First Reactions Surface For Netflix's AVATAR: THE LAST AIRBENDER and They're Mixed

The first reactions have surfaced for Netflix’s live-action adaptation of Avatar: The Last Airbender. A lot of fans have been very curious about how this show would turn out and while some critics enjoyed it, others did not. The series has been getting mixed reactions with some saying it’s “incredible” and “spectacular” while others say it’s a “huge letdown” and “super underwhelming.”

I’ve had high hopes for this series, especially after Netflix released its live-action One Piece series, which was met with all the positive reviews! So, while some people enjoyed Avatar: The Last Airbender, a lot of people didn’t which tells me that this isn’t going to reach that same bar of excellence, which is a shame.

I’m still looking forward to watching it, and I hope that it manages to entertain. Check out some of the reactions below and let us know what you think!

After watching Netflix's Avatar: The Last Airbender twice through, I can say it is a solid watch that stands on its own. However, diehard fans should know it makes a lot of changes to the original series. The cast is great, and yes, Dallas Liu is 🔥 pic.twitter.com/Clekvnk2mw

— Megan Peters (@meganpeterscb) February 16, 2024

#AvatarTheLastAirbender Ep 1 Dazzles with its GRAND SCALE & VIBRANT environments. Fans can rejoice in its faithful visual adaptation and stylistic action sequences. Yet, it slightly stumbles in cast performances, narrative, & philosophical depth. Excited for how S1 ends!🔥🌀 pic.twitter.com/1hGtkkx5IU

— Anthony • The Movie Podcast (@AJGaliardi) February 16, 2024

The first episode of Netflix’s #AvatarTheLastAirbender is pretty incredible. It’s more dramatic, mature, and violent than the original. The best part is what they add to flesh out and enrich the story we already know, like showing the Order 66 of the airbenders. A great start! pic.twitter.com/aAeGRh0Y6R

— Joshua Yehl (@JoshuaYehl) February 16, 2024

I am finally allowed to say that the first episode of #AvatarTheLastAirbender is a huge letdown. Sure, the bending looks great and generally the visuals are solid, but this is a mixed bag of an adaptation. Too much exposition, poor writing & horrible pacing. Dallas Liu rules, tho pic.twitter.com/AykmN17l5Z

— Rafael Motamayor (@RafaelMotamayor) February 16, 2024

I’ve seen the first episode of #AvatarNetflix and it’s rough. Way too long and way too much packed into it. Important moments are super underwhelming, acting is meh, costuming, bending, and fights look great but other VFX are hard to look at. Can we please lock up the volume! pic.twitter.com/8s1klS9Tf1

— JJ (@WildeePatrol) February 16, 2024

Netflix AVATAR: THE LAST AIRBENDER ep.1 was spectacular! This Live-Action version has done the old animated show -- of which I was a fan -- incredible justice. The cast were terrific, the visuals were remarkable and Gordon Cormier (Aang) is a revelation.#AvatarTheLastAirbender pic.twitter.com/G5go7BCboB

— Rama's Screen (@RamasScreen) February 16, 2024

Avatar: The Last Airbender drew me in from the very start! What a beautiful & exciting world. This cast works so well together! As someone who has yet to watch the original (I know!) I can't wait for more!

Red carpet press line interviews coming soon! #AvatarTheLastAirbender pic.twitter.com/KIIFWfn70w

— Tessa Smith - Mama's Geeky (@MamasGeeky) February 16, 2024

The first episode of Netflix's #AvatarTheLastAirbender is fantastic! From the opening scene, you realize that this is far better than the 2010 film.

The fights are great, but the standouts are the actors. These kids FEEL like Team Avatar. A fun new take on a timeless classic. pic.twitter.com/gaoMzHOeC5

— Mike Thomas (@novicecinephile) February 16, 2024

I got to see Netflix’s AVATAR: THE LAST AIRBENDER!

It’s truly animation come to life. Between the sets, costumes & SFX, it’s a visual feast.

The fight choreography & bending action are epic. I loved it. @netflixgolden @netflix #ATLA #Avatar #AvatarTheLastAirbender pic.twitter.com/bYw9NevFmg

— POC Culture (@POCculture) February 16, 2024

As a huge #AvatarTheLastAirbender fan, I was satisfied with the first two episodes of the #AvatarNetflix series. I'm cool with the changes and thought the bending was well done! Some of the acting was a little stiff and I wish it was more cinematic, but it's a solid start! pic.twitter.com/ZCf7o8Eyle

— Ryden (@RydenScarnato) February 16, 2024

The synopsis for the series reads: “Set in an Asiatic, war-torn world where certain people can ‘bend’ one of the four classical elements: water, earth, fire, or air,” the show‘s official synopsis reads. “Aang is the ‘Avatar,’ the only one capable of bending all the elements, and is destined to bring peace to the world from the Fire Nation. With his new companions Katara (Kiawentiio Tarbell ) and Sokka (Ian Ousley), Aang sets out to master the elements while being pursued by the exiled Fire Nation prince Zuko (Daniel Dae Kim), who seeks to regain his honor by capturing the Avatar.”

The creative team behind the series includes Albert Kim (Sleepy Hollow), who is writing the series and acting as showrunner. Kim will also executive produce the show alongside Dan Lin, Lindsey Liberatore, Michael Goi, and Roseanne Liang. The directors of the series include Jabar Raisani, Goi, and Liang.

The series is set to premiere on February 22, 2024.