: This version includes a brand-new opening set on a gritty, futuristic Earth. It provides deeper context for Jake Sully's character as a cynical war vet before he is offered the chance to go to Pandora.

: One of the most significant additions is the subplot regarding Grace’s school . It explains the history of the schoolhouse where Grace taught Na'vi children and reveals the tragic fate of Neytiri’s sister, Sylwanin, which explains the Na'vi's initial hostility toward humans.

: A visually spectacular hunting scene is restored, showing Jake training and bonding with the Omatikaya tribe.

: The final battle includes extra shots of violence, and the film’s conclusion features more definitive closure for the character Tsu'tey . Technical and Production Highlights The Extended Cuts of Avatar (2009) | Film Noir