How Each Sully Family Member Could Dominate Their Own Avatar Sequel

It might feel as though 'Avatar: The Way of Water' has been around for as long as we can remember, thanks to its dominance at box offices across the globe, but it only hit the big screen in December 2022. Still, people can't get enough of everything the movie has to offer and have already found themselves itching for more from the franchise.

It took 13 years between the first and second movies as director James Cameron wanted everything to be just perfect before either film was released. While many feel they can finally close a chapter on parts of the story, the news of 'Avatar: The Way of Water' doing so well has finally given 'Avatar 3 and 4' the green light. Now, there are plenty of arguments that each Dully family member could dominate their own 'Avatar' sequel - and people love the idea.

James Cameron doesn't think the original Avatar sparked the franchise

Before diving into how each Sully family member could dominate their own 'Avatar' sequel, it pays to see what the director of them all thinks so far. According to James Cameron, he doesn't think that the first 'Avatar' was the start of the franchise. Instead, he believes that it laid the foundation for the story before 'Avatar: The Way of Water' came along and started the true franchise. James says he knows the 13 years between the films didn't help, but is confident there won't be so long between the future sequels.

Avatar: The Way of Water was Neteyam's starring film

Being the eldest child might mean it's little surprise that so many people think 'Avatar: The Way of Water' was Neteyam's movie. He gets the biggest speech throughout it all and is the one who hopes to teach those values to others more than anyone else. Although Neteyam lost his life in it all, his body was ultimately returned to Eywa by sending it to the ocean floor, meaning he is forever connected to the world's essence. Water has no end and no beginning, just like life in Pandora, meaning there's a good chance Neteyam will continue to communicate with his family in future 'Avatar' movies.

Tukitrey could be the key to saving the forest once more

The first 'Avatar' largely focused on protecting the forest, and that could be the theme of 'Avatar 3.' With an unconfirmed title of 'The Seed Bearer,' it seems we'll be heading back to the forest for the next movie, with Tukitrey likely to be the one taking the lead. James Cameron has already confirmed that the third installment will offer the first "evil Na'vi," known as "Ash People." If there's one thing we know, it's that fire and forests don't go well. The hint that Tukitrey could be the one to lead this movie is her woven top, with 'Avatar: The Way of Water' adding that her top is in the shape of a “pattern inspired by the energy that flows through the trees.”

Lo'ak is the most obvious Tulkun rider

Breaking away from the rest of his community and teaming up with the Tulkun was none other than Lo'ak, and it proved to be just the thing the family needed in 'Avatar: The Way of Water.' More specifically, Lo'ak befriended the outcast Payakan, who could be the center of 'Avatar 4,' commonly called 'Avatar: The Tulkun Rider' by fans. By the time the fourth movie comes around, it could see the pair mess things up and take down the villains on their own, becoming the hope the Na'Vi needs.

Kiri will most likely lead a quest for Eywa

'Avatar 5' is the final movie that has supposedly been written, with James Cameron seemingly the only one with an idea about where the franchise is set to go. With a potential title of 'The Quest of Eywa,' it's safe to say it will see the Sully family search for Eywa along the way, leaving plenty of room for their adopted child Kiri to take center stage. Kiri has the most obvious connections to Eywa after she was conceived by the planet, and many believe that she is some kind of prophet for Pandora. This could be enough to extend an olive branch to Earth, with fans speculating that the entire franchise could end with the two worlds colliding.

The idea that each Sully family member could dominate their own 'Avatar' sequel might sound unthinkable at first, but it might not be long before everything starts to fall into place. After all, with each of them having their own connection and powers, it only makes sense for them to all get their chance to shine and save the Na'Vi.