The long awaited sequel to the top grossing movie of all time, Avatar: The Way of Water has been given a 12A age rating in the UK for moderate violence, threat, injury detail, infrequent strong language.

Back from the first movie is stars Sam Worthington and Zoe Saldana who reprise their roles from Avatar, they are joined by Kate Winslet who was also in director James Camerons Oscar winning blockbuster Titanic.

The movie is one again directed by James Cameron who is returning to the directors chair for the first time since Avatar in 2009 but is of course known for directing The Terminator and its sequel Terminator 2: Judgement Day.

Movie Synopsis

Jake Sully and Ney'tiri have formed a family and are doing everything to stay together. However, they must leave their home and explore the regions of Pandora. When an ancient threat resurfaces, Jake must fight a difficult war against the humans.

BBFC certificate breakdown.

• Title: Avatar: The Way of Water
• BBFC age rating: 12A Certificate
• Reason: moderate violence, threat, injury detail, infrequent strong language
• Release date: 16th December 2022
• Runtime: 192 minutes (3 hour 22 minutes)
• The movie is being released into movie theatres
• Directed by:
  • James Cameron
• Starring:
  • Sam Worthington
  • Zoe Saldana
  • Kate Winslet
  • Sigourney Weaver

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