Avatar: Fire and Ash is available on Disney+ as part of your subscription
Avatar: The Last Airbender — Fire and Ash is a Netflix original film, not a Disney+ release. It premiered on Netflix in May 2024 and remains exclusive to Netflix. If you have a Disney+ subscription but want to watch this film, you will need a separate Netflix account.
Disney+ does carry other Avatar content — specifically the original animated series Avatar: The Last Airbender (all three seasons) and The Legend of Korra (all four seasons). Both are included with a standard Disney+ subscription at no extra cost. But the new live-action film Fire and Ash is not among them.
Key Takeaways
- Avatar: The Last Airbender — Fire and Ash is a Netflix exclusive and cannot be watched on Disney+.
- The original animated Avatar: The Last Airbender series and The Legend of Korra are both available on Disney+ with any active subscription.
- To watch Fire and Ash, you need a Netflix account; it is not included in any Disney bundle.
- Netflix released Fire and Ash in May 2024, and it has remained on Netflix since then.
What Avatar content is actually on Disney+
Disney+ hosts the complete original animated series Avatar: The Last Airbender, which includes all 61 episodes across three seasons. This is the show that aired on Nickelodeon from 2005 to 2008. You can watch it in order from the beginning, or jump to any season.
The platform also carries The Legend of Korra, the sequel series set in the same universe. All 52 episodes across four seasons are available. The Legend of Korra follows a new Avatar named Korra and takes place roughly 70 years after the original series ends.
Neither of these animated shows requires an add-on or premium tier — they come with any Disney+ subscription, whether you pay monthly or annually.
Why Fire and Ash is only on Netflix
Netflix produced and released Avatar: The Last Airbender — Fire and Ash as part of its live-action adaptation of the Avatar universe. Netflix has the streaming rights to this film and holds them exclusively. Disney does not have the right to distribute it, even though Disney owns much of the Avatar intellectual property through its ownership of Nickelodeon's parent company.
This is common in streaming: the studio that produces and funds a film often retains the exclusive right to stream it for a set period. That period may eventually end, but as of now, Fire and Ash remains a Netflix-only title.
How to watch Fire and Ash if you don't have Netflix
You have several options. The most direct is to start a Netflix subscription. Netflix offers plans at different price points, including a basic plan with ads and ad-free plans. You can watch Fire and Ash when ready after signing up.
If you do not want a full Netflix subscription, you can rent or purchase the film through other platforms. Fire and Ash is available for digital rental or purchase on services like Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, and Vudu. Rental typically costs less than purchase and lets you watch for a set number of days (usually 48 hours).
Some people also have Netflix access through a family plan or a bundle that includes Netflix. If someone in your household has Netflix, you may be able to watch using their account, depending on their plan type and Netflix's current sharing policies.
The difference between Disney+ and Netflix Avatar content
The animated series on Disney+ are the original shows created by Michael Dante Williams and Bryan Konietzko. They are complete, canonical, and widely considered the definitive Avatar stories. Fire and Ash is a live-action film that adapts the original series into a different format with real actors.
If you are new to Avatar, most fans recommend starting with the animated series on Disney+ first. The original show has a complete story arc, character development, and world-building that the live-action film assumes you already know. Watching the animated series first will make Fire and Ash more meaningful.
Checking your Disney+ subscription details
If you are unsure what tier of Disney+ you have, open the Disney+ app or website and go to your account settings. Your plan type will be listed there, along with any add-ons you may have purchased. Standard Disney+ subscriptions do not include Netflix, and there is no Disney+ tier that bundles Netflix.
Disney does offer a bundle that includes Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+, but Netflix is not part of any Disney bundle. If you want both Disney+ and Netflix, you will need to pay for them separately.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will Avatar: Fire and Ash ever come to Disney+?
It is possible but not certain. Netflix's exclusive rights to the film may eventually expire, and the title could move to another platform. However, there is no announced date for this, and it could take years. For now, Netflix is the only place to watch it.
Can I watch Fire and Ash with a Disney+ bundle?
No. Disney+ bundles include Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+, but not Netflix. You would need a separate Netflix subscription to watch Fire and Ash.
Is the original Avatar series on Netflix?
The original animated series is on Disney+, not Netflix. Netflix does have other Avatar content, but the classic animated show is a Disney+ exclusive.
Do I need to watch the animated series before Fire and Ash?
You do not need to, but it is strongly recommended. The animated series provides the story, characters, and world-building that Fire and Ash assumes you know. Watching the original first will make the live-action film much more enjoyable.
How much does it cost to rent Fire and Ash?
Rental prices vary by platform but typically range from $3.99 to $5.99 for a 48-hour rental. Purchase prices are usually $14.99 to $19.99. Check Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, or Google Play for current pricing in your region.