James Cameron's highly anticipated sequel, 'Avatar: Fire and Ash', has swept the 24th Annual Visual Effects Society (VES) Awards, clinching an impressive seven trophies, including the night's top honor. The prestigious ceremony, celebrating outstanding visual effects artistry and innovation, took place on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at The Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles.

The film was recognized for its groundbreaking visual effects with the coveted award for Outstanding Visual Effects in a Photoreal Feature. Key visual effects supervisors Richard Baneham, Peter Litvack, Eric Saindon, Nicky Muir, and Steve Ingram were celebrated for their extraordinary work. 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' also earned accolades for Outstanding Character in a Photoreal Feature for the villainess Varang, played by Oona Chaplin, with Stephen Clee, Stuart Adcock, Keven Norris, and Joseph Kim specifically credited. Additional wins included Outstanding CG Cinematography, Outstanding Environment in a Photoreal Feature for Bridgehead Industrial City, Outstanding Model in a Photoreal or Animated Project, Outstanding Effects Simulation in a Photoreal Feature, and the Emerging Technology Award for the revolutionary Kora Fire Toolset, developed by Wētā FX.

While 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' led the film categories, other notable winners included 'KPop Demon Hunters,' which took home three animation awards, and 'Sinners,' recognized for Outstanding Supporting Visual Effects in a Photoreal Feature. The ceremony also honored industry titans, with acclaimed film producer Jerry Bruckheimer receiving the VES Lifetime Achievement Award from Joseph Kosinski, and Wētā Workshop co-founder Sir Richard Taylor presented with the VES Visionary Award. Comedy duo Randy and Jason Sklar hosted the evening's festivities.