Avatar: Fire and Ash from James Cameron has begun its international release and premieres tonight in the U.S.

The blockbuster (the 3rd installment in the franchise) is currently tipped for a domestic take of $105 million and another $275 million overseas for a staggering global start of $380 million.

Tradition Of Remaining #1 For A Long Time

IMAX and 3D theaters are expected to do good business in the coming weeks, as Avatar is known for its long-lasting box office performance. The four teaser trailers announced for Marvel’s Avengers: Doomsday will also contribute to the expected success.

Fire and Ash, which runs for a whopping 197 minutes, has a budget of $400 million. It must gross at least $1 billion to break even, and it looks like it will definitely achieve that.

A Unique Achievement On The Horizon

The biggest question is whether it will, like its two predecessors, surpass the $2 billion mark. If that happens, Avatar will become the first franchise in history with three titles reaching this milestone.

Rebecca Ferguson’s dystopian sci-fi thriller Silo continues to be one of the most acclaimed drama series on Apple TV. Although the show has currently dropped out of the platform's Top 10, anticipation among fans is growing as they await season 3. Now, actor Steve Zahn is giving a promising hint about what is in store for the next two seasons, and according to him, it's going to be epic.

During the press round for Anaconda, Collider’s Steve Weintraub spoke with Zahn and his co-star Thandiwe Newton. In that conversation, Zahn confirmed that he is deeply involved in the production of the next chapter of Silo. When asked whether he will indeed appear in both seasons 3 and 4, he answered resolutely: "Yes. We're almost done. I'm almost finished. I flew in here yesterday."

Season 3 Nearing Completion

Although Apple TV has yet to announce an official release date for season 3, Zahn hinted that the new episodes are in the final stages of production.

"Season 3 is still in post-production. It's coming. I don't know when. It's a complex show, especially with all the visual effects." While season 3 is still heavily in VFX-rich post-production, Zahn is simultaneously working on season 4. And according to him, that season is going to be bigger and more spectacular than ever. "We're currently in the middle of season 4, and it’s the biggest show so far. So much is happening. Season 4 is really cool. It's expanding completely. There's a lot of action."

The Story Of Silo

Silo is set in a dystopian world where thousands of people live underground in a massive, kilometers-deep bunker. They believe this is the last safe place on earth. No one knows who built the silo or why going outside is deadly. One thing is for sure: anyone who asks too many questions is sent outside to 'clean'; a death sentence.

The series was created by Graham Yost (Justified) and is based on the bestsellers by Hugh Howey. Over the course of the seasons, Silo has evolved from the perspective of Juliette Nichols (Rebecca Ferguson) into a broad plot full of political intrigue and psychological tension. Season 2 received rave reviews for this expansion of the story.

Cast And New Faces

Steve Zahn made an impression with his role as Solo, a character who turned out to be a standout addition. Besides Ferguson and Zahn, the cast includes Common, Tim Robbins, and Harriet Walter. For the upcoming seasons, Ashley Zukerman and Jessica Henwick will also join the cast.

The first two seasons of Silo are now streaming on Apple TV.

Filmmaker Seth MacFarlane created the sci-fi series The Orville, which is both a parody of Star Trek and a tribute to the legendary production. The series began in 2017 and has to date three seasons, totaling 36 episodes.

MacFarlane is not only the writer but also the lead actor, yet he seems uncertain whether a fourth season will materialize. While he is definitely open to the idea, it appears to be practically challenging to get things off the ground. So far, no one knows if The Orville will return or not.

Sci-fi That Simultaneously Showcases The Everyday

The series offers a blend of adventure, drama, and the mischievous humor we are accustomed to from MacFarlane. His character, Edward "Ed" Mercer, is the captain of the U.S.S. Orville, a medium-sized spaceship exploring space for the Planetary Union in the 25th century.

However, for Ed, this is a significant step back in his career. After his divorce from his wife Kelly (Adrianne Palicki), who cheated on him with an alien man, Ed regularly showed up at work with a hangover. Therefore, it was irresponsible to have him at the helm of large spaceships.

Consistent Rumors Without Confirmation

The adventures of Ed and his crew remain popular, despite the fact that the third season was already released in 2022. The Orville found its shape and offered solid overarching storylines that MacFarlane managed to conclude in surprising ways. With ongoing online speculation and no official announcements, the future of the series has turned out to be the biggest mystery.



Contributing factors include MacFarlane's busy schedule, especially when you consider that he wants to write all the episodes himself. Additionally, coordinating the schedules of the lead actors is not always easy. Meanwhile, the U.S.S. Orville floats in a metaphorical black hole, much to the disappointment of fans.

Where To Watch The Series?

You can stream all three seasons of The Orville on Disney+.