James Cameron is set to direct Ghosts of Hiroshima , marking his first non-Avatar project in nearly 15 years. Based on Charles Pellegrino’s new book, the film will explore the aftermath of the Hiroshima bombing. Cameron announced the project on August 6, the 80th anniversary of the attack.

Cameron, who previously collaborated with Pellegrino on Titanic , describes the story as one of the most powerful he has encountered.

While Avatar: Fire and Ash is now set for release in December 2025, Cameron insists cinema alone can’t fix global issues—but stories like this can inspire reflection and connection to humanity.