Los Angeles: Hollywood is abuzz with speculation about the future of the Avatar franchise after Avatar: Fire and Ash continued its massive global success. While James Cameron has been the creative force behind the blockbuster series since its inception, recent comments from filmmakers and industry insiders suggest the directorial baton for Avatar 4 could be up for discussion.

Acclaimed director James Wan, known for his work on The Conjuring and Aquaman, has publicly expressed interest in taking the helm of Avatar 4 if Cameron decide to step aside.

In a recent interview, Wan said he would “love to take a crack” at the project and would be keen to work on the franchise if given the opportunity.

Wan’s remarks have stirred excitement among fans, partly because of his strong track record with both horror and large-scale action films. His enthusiasm underscores the possibility that the Avatar saga could one day be steered by a fresh creative voice, even as Cameron remains closely associated with its success.

For now, however, Cameron has not officially confirmed his departure from directing future sequels. The filmmaker has previously hinted that he might scale back his directorial involvement in later chapters of the series, though he also suggested he could continue if the business case remains strong.

The timing of Avatar 4 remains tentative, with industry observers noting that the film’s future will likely depend on the continued audience appetite for the franchise. Avatar: Fire and Ash itself has smashed box office expectations, grossing over $1 billion globally and reinforcing the series’ status as one of Hollywood’s most lucrative cinematic universes.

As conversations about directorial succession unfold, one thing is clear: Avatar remains a cultural and commercial powerhouse, and how its next chapter is shaped will be one of this year’s most watched developments in Hollywood.