James Cameron’s Next Big Project After Avatar: A Dark and Twisted Adventure!

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James Cameron is stepping away from ‘Avatar’, at least for now, as he’s shifted his focus to another project. Specifically, his production company, Lightstorm Entertainment, has obtained the rights to “The Devils”, the latest novel by Joe Abercrombie, a British author. This book, released on May 6th, climbed to the top of the UK’s Sunday Times bestseller list and debuted at number 5 on the New York Times list in the U.S.

Cameron made the announcement on Facebook and will co-write the screenplay with Abercrombie.

What Cameron Says About The Devils

In simple terms, Cameron referred to the book as “a cleverly humorous horror journey” and “an intriguing, stylish, twisted tale set in an alternate medieval era.” He commended Abercrombie’s distinctive dark wit, complex morality, and “thrilling” storyline.

Cameron remarked, “Joe Abercrombie is at his absolute best in ‘The Devil’. This work showcases Abercrombie’s cynical portrayal of human nature, revealing its dark, self-serving aspects through characters that are far from human. Yet, Abercrombie never fails to offer glimmers of redemption, which make the story both thought-provoking and heartrending in the end.

Additionally, Cameron particularly appreciated “Best Served Cold” and the “Age of Madness” series, yet he mentioned that it was ultimately “The Devil’s” book that prompted him to take action.

A Visual, Cinematic Story

Cameron noted that Abercrombie’s writing is naturally suited for adaptation.

Joe’s writing style is quite film-like, often resembling scenes, and has a strong cinematic flow, he noted. I’m eagerly looking forward to exploring this further as I finish up on “Avatar: Fire and Ash“. It promises to be an exciting and fulfilling challenge for me.

Abercrombie on Working With Cameron

Abercrombie called the partnership a major moment in his career.

James Cameron has amazed audiences, including myself, for more than four decades by making the unimaginable come alive on film,” he stated. “He possesses an extraordinary ability to blend exhilarating action and visual spectacle with deeply emotional personal elements and narratives. I can’t imagine anyone else more suited to bring this peculiar and captivating book’s monster to life on screen.

Book description

The official book description for The Devils via Amazon offers:

Holy work sometimes requires unholy deeds.

Brother Diaz has been called to the Holy City, believing a recognition and significant spiritual duty are in store for him. However, his congregation consists of ruthless killers, sorcerers who practice abhorrent magic, and downright monstrous beings. The job at hand will necessitate violent actions from everyone involved to ensure its just outcomes.

At the edge of our lands, elves lie in wait, yearning for human meat, while self-centered rulers prioritize their desires and luxury above all else. Unfortunately, Brother Diaz faces an arduous voyage, but thankfully he has demons on his side.

What’s Next For James Cameron

Currently, there’s no set date for the start of filming on “The Devils,” but since James Cameron has finished working on “Avatar: Fire and Ash” and is now focusing on shared screenplay work, it’s evident that this project is a top priority for him.

Avatar: Fire and Ash gets released on December 19, 2025.

Avatar 4 is due out on December 21, 2029, and the final film, Avatar 5, on December 19, 2031.

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2025-06-03 03:31