Nickelodeon has announced Avatar: Seven Havens, a groundbreaking new animated series set to expand the Avatar: The Last Airbender universe nearly two decades after its debut. Revealed on February 20, 2025 – coinciding with the franchise’s 20th anniversary – this 26-episode series marks original creators Michael DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko’s full return to helm a fresh chapter in their iconic world.
A Shattered World & a Hunted Heroine
The series introduces an Earthbender Avatar navigating a fractured world reeling from catastrophe. Described as humanity’s “destroyer” rather than savior due to events tied to her predecessor Korra, she becomes a target for both human and spirit factions while searching for her long-lost twin. This marks the first time an Avatar has faced universal hostility on this scale.
Return of Original Visionaries
DiMartino and Konietzko will executive produce alongside Ethan Spaulding (Avatar: The Last Airbender director) in their first major creative role since leaving Netflix’s live-action adaptation. In a joint statement, they promised “fantasy, mystery, and a whole new cast” while reflecting on their surprise at continuing this universe 20 years later.
Expanding the Avatarverse
The announcement arrives alongside news of:
- A theatrical film Aang: The Last Airbender, releasing January 30, 2026
- New graphic novels and webcomics expanding lore
- Season 4 of Avatar: Braving the Elements podcast focusing on Korra’s era
Why This Matters
Seven Havens represents Nickelodeon’s largest investment in original Avatar storytelling since The Legend of Korra. With its morally complex premise and first-ever twin protagonist dynamic, it aims to push boundaries while honoring franchise hallmarks like elemental bending and spirit world mythology.
“We can’t wait to embark on this next chapter of an epic saga envisioned by its original creators.” – Ramsey Naito, President of Paramount Animation & Nickelodeon Animation
Production under Nickelodeon’s Avatar Studios banner is underway for a yet-unspecified release date. As fans await further casting news and trailers, anticipation builds for what DiMartino calls an “emotional adventure” through civilization’s last strongholds – the Seven Havens.
