gordon Cormier's charming portrayal of Aang, the remake gets so many stars to bring Avatar's beloved characters into the real world. Here is the list:
- Daniel Dae Kim as the ruthless Fire Lord Ozai
- Prince Zuko will be played by Dallas Liu
- The Water Tribe siblings will be played by Kiawentiio as Katara and Ian Ousley as Sokka
- Monk Gyatso will be portrayed by Lim Kay Siu
- Uncle Iroh will be played by Paul Sun-Hyung Lee
- Firebending prodigy Princess Azula will be played by Elizabeth Yu
- The leader of the Kyoshi Warriors, Suki will be portrayed by Maria Zhang
And rounding out the cast so far are several actors playing other fan favorites like King Bumi, Jet, and others.
For fans who grew up with Avatar's original cartoon in 2005, Netflix's live-action will give them a chance to revisit the amazing and vibrant fantasy world. Looking at how the trailer showcases epic production values, we hope this new remake will satisfy old fans and even generate new ones. Are you excited for it?
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