Avatar: The Last Airbender Documentary (Full) - Avatar Spirits

Michael DeMartino & Bryan Konietzko are interviewed for this exclusive Avatar Documentary ― Learn how Team Avatar was born!
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[@BRobMint]

These guys created a true classic.

[@SA-xt1gd]

Yes indeed!!

[@cosmictacowizard1560]

+B-Mint1994 Agreed

[@BriEva13]

Then came Korra. I seriously wished Korra was longer. The shorter seasons I feel made it not live up to the expectations Avatar gave me.

[@142vids]

It was like Naruto and Naruto Shippuuden together compressed in to concentrated epicness and then be better that Naruto.

[@vividly94]

Except Korra sucked specifically because of the writing. Shame. :(

[@thomasmarkowitz9924]

The emotions avatar gave me are undescribable

[@GormGear]

+Thomas Markowitz Currently for me, 4 days of post-series depression haha, it is a fantastic show, the best TV series I've ever seen.

[@bhhoemfe]

GormGear oh god me too i finished watching avatar yesterday

[@Kate-eu6db]

I just finished and I literally sobbed

[@Princess-nj4dd]

Me to

[@steliosgkelis1517]

Man the emotions this series gave me was something unique. I thank these guys for making me feel... emotionally alive...

[@johnt6140]

Avatar has made me tear up often enough. Now a documentary about Avatar has done the same.

[@paunaic5460]

I literally cried a little when they showed those parts of the finale on screen

[@CryingZombie666]

hi

[@latonyanewsome0]

Pau Naic Me too!

[@meezemusic]

that music gave me major goosebumps!

[@Andr3y143]

Yeah me too, it made me cry, i was overwhelmed and happy.

[@kassieescobar6472]

its like what uncle iroh always say. destiny is a funny thing. if those two hadnt met we would never have this beautiful masterpiece.

[@NebulaDarkness]

They didn't only create a story. They created mythologies, FOUR cultures, histories... really a world designer's goal is what they did... twice. Man, I just admire them in all the fan, designer and animator senses. They're awesome

[@kingkylie9655]

@Alexander Supertramp lol yes they did though

[@maarten9272]

@Alexander Supertramp The world building is a bit subtle but it's certainly there. A good example would be how the central government in the Earth Kingdom sees it's power decrease the further you get from Ba Sing Se. They have complete control within the capital (secret police and such), yet the frontier provinces are fully autonomous (Omashu has it's own king and Chin village has it's own law system). It's this kind of world building that Atla went for rather then the more popular version of info dumping a towns entire history at first contact.

[@derick9357]

They went out of there way to research everything they could on many Asian culture, religions, philosophy, and many martial arts, that's major dedication.

[@alexalexander1749]

U gotta read the art book, there u will know how much they put their work on avatar

[@JeromeProductions]

Yup

[@THEAMERICANCUBANO]

One of my favorite things about Avatar and the creators is that they were adamant from the beginning that it was going to have a conclusive ending and that the show wasn't going to drag on forever. While it was airing, it was the greatest thing ever, and it would have been easy to try and keep that momentum and go on for four, five, seven, or twelve seasons. But Michael and Bryan knew that if they had done so, they would have risked dragging the show out for too long and becoming creatively bankrupt and stale. While I would have loved it if Avatar continued airing, I have tremendous respect to the entire team for instead choosing to produce one of the most satisfying, well-timed, and conclusive endings in any story I have ever read or watched. Some other television series should take some serious notes from these guys.

[@omararreola5449]

Not really a fourth season was needed. How did zuko find his mom and what happened with azula I wanted to see them rebuild countries and end it with Korra being born and uncle iroh passing away or something that was deep.

[@mineyoo1999]

Omar Arreola uh... you can see it on the comics? Read them.

[@blackgrlfly]

@@omararreola5449 read the comics.

[@Appolo15966]

While yes, the comics have all of these answers, series would still be a better choice. Comics are way too static, have no fluidity, soundtrack, dubbing and all the things to immerse the viewer. Avatar should have had 4 seasons, but it is what it is.@@blackgrlfly

[@MageBurger]

Legend of Korra exists, but I get it's not technically the same thing since it's the next Avatar and thus an entirely new story. Regardless of any thoughts on the show (I still haven't finished it), it was a good compromise to have a generational skip with some of the original characters around just to show their impact on the world.

[@cnrgaminggames]

Best show I think nick has ever put on their channel.

[@soulcaliber98mj]

best animated show of all time*

[@jacobmortimore]

Connor Draws by a longgggg shot

[@johnnygreenface]

Tesla-Effect not really...

[@warloklightnin150]

Connor Draws you think? What the hell. This is the only true marvel they have EVER made.

[@blackcomet77]

There is no "I think" IT IS the greatest Nick show and the greatest animated show ever created.

[@ejoshcoron]

I'd watch a 10 hour series about the making of this incredible show

[@meatiest1989]

Same

[@wildhorses1339]

seriously why is this only 30 minutes

[@Rokinevythng14]

Oh snap!!! The guy they used as a martial arts specialist, looks just like Sokkas sword master, they must've designed his character to look like him on purpose as a form of their gratitude.

[@bellafarrelly5569]

YES i was trying to think of who he looked like lmao he was so familiar!!

[@CryingZombie666]

hi

[@sincerelysof]

I was about to comment that haha!

[@sincerelysof]

Ducky quill where can I get one?

[@sincerelysof]

Ducky quill, Ah okay. Thank you!

[@katelynpringle5506]

If Avatar:TLA doesn't go down in TV history, I will call bullshit on humanity.

[@omniclone7594]

+Katelyn Pringle AMEN

[@TheXPERT891]

+Katelyn Pringle and so will i.

[@jordanhansen6539]

agreed

[@Rob-ql2wf]

I guess it already is... :D

[@nissan_skyline]

What does "If Avatar:TLA doesn't go down in TV history..." even mean? History is all about past events, so every TV show that has ever come out automatically becomes a part of TV history.

[@ramram5]

I WILL ALWAYS WATCH AVATAR UNTIL THE DAY I DIE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@TheMindofagenius1]

YYEEAAHH (ᕙ｀皿´)ᕗ

[@danny90099]

James Cameron must full of tear. Haha get that :)

[@theotterislands8642]

ramsy51 SAME!

[@jacobmortimore]

ramsy51 why can't I live in that world? I would make a great earth bender

[@yummyyummytrolinmytummy1746]

ramsy51: Got all the DVD's! Time to smoke like a pound of weed and watch avatar all night :)

[@artagonist6903]

Almost 20 years later, and the Fandom is still going strong!

[@hassankhan-jg1dx]

Lol did anyone else see the cabage guy offering bryke a cabbage

[@Bixxy]

22:39

[@Andr3y143]

that made me really laugh so hard when i saw it hahahahaha My Cabbages!

[@michellecottrell3553]

Yes

[@AshleeSage1998]

@Alexander Supertramp Okay, I know this is late but it is what people call them. Bryan and Mike, essentially their "ship name" but without actually shipping them

[@pipertye2882]

Avatar The Last Airbender will stick with me for the rest of my life. I remember the impact it had on me as a person; wanting to be Aang and actually practising certain King fu movements. I was obsessed, so much that I would rewatch the series OVER AND OVER as it replayed on Nickelodeon. ATLAB was 💗💗 💧🌲🔥💨

[@jenylass1521]

Damn same

[@karla.worldwide]

Piper Tye me too!!

[@sorryifoldcomment8596]

Same. I didn't watch it until 2016, at age 21. It was amazing, probably the last show I've watched that really blew me away. It completely consumed me in the best way. So pure. I'd say it's one of the best examples of a show that can transfix anyone of any age. Regardless of your watching habits as well, I never watched animated shows like that either. Man, I'll never forget that experience of watching it all for the first time.

[@rockon8174]

@@sorryifoldcomment8596 I just watched it last week. 2021.

[@sorryifoldcomment8596]

@@rockon8174 Nice! I've been meaning to rewatch it at some point when I get the chance. Where'd you watch it?

[@Cloudy-Wani664]

This, is what happens when creative, perfectionistic people all gather to work on something out of pure passion uninterruptedly for 6 whole years.

[@RealRanton]

absolutely inspirational... so much respect for those two. I wish they made a third Avatar Show that is even more mature

[@dogs4life217]

Ranton? Holy shit

[@AndrewT34pot]

They tried making LOK more mature and it just didn't have the innocence of the original, It felt kind of lacking in story. I don't think that would have been a good idea but I understand where you are coming from

[@robinthestate6548]

@@AndrewT34pot they were missing two of their most talented writers. Aaron Ehasz and his wife Elizabeth Welch Ehasz they were both the writer's of the best episodes zuko alone, tales of ba sing se, homashu the northern air temple and others.

[@AndrewT34pot]

@@robinthestate6548 yea, I guess that makes a difference, I agree

[@nikobitan7294]

@@robinthestate6548 Ehasz made the Dragon Prince and that has absolutely abysmal writing.

[@joshualancman4464]

Avatar is approximately 1,342 minutes long, or about a whole day. Mike, Bryan, and the rest of the gang spent 5-6 years making a full day worth of content. And it is top notch quality. Avatar: The last Airbender is the greatest television show ever made.

[@metalcien098]

The Polar Bear became NAGA! Thats awesome!

[@isabelf-o5100]

To me, the show will never be over.... To me, the adventures still continue....

[@Tortoise01Swe]

Isa F-O In our hearts ♥

[@dancingdan1994]

Isa F-O I agree , LONG LIVE TEAM AVATAR

[@Tortoise01Swe]

FOREVER AND EVER ♥♥

[@tomasquinonez-riegos6468]

And now WE can continue it. Check out the whitelotusscrolls site. Join the Order. Travel the world

[@j_oo_j5206]

+Isa F-O The comics are pretty good!

[@MoneyMakeupMusic]

i am way too emotionally attached to this show

[@SmitaSingh-uz2ce]

Me too

[@trishalovestein]

This show is what drove my love for animation and story telling. My dream is to create such an amazing cartoon as avatar was.

[@崔莱]

Ambitious! Good! It's gonna be very difficult though XD I look forward to seeing the amazing work that you will make ;)

[@ryguy9572]

Good luck!

[@jackrw2295]

Me too! At the end of Korra I decided something needed to replace the gaping avatar hole in my soul, so why not make something myself. So freaking hard trying to develop an idea solo though!

[@CryingZombie666]

+jack wimhurst Do story first. Then maybe seek for animators.

[@jacobmortimore]

Trisha Love good luck with that!

[@splendasmom]

Ugh I cried. I always forget how much Avatar meant to me as a kid. Just growing up and going into middle school, I was always bummed out by homework and friends and I was just trying to figure myself out, but this show kept me looking forward to something. Not to mention how many friends it made, and continues to make me :) I hold 2 avatar marathons a year. One showing a season a day for 3 days, and the second is an all-nighter taking 25 hours. Usually 5-8 people come to see it, including people who have never seen the show. It's a lot of fun :)

[@shineinouzen7412]

Sounds amazing.

[@AretsuChan]

Avatar: The Last Airbender is my favorite show of all time since it started back in 2005. I´ve been re watching it for years now and there is not one single time that it doesn´t feel like the first time seeing the series, hell I still laugh at the jokes even if I´ve heard them lots of times! . It´s so unique and fond to my heart in so many ways, one of it being still in contact with three of the people I met in the internet thanks to ATLA and even got a chance to meet one of them in person two years ago, which was a very touching moment for both of us, being only chat pals for almost 7 years if not more. Thank you Bryke for making this an experience of a lifetime!

[@jeuryveloz6011]

I admittedly get emotional whenever I watch the show. I love the series to death lol. I also love the fact that the creators are always in touch with the lore of the series and constantly make references to the first season in the Legend of Korra.

[@enigmadealer5274]

Your name and what you're commenting on describe 3 of my favourite shows

[@mikemoos]

Enigma dealer The Holy Trinity. Go for it.

[@christiancole289]

I was a small child when this show started to come on television and even to this day I think it's one of the great animated series of all time. That's because it is complexity of quite a few characters is amazing for a show with as many little episodes as it has.

[@kerk1234567]

The strengths of all the diverse people brought this show together from a simple idea! Every time they brought someone on they made them an important part of the show!

[@Butterflier00]

I'm not gonna cry....not gonna cry.... I'm crying....

[@nerdlenreviews6815]

i cried through the whole thing so glad i'm not the only one

[@bleach319]

Karlen Bradley Ive been crying since I was born

[@nerdlenreviews6815]

..... okay?

[@bleach319]

:.(

[@filipsuazo5412]

Heh that gave me a good chuckle

[@SpicySalamander04]

I love the fact that they took the martial arts seriously. No copying from movie tropes, no "consultant" in the background. Every episode, breaking down the moves and thinking about how the characters would fight. And the end result is bending feels real like it's an extension of the character's personality. Absolute legends!

[@miguelvelez7221]

Kisu is right there in this BTS feature though?

[@teleftines]

Am I the only one who cries over joy along this video cause... Thank the god these people made such a wonderfull story

[@samansafawi]

+Belinda Sara YES ME TOO OMG

[@annceres1204]

Yes! It's just so beautiful, especially to see the wonderful communities it has made inside and outside of the development team!

[@epancheva]

I even cry when I see a beautiful fanart xD and I lost it when I saw Toph at 28:30

[@Zarman1337]

I will never forget this series, it's my childhood in a nutshell. Those guys made a legendary masterpiece.

[@TheXPERT891]

dammit im gonna miss this. I cant wait to read the books though.

[@ghhjnbghjn8921]

why don't you read them?

[@Ichigo2058]

you mean the comic??? :o

[@sittingbackandwatchingital3845]

JayTee the comics are great really they are

[@alexandercastillo9315]

The comics are ok.

[@jakafe1188]

Best fantasy TV series ever made...so much respect for these people

[@thebindumb3848]

I want to be able to make a show like this. A show that everyone will remember for generations & love to death just like they did to this show. A show with an amazing story like this one. Bryke inspire me to do so & I hope I can achieve my dream. I'm only 14 so root for me in the meantime guys!

[@ricomonster3671]

I'm 14 , big dreamer hoping to someday make a inspiring show like this.. Please tell me I'm not wasting my time by believing I can actually achieve my goal of actually making a show like this someday. And if your interested in maybe working together I'd be more than happy to help. Head up high, shoulders straight about to face the world.. Good luck👹

[@ebonyb.9552]

Same here. I wan't to make a show with an amazing story like this one. Something that'll change lives.

[@ascherwilson8339]

Rico Monster heres a gd tip... buy the making of the last airbender book... and look up on the development process of making cartoons/being an animator, and what makes a good animator in general

[@ebonyb.9552]

Ascher Wilson I have that book! Its amazing.

[@ascherwilson8339]

Yeah man the design process and the personal info u get is really detailed, and concept art really impressive... I just feel so creative looking at stuff like that.

[@ToriHiragana]

This show is my Star Wars. Every time I see these characters I get goosebumps. And that finale...! BEST SERIES EVER

[@raphaq9192]

oh, a perfect description of the feeling... my star wars too!

[@raphaq9192]

oh, a perfect description of the feeling... my star wars too!

[@cm24624]

Better than Star Wars, tbh.

[@kevinzhang6623]

Dave Filoni directed and storyboarded nearly half of the first Season and he is now Chief Creative Officer of Lucasfilm, so... This is SUPERIOR to Star Wars. It GAVE BIRTH to Star Wars. Fuck Empire Strikes Back, ATLA all the way.

[@kevinzhang6623]

@@cm24624 This is true.

[@jacquibrzuchalski7341]

Without a doubt, the best show I have ever seen. Thank you for all the hard work everyone put into it. It's spectacular! This will be the show, I will show to my kids one day. I love this show.

[@TORIXLOLX]

Gggg

[@gustavramirez2891]

Jacqui Young Indeed... ATLA and TLOK are among those select few shows that I can still enjoy and relate to as an adult.

[@TORIXLOLX]

Gustav Ramirez Is that Cedric?

[@gustavramirez2891]

Should we put Justin in the US or Canada? Oh, but of course! :))

[@matthewbrown5464]

This show has really shaped my life. I want to be an animation creator/director when I get out of college (I'm a sophomore in high school right now). I honestly feel like God put this show in my life to inspire me to make my own show when I start my career that will not only be entertaining, but also touch people the way Avatar the Last Airbender and The Legend of Korra have touched me and others in so many different ways.

[@izzyizzy8074]

I'm a high school sophomore right now also, and I have similar goals. Having a job in animation and creating something wonderful is my dream. I hope you achieve yours x

[@matthewbrown5464]

Izzy L. Thanks bro! You too 😀

[@reneelucero2923]

YAAS! You go dude!

[@livingashtree1942]

Sure, just make sure you study alot of animes and cartoons before

[@yesim289]

Hey! I want to check in. What are you doing now?

[@ya3463]

I bet they are ashamed of the last airbender movie

[@missmeggie_4]

There were so many things wrong with it I couldn't stop cringing!

[@Ztrigg]

For sure. It didn't take long for Michael Bay to announce a second Turtle movie but they still haven't come out with a second Last Airbender movie? They'd probably redo it in better hands first...I hope. And this IS something that's ok to troll about because it's such a horrible movie that makes me want to cry, because it's the only live-action representation of something that's awesome by nature.

[@VelkanKiador]

I do find it hilarious that we live in a world where crappy movies based on cartoons get sequels like the transformers or tmnt yet The last airbender movie failed so hard that it didn't even get a sequel.

[@josephsua7246]

They are ashamed that they didn't get full control of that horrendous crap.

[@elijah6563]

U can hear their thoughts in a live audio interiew they did xD it was funny, but sad

[@MrAnelker]

The bit where they talked about the finale got me going ugh I'm so emotional right now

[@Seeking_Sam]

Tell me about it :"( So sad its gone

[@robertikiara5173]

From Africa Kenya....one of the best ever created animation. You can't believe the imagination that goes through Kids here in Africa putting in mind less exposure to how animation is created. Its reality to most of them......ask my small brother. He can't get enough. Thank you.

[@shineinouzen7412]

Thats beautiful man

[@CommandaInChief]

Best animated kid show in history

[@CryingZombie666]

hi

[@chelseacastillo2276]

StygianTraveler141 ey b0ss

[@Dartanghan]

Not kid show

[@Gadget-Walkmen]

@@Dartanghan It most certainly IS a kids show. You have a war and you barely have anyone die on screen or have people getting murdered. Most violent scene in the show is when Katara's hands get red when aang accidentally hurts her. This IS a kids show that's Pg. You can not have a violent graphic shit depicted on nickledon. Don't fool yourself with this.

[@ilios_id6564]

@@Gadget-Walkmen bro have you ever seen the second season of the show the whole ba sing se arc was way too complicated for any kid to understand

[@mohsinmaroc]

The best show ever

[@TheXPERT891]

+Nicol Holland Amen.

[@mr.boxerfrown525]

JayTee wish I had an Azula profile pic

[@jaredchinafoeng4137]

A one in a million story of 2 people coming up with something so unique and unlike anything done before. Everyone worked so hard together and put so much passion into this show to make it as great as they knew it could be. They absolutely nailed everything about it and the story of how it was made is almost as emotional and inspiring as the show itself. Bravo, everyone. You made one of the greatest shows that will ever be made.

[@joerivde]

28:20 that music alone still brings tears to my eyes. Atla is in my opinion still the best series I've ever watched!

[@NeoExHades]

I swear to god those 30 minutes of video went as fast as lightning

[@AMessful]

Had pee in my eye, at 28:02 with the final-screeningcollage. These epic visuals and music just made me revisit these emotions when I first saw it. Damn. Have to watch it again.

[@CryingZombie666]

hi

[@F1avii]

Ansgar Messmer I just finished re-watching and I feel so sad inside I can't believe it's over again

[@sincerelysof]

that "again" part made me laugh so hard, because same. I'm going to re-watch it over and over and over..

[@jenya-was-here]

"Had pee in my eye" hahaha wut

[@nslater1388]

I am so dense. Adult Aang is based on one of the creators. That's cool. This has to be the best American anime (yes, I believe it meets the requirements of a top notch anime) of all time. Rich in culture, well written characters, epic storyline, a wide range of emotional depth, humor, style, and it all comes together perfectly right down to the very last minute of the series! The BEST I have ever seen this side of the Pacific.

[@bananaluvsmonkey]

Anime is just a Japanese animation. So "american" anime does not exist. Still amazing show though.

[@utomoki12]

It's a cartoon not anime

[@soulcaliber98mj]

bananaluvsmonkey anime refers to all animation.dont complicate shit with your weaboo-ness.there's no such thing as japanese or american anime.anime refers to all animation.god dammit.

[@utomoki12]

Someone thats Japan s definitions here its a different one so im just saying...

[@utomoki12]

*****​ true. that why im glad its not anime and only influenced.

[@avaplante1884]

Man, has Avatar left an impact on me. I can remember when it was premiering back in 2005-2008, when I was 5-8 years old. I was a stupid kid I guess, or maybe I just wasn't mature enough for it yet, but for some reason, Avatar just felt sort of... meh to me back then. I would be watching other cartoons (usually on NickToons rather than the actual Nickelodeon channel) during lunch or dinner or something, and if Avatar came on, I'd just be like "uggghhh", but nothing else was on, so I watched it. Years flew by, I grew up a little more, got to middle school, and 5 years later, there I am, sitting in my French classroom, and what do I overhear? A few of my classmates talking about A:TLA. And in my head I was like, "oh yeah, Avatar! That show sucked." They then went on to say that it was their favorite animated show. Of course I was like, "HUH???", but I ignored it for a few months. Finally, when December came around, my classmates still sometimes going on about the supposed greatness of Avatar, I decided, "Okay. I'm going to give this show a second chance. Maybe I just saw the worse episodes or I just wasn't mature enough or something." I look it up online, and after about 20 minutes of searching (since my family doesn't have Netflix or anything like that), I found the first episode (and in fact the entire series) for free in good quality online. And I was IMMEDIATELY hooked. I shit you not, I sometimes pretended I was sick so I could stay home from school and watch more episodes. Now, a year since, I have Appa earrings, Avatar pictures all over half of my room, a fanfic in the making, and I'm asking for the comics, DVD Collection, and other Avatar merchandise for Christmas. And this is from a show that before I thought was just BLAH. Avatar: The Last Airbender is by FAR my favorite TV show, animated or not, of ALL TIME. It's just the right mix of action, comedy, spirituality, and romance, all paired with a complex story and BEAUTIFUL characters. This is definitely a show that I'll be showing to my kids when I'm older, and hopefully they'll show it to theirs. Thank you SO much for making this show Michael DeMartino and Bryan Konietzko!!!

[@hiskay]

so, how do you feel about it right now?😏👀

[@meatiest1989]

@@hiskay hah u got ignored lmao

[@hiskay]

@@meatiest1989 she’s probably already dead so I’m not mad

[@meatiest1989]

@@hiskay 💀 bruh

[@schweenieboy]

I Remember I Watching It From Ages 7 To 10 Years Old. I'm Still A Fan Along With My Mother And Brother.

[@6mizu]

Avatar the Last Airbender is a classic, a masterpiece and honestly the Golden Standard for what an animated series should be. Thank you for this video, I just watched it as an adult after rewatching this series. This is the best animated series of all time in my opinion. (hopefully this video never gets taken down for any reason, future audiences deserve to see this)

[@starwarssupremacy]

This show was a prominent part of my childhood. Really inspirational

[@artsyafroqueen]

This show was amazing. It's definitely on my list of animated shows to rewatch. Also, it's horrible that the kid who was cosplaying as Zuko had a better scar than he did in the movie.

[@emilymonkey]

How can someone's favourite character be anyone but Iroh?! That guy is a hero!

[@leandr0garcia]

Iroh always rules!!, but Zoka is worthy to mention, no powers but he was a kickass... n he was funny of the group! ;P

[@leandr0garcia]

Sorry, I watched the spanish version... :)

[@TheOscarmx]

leandr0garcia in the Spanish version also is not Zoka ._.

[@gustavramirez2891]

Emily Nicholas Uncle Iroh is my 3rd favorite character overall, after Sokka and Zuko. While Iroh certainly is an incredible character, with his unwavering kindness (directly contrasting with the "evil firebender" stereotype), and unique wisdom, he never really underwent any character development at all, since he was already an amazing source of guidance from the get-go. Ironically, I did not like Zuko and Sokka at all from the get-go, but as the series progressed, they have both undergone tremendous character development, becoming the most well-rounded, relatable and interesting characters of all.

[@allthingslexi6046]

Aang is my fav but Iroh is my third fav after zuko

[@Amunarath]

Got a huge laugh out of all shipping stuff they were talking about.

[@Andr3y143]

i know right? what the heck is wrong with people shipping aang and zuko? wtf hahaha

[@avatarthelastairbender4613]

Destiny

[@flowerbloom5782]

Omg both the avatars in the same comment section

[@pumkin600]

This show has been the uplifting shine I've needed to realize about what life really means behind the characteristics of people throughout the series. Nothing can top a series any greater than this. I have nothing bad to say about it. Simply flawless. The thought it ended years ago seems unrealistic ;-; there's still so much to talk about- even with only 3 seasons!!

[@DazedDanyy]

My Favorite Quote. "You rise with the moon, I rise with the sun"

[@CryingZombie666]

hi

[@sincerelysof]

Who said that?

[@matthewgraham7002]

sofiah ciara zuko did, when he and katara fought at the North pole; while she was trying to protect Aang, while he was meditating. damn I know this show to well lol.

[@sincerelysof]

Matthew Graham Oh my, you actually do haha! It sounds like something Iroh would say, but I guess it makes sense. Thanks tho!

[@peacegirlxx99]

one of the best scenes in season 1

[@MizzFujin]

now you know where Aangs beard comes from haha

[@livingashtree1942]

Ms Harp LOL yeah just noticed l

[@PARZIVALTV.]

Damnnnt dante became an a avatar

[@freakynintendoguy00]

18:05 that single piscture almost made me cry ;~;

[@erick-gmz]

Man this half hour felt like two minutes.. I seriously almost cried.. it's November 2017 and this show still really affects me. It helped me through so much. I moved from the US when I was 12 (I'm 20 now) to another country.. lost my friends, language, culture a lot of stuff but when I re-watched avatar a lot of the wisdom was so real and sure I couldn't really truly share this feeling with anyone like I would have liked to but the show taught me to be a better person, sometimes it sounds ridiculous even to myself but it's the truth. I wish everyone could have seen this! :')

[@byakuya98]

These guys were geniuses. Avatar was an epic animated series and Legend of Korra is as equally entertaining.

[@AssassinKillua15]

If only more writers were like this. Going in with a story that has a set number of seasons that they stick by. So many writers for shows go in not really knowing how many seasons they're going to have and not having a set ending for their show, so they end up with 8 to 10 seasons and it turns into a big mess.

[@manuelorozco7760]

One show that really went downhill toward the last two seasons was Fosters Home For Imaginary Friends!

[@kevinzhang6623]

"If only more writers were like this" - I'll tell you that the best storytellers to ever exist are around right now, but you'll never know it or see them. What you should hope for instead is "If only more studios gave writers like this a chance"

[@MyHero2012]

The depths that these guys went to create this show is absolutely amazing. Not only were they inspired by martial arts and eastern culture but they had they the respect to go to the actual people and learn from them. The respect they had. Also the diversity of the writing staff is also something to be admired.

[@nintendopet114]

to watch every single episode of avatar in a complete marathon takes less than 24 hours, and after watching this documentary it's so amazing that the 5 years of work they put into it can be fully appreciated in less than a day. it's wonderful how tightly packed every element of the show is and yet so much passion and love just explodes outward, all from a simple drawing of a little bald kid with an arrow tattoo and a couple of animal companions.

[@fleuraimeekaan]

Life would be so much better if we really could bend the elements.

[@sandrat9309]

+Fleur i know :(

[@outseparate8399]

+Sandra T. Until the fire nation attacks, then 100 years of war, and if the avatar is lazy or somewhat pathetic we're all f*cked

[@sandrat9309]

Divided Shift well shit we'd better start learnin fast XD

[@fleuraimeekaan]

Divided Shift you've got a point there haha. But for real, how hard could it be to bend the elements? :)

[@outseparate8399]

Imagine trying to move only your middle toe without other toes moving or helping it at all

[@medelinejayasaputra2852]

Exactly 20 years later the ATLA fanbase actually grows instead of dies. Netflix helps too. When the show appeared on Netflix, it became a top rated show for many weeks.

[@GWConspiracy]

This was beautiful. One of my favorite things in the world is to see the creative teams behind my favorite works, so to see the faces of those who made Avatar is such a treat. I adore this story that I grew up along with and find it inspires me in so many ways :) Great video

[@Solitaryhowl]

One of the if not the best kids show I've ever watched.. actually it might not just be for kids since I'm in my 20's. Won't probably be surpassed anytime soon. I got goosebumps around the 28:30 mark. Also I'm sooo glad they used Asian mythology and characters yaayyy

[@dmacmcmanus95]

I clicked the 28:30 mark and within like a second I started getting misty-eyed.

[@Bacnlovr]

That music...

[@ULSWC]

Bacnlovr Hell yea. I almost cried, all the feelings...

[@skittleysweet]

i did too! I've rewatched the series 3 times and each time i think i get more emotional when i watch it.

[@Araxie22]

ULSWC Oh good, I wasn't the only one. So many feels.

[@Muhammad.gwandu]

The kalimba sound brings back so much memories 😭

[@maycho5019]

Avatar was my whole childhood. I’ve watched the series COUNTLESS times. My memories of avatar is coming home from school and watching it from beginning to the end. When I’m finished and I’ll watch it all over again. I did that for years. Thank you to the whole team for creating a timeless series. I would enjoy it even when I’m old and fray. Even if it was a never ending story I would still watch it and never be bored. Thank you for giving me the my childhood memories.

[@theonestrawhat]

It's just mind boggling how much work went into this show!

[@jester12341]

Nothing here surprised me. Everything about the show screams 'people doing what they love' and they 100% deserved all of the success and more.

[@allisontucker9874]

Avatar is truly is the jewel in the crown of Nickelodeon, it’s flawless

[@manuelorozco7760]

And there hasn’t been anything like the Avatar universe since in their history

[@siyabongaskhosana7782]

The guys who did the music are exceptional, the fight scene With Zuko and Izula was beautifully cemented with the music.

[@Denis-fp7ku]

When Aang and Katara kissed on the last episode I was filled with joy. It was fantastic.

[@annadorofeeva817]

2019 anybody? Im going through my yearly avatar rewatching phase 😅

[@Katoothitra]

Finished the shows with my sister last month and now I'm caught up with the comics too. It's such a unique series because you can watch it over and over and not only will you get something new out of it every time, but it also always makes you feel the same emotions you felt the first time through. I crie evertim!!!!

[@yousra0128]

I first watched avatar back in middle school when it was on Netflix around 2011 or 2012. I remember being this kid who knew instantly this was something way more special than anything I have ever seen before. And now almost 9 years later, I rewatch it every year and a half. I've never rewatched a show like I have with avatar. This is my all time favorite show and I will be showing this to my kids one day. It's greatness has to live on and be shared. I feel lucky to have it in my life

[@Artistwithpurplehair]

Glad they changed Zuko from being a run of the mill narcissistic villain to a lost soul redeemed.

[@manuelorozco7760]

I didn’t see it coming one bit!

[@Garytheblastoise]

I used to watch this 4 years ago and I forgot about it, I finished watching ATLA in 1 week and I'm sad there is no more Sokka punchline or no more twinkle toes. This was a week. I can't imagine whats it like to watch this the day it was published.

[@janedoe5836]

Garytheblastoise There's still The Legend of Korra if you haven't seen that already.

[@Garytheblastoise]

that ended too :'(

[@janedoe5836]

Garytheblastoise I know D:

[@stephnguyen4347]

+Garytheblastoise I'm reading the comic books, they're amazing and they pick up right where the tv show left off.

[@matt7352]

+ml12 if this is true, it's really over for me

[@vjara94]

the best cartoon ever made!! no is anime, but is better than a lot of animes, that come every year

[@liwsoderqvist5740]

VJ Goofy much beter then Naruto

[@sillau9]

​@@liwsoderqvist5740yes

[@HULK-HOGAN1]

The stars aligned for this show. I love the spiritual themes and sense of adventure. Incredible world-building and characters. Well done

[@theficho5104]

We shouldn't be sad that the show ended, but happy that existed!

[@zehrairfan7618]

Admit it-we all goT TEARY EYED WHEN THE CLIPS FROM THE FINALE PLAYED

[@hiskay]

guurl u right

[@sorryifoldcomment8596]

That's exactly why I keep rewatching this! I'm so grateful to the people who created this, love the scene of the finale at the end.

[@erty117]

Wether it was made deliberately or not you guys created a universe that resonates deeply with our unconscious. Nothing that Nickelodeon has made will ever reach the level of quality, intelligence and brilliance this show has. Thanks for creating this and im glad of being part of aangs journey

[@manuelorozco7760]

I haven’t been invested in anything from them since!

[@indestarbright9646]

It's cute to look at these two animators and realize that they're Aang and Zuko, all growed up.

[@TheViewingspectator]

I love these two guys. Hopefully they'll continue the Avatar franchise for years to come. (I personally would like to see the story of an Avatar born in the Earth Kingdom, because earth benders rule.)

[@taylorcross6534]

I want Kyoshi, especially. We were teased with a lot from her when the show does happen, but not enough to know everything.

[@NRsilver23]

Me too like at least a series or saga for the next two avatars after Korra, so then there would be episodes about an earthbending avatar and episodes about a firebending avatar.

[@purelizardmilk6598]

Well, one thing I liked that these guys said was "we don't wanna tell a story that just goes on forever;" they weren't about serializing this stuff for constant production of entertainment - it was a concise story that was so well paced BECAUSE they limited their scope, everything good has to end and sometimes that end really elevates it

[@hiskay]

water benders rule!!

[@georgiabartholomew6210]

He don't understand shipping. He'd be shocked by how many people probably ship Aang qnd Zuko together...

[@nerdlenreviews6815]

hahaha right?

[@jeniferjoseph9200]

And he thought shipping was a solely anime thing! Boy, does he have a lot to learn before he's ready to save the Animeverse!

[@jacobmortimore]

Georgia Bartholomew ew what

[@erinjkrizakk]

Ewwww people ship them?!

[@jenya-was-here]

Zukaang xD XD And hey, I might not ship it lol, but come on people, ship and let ship! Let's not revive the ship shaming from message boards in years gone by, please. lol

[@jontorr2860]

Anyone watching in 2023? I love this show so much 🥹. I watched it as a kid, but now as an adult it hits so much deeper 😭. Thank you so much!!!

[@spamsamwabam]

I hope theres a documentary like this for LoK! I love these series with a passion

[@Sanjistealthblc]

18:57 that lil instrument was used in the intro... I will never forget that sound

[@EdwardGutierrez90]

I loved that simple tune, I loved how it went great with the ending of the third episode when Aang, Appa and Momo are flying away from the Air Temple.

[@PriAndFiction]

I salute you guys for making a cartoon filled with humor, action and love! This truly is something that will be remembered for generations. :)

[@MrOoglebog]

Anyone notice how Aangs original spirit guide animal was a polar bear dog but changed to a Sky Bison. But now in LOK Korra's spirit guide is a polar bear dog :)

[@andyyhimself]

This was the most beautiful story to have blessed humans, thank you Bryke.

[@gatocavolo]

I survived the Kataang and Zutara shipping wars. Barely.

[@manuelorozco7760]

It was the first time I was exposed to fan shopping!

[@Commentar1000]

This show makes my childhood so memorable! I still re-watch the series over and over again on nicktoons. Great job guys and good luck with Legend of Korra

[@nerdlenreviews6815]

the last season of korra is starting on october 3d and i feel like it's the end of an era and i can honestly say this will be something i will treasure my entire life avatar was such a big part of my childhood and it's not something you could ever out grow.

[@mee1379]

28:20 - 28:50 damn! got them chills

[@azula-3875]

+mee1379 me too haha

[@Supergirlylovewooz]

Made me cry also 😫

[@seffay6875]

+mee1379 Me too! It felt like uncontrolable chills streaming over my body, its so weird!

[@panicatthe5secondsoffallou643]

Made me so emotional

[@theholyghostskeemzplots7320]

THE SCOOP ON AVATAR KOSHI AND THE DARK REPUBLIC avatar after Korra IT HAS -A government that maybe out to enslave mankind by getting rid of powerful benders/people in its way while using a upgraded form of the Ba Sing Se mind control and allowing the wealthy financiers immunity and a seat at the top of the new world order because now in these times free will is treated as a thing that needs to be irradiated. -A avatar that is from a more urban street type of life and not sure if he and his friends are on the right or wrong side of a pending war plus being infused with both Raava & Vaatu which makes him extremely powerful but also extremely dangerous -A new enemy with a weapon to not only take away bending but harness it and use it including taking away special skills so just imaging an enemy with Azul's Blue flame, Zaheer's flight, lava-bending, lightning bending and maybe even Koshi's own special skill of earth water bending (ability to move in and out of earth like a dip in the pool) just to name a few -And not to mention dealing with all of the typical teenage problems like love, friendship and betrayal all while trying to prevent a world war. read more here www.gofundme.com/avatardarkrepublic

[@chinaber210]

You created a masterpiece.

[@toptaemin1278]

This was not just only a cartoon show, it was more than a movie. It impacted not Only kids bit it impacted people from all ages & races. We need more shows like this

[@BirdsAndPoetry]

i remember watching avatar from the moment it premiered when i was 7 to the finale of aang finally defeating the fire lord when i was 10. my friends & i quite literally grew up with the show and with korra - aang guiding us through childhood and korra through adolescence. the avatar universe has made me into who i am today. when i was younger i was mostly preoccupied with the characters and the plot and the drama and the fun, but as i get older i understood how deeply the life lessons & spirituality within the show resonated with me. connecting to my spirituality has guided me through my darkest moments, and i cant thank bryke enough for introducing me to these concepts at such a young age.

[@CharisAllen]

This made me tear up, knowing that there are only 3 episodes left of Korra, and there will be no more avatar ;-;

[@ricomonster3671]

Although the avatar franchise will be over, I heard they are making something NEW and honestly I can not wait for this new thing I hope. It's as inspiring as avatar.

[@CharisAllen]

Ahhh! I can't wait to see what it is!

[@moniquereinds8804]

Rico Monster WHAT TELL ME MORE!?

[@Tortoise01Swe]

Monique Reinds They're going to do Korra comics right after the end! And I can't wait for "Smoke&Shadow" coming in september :)

[@EO-ci1np]

When I travelled overseas in 2007 I remember watching ATLA on nickelodeon in my grandmas home with my cousins. It was the first time I had seen the show as back home I didn't have nickelodeon on my tv, so I was immediately hooked as I began to fall in love with the animation, the characters, the voice acting and especially the soundtrack/background music which was my favourite part, as well as the overall vibe of the show. I had never managed to finish the show though, so around 2012 I decided to binge watch the seasons online. I was so upset when I finished all 3 seasons as I became so overly attached that I left a post on yahoo answers demanding why it ended haha.. Now I'm 20 and after all these years I'm still attached to this masterpiece. It was and still is an amazing show that shaped my childhood. P.S. I'm still upset it ended haha..

[@BOBSMITHH]

Just watched for the first time on Netflix. Best thing I've watched all quarantine!

[@manuelorozco7760]

The title in terms of what I got into during that time has to go to Cobra Kai

[@EspirituAzul]

I just can' find the words to explain how much I love ATLA, it is a perfect show!!! Characters, music, powers, nations, story .... everything is awsome and sure I will continue watching it until the end of my life. ATLA Rules!!