20th Century Studios’ Upcoming Films Showcased At D23 Expo

The crowd at Disney’s D23 Expo received an exclusive sneak peek of two highly anticipated films from 20th Century Studios: The Amateur and Avatar: Fire and Ash. Both films drew significant excitement as fans got a first look at the projects through special presentations.

Academy Award-winner Rami Malek took the stage to introduce The Amateur, an action-packed espionage thriller set to hit theaters nationwide on April 11, 2025. Malek, who stars in and produces the film, captivated fans as he shared details about his character, Charlie Heller, a brilliant yet introverted CIA decoder whose life is shattered when his wife is killed in a terrorist attack in London. Frustrated by his agency’s inaction, Heller sets out on a dangerous global mission to hunt down those responsible. The D23 audience was the first to view the trailer, showcasing intense action scenes and the gripping emotional journey that awaits audiences.

AVATAR: FIRE AND ASH – Concept art by Steve Messing. ©2024 20th Century Studios. All Rights Reserved.

In an international moment for the event, Disney Legend James Cameron joined live from New Zealand to discuss the highly anticipated Avatar: Fire and Ash, sharing five stunning pieces of early concept art. The sequel will bring audiences back to Pandora, where Jake Sully (Sam Worthington) and Neytiri (Zoe Saldaña) lead the Na’vi and their family through a new adventure. Cameron hinted at even deeper explorations of Pandora’s ecosystem and themes that resonate with our world today. Avatar: Fire and Ash is slated for release on December 19, 2025, exclusively in theaters.

BUZZ LIGHTYEARS! — The toys are back in Disney and Pixar’s “Toy Story 5,” and in the case of Buzz Lightyear, “back” is an understatement. Fifty commemorative Buzz Lightyear action figures, stuck in toy mode, are searching for Star Command and they just might make considerable problems for everybody. Directed by Andrew Stanton, co-directed by McKenna Harris and produced by Jessica Choi, “Toy Story 5” opens only in theaters on June 19, 2026. (concept art). © 2024 Disney/Pixar. All Rights Reserved.

Earlier in the day, Pixar fans were treated to a nostalgic “Toy Story” 30th Anniversary Panel. Pixar’s executive vice president of production Jonas Rivera joined animators Priscila Vertamatti and Claudio De Oliveira to reminisce about the legacy of Toy Story and to celebrate its 30-year journey. The panel featured behind-the-scenes stories and a never-before-seen piece of concept art from the upcoming Toy Story 5, sending a ripple of excitement through the audience.

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With so many iconic films and beloved characters on the horizon, 20th Century Studios and Pixar have clearly set the stage for an unforgettable future, building on their legacies with thrilling new stories and the promise of more magic at the movies.

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Michael "Shockey" Connally is a Senior Editor and the Site Administrator for LRM. He has a passion for all sports, comics, and everything Star Wars.

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