Michelle Yeoh, the Academy Award-winning actress, is set to make her appearance in James Cameron's Avatar 4 and Avatar 5 but will not be featured in the upcoming Avatar: Fire and Ash releasing in December 2025. Cameron has confirmed that Yeoh's role as Dr. Karina Morgue was misreported, as she is confirmed to join the franchise later on. While details about her character remain scarce, her absence from the third film suggests that significant portions of Avatar 4 are still pending production. Cameron plans to depict a considerable time jump after the start of the fourth installment, which helps explain the extended timeline for filming. Yeoh's growing fame, particularly following her Oscar win for Everything Everywhere All at Once, adds excitement around her upcoming role, as she is also set to star in Star Trek: Section 31 and Blade Runner 2099.

When will Michelle Yeoh be in Avatar 4?

Michelle Yeoh is scheduled to appear in Avatar 4, which is set to hit theaters on December 21, 2029. Although her character has been known since 2019, she will not feature in the upcoming Avatar: Fire and Ash.

The Avatar franchise is one of the most successful film series in history, known for its groundbreaking visual effects and world-building. The first film's release was in 2009, becoming the highest-grossing film of all time until it was surpassed by Avengers: Endgame. Following the success of 2022's Avatar: The Way of Water, expectations for the next entries are high as the story continues to explore the vast world of Pandora. James Cameron has meticulously planned the sequels, ensuring a seamless continuation of the narrative while developing both old and new characters along the way.