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“Wait… isn’t that Steven Yeun’s voice?” Yep, you heard it right — The Walking Dead and Minari star is now the voice of Zuko in the upcoming The Legend of Aang: The Last Airbender! But hold on, wasn’t he the voice of Avatar Wan too? What’s going on?
As excitement builds for the much-awaited live-action version of Avatar: The Last Airbender, fans are buzzing with questions, theories, and some serious nostalgia. From Aang’s journey to master all four elements, to the return of familiar characters in fresh avatars, there’s a lot to unpack.
Whether you're an OG fan of the Nickelodeon animated series or new to the Avatar universe, this latest update — straight from SDCC 2025 — is something you can’t miss.
Ready to dive into the new cast, story updates, and Steven Yeun’s surprise switch-up? Let’s enter the world of bending!
What Is The Last Airbender All About?
A long time ago, four nations coexisted peacefully. Currently, the Water Tribe, the Earth Kingdom, the Fire Nation, and the Air Nomads are uniting to present the cast of Avatar: The Last Airbender.
The live-action version inspired by the Nickelodeon animated show will track Aang, the young Avatar, as he strives to control the four elements (Water, Earth, Fire, and Air) and bring harmony to a world menaced by the Fire Nation. The captivating realm of Avatar: The Last Airbender is filled with emerging heroes, relentless adversaries, insightful guides, and numerous other unforgettable characters.
For showrunner Albert Kim, the series offers “an opportunity to highlight Asian and Indigenous characters as real, vibrant individuals.” "Not merely within a cartoon, but in a reality that genuinely exists, remarkably akin to the one we inhabit." Prior to the grand adventure beginning, let's familiarize ourselves with the characters by providing a comprehensive overview of the cast, starting with the lead roles.
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Cast Of Avatar: The Last Airbender
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Cast Of Avatar: The Last Airbender |
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Actor's Name |
Character's Name |
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Gordon Cormier |
AANG |
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Kiawentiio |
KATARA |
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Ian Ousley |
SOKKA |
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Dallas Liu |
ZUKO |
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Daniel Dae Kim |
FIRE LORD OZAI |
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Paul Sun-Hyung Lee |
UNCLE IROH |
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Elizabeth Yu |
AZULA |
Steven Yeun: The Voice Of Zuko
Fans may recognize the name Steven Yeun. Ultimately, he provided the voice for the original Avatar, Avatar Wan, in The Legend of Korra. It lasted just three episodes, but it solidified his popularity within the Avatar community. So, you may anticipate that he will return to his initial role in this forthcoming full-length movie, correct?
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Unfortunately, you would be mistaken. IGN has officially announced that at SDCC 2025, Steven Yeun will not be returning to his original role in the upcoming The Legend of Aang: The Last Airbender. Instead, he will be providing the voice for Zuko. Indeed, that's correct. This comes directly from the creators Michael Dante DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko, so we can be certain of its truth.
Will Steven Yeun Reprise His Role as Avatar Wan?
The logical next question was if Steven Yeun would be returning to his other role as Avatar Wan? Unfortunately, the creators remained steadfast on that topic. Therefore, we can only determine when The Legend of Aang: The Last Airbender will be released in theaters on October 9, 2026. Moreover, it will serve as the inaugural installment in a proposed trilogy as well.
Steven Yeun may not be returning as Avatar Wan, but his fiery new role as Zuko has fans intrigued. The wait begins for October 9, 2026!
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