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Earlier this year, Netflix successfully broughtAvatar: The Last Airbenderto life in a live-action adaptation. While mostly sticking to the original series which had some expertly crafted heroes, intricate characters, and unforgettable villains like Commander Zhao. Netflix now appears to be set to shake things up with its own take.
While loyal fans know Commander Zhao’s fate after his epic clash with Zuko, Netflix may be brewing a surprising twist that hasn’t quite thrilled everyone. Actor Ken Leung, who played Commander Zhao in the Netflix series, hinted in a recent interview that his character could potentially make a return in future seasons.
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Commander Zhao remains one of the most interesting characters inAvatar: The Last Airbender,the Nickelodeon series cherished by generations. As a power-hungry admiral blinded by ambition, Zhao made it his mission to capture Avatar Aang, naturally becoming a rival toPrince Zuko.
Throughout the series, he posed a significant deal of threat to Aang, Sokka, and Katara, which culminated with the Northern Water Tribe and his ill-fated encounter with the Moon Spirit at the Spirit Oasis. This led to his ultimate downfall at the hands of the vengeful Ocean Spirit, throwing Zhao to an eternity in the Fog of Lost Souls within the Spirit World as it was seen inThe Legend of Korra.
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In the Netflix series, Zhao’s fate was left ambiguous following his epic showdown with Zuko at the end of the first season. Actor Ken Leung has hinted that his character could potentially make a comeback in future seasons, suggesting that Netflix may diverge from the original series in unexpected ways. While speaking withDigital Spyhe revealed,
Well I think fans of the show know that we do see him, we see him in the fog of lost souls. Although our show keeps it ambiguous. You know this is a reimagining of the original so I’m not sure how much of that they’re reimagining, but it would be interesting to see him in a place where he is forced to face what he did and what it all means. That would be interesting to investigate.
He further continued,
Like season one he’s in this kind of rooster-ish kind of power position. It would be nice to see all of that broken down and he’s lost in the fog of lost souls and to see what happens then.
Ken Leung believes that if the character returns, fans will witness another side of Zhao, where he confronts the consequences of his actions. This could potentially steer the series in a completely new direction, diverging significantly from Nickelodeon’s original portrayal.
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Netflix hasboldly taken libertieswith the story in its initial foray, sparking divided opinions among fans online. While some embrace the changes, others advocate staying true to the original, which many consider an absolute masterpiece.
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Criticismshave surfaced regarding Sokka and Katara’s screen time, the early introduction of Azula, and the rushed portrayal of Ozai’s role. Amidst these discussions, the fate of Zhao in the Netflix adaptation remains a mystery, eagerly awaited by fans.
Despite some lingering criticism, the show has received overall positive reviews and ratings, marking a significant improvement from Paramount’s attempt with the 2010 movie adaptation. Recently, the streaming platform announced that the series will extend withtwo more seasons, revealing a new poster to accompany the announcement.
The Avatar will return!! Seasons 2 & 3 of AVATAR: THE LAST AIRBENDER are coming!pic.twitter.com/NDxSDP7kZE
— Netflix (@netflix)August 22, 2025
This revelation has ignited excitement among fans, who are eager to witness all the new surprises and twists that await them in the series.
Avatar: The Last Airbender is streaming on Netflix.
Sampurna Banerjee
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Sampurna Banerjee is an Entertainment Writer at FandomWire, and she’s written over 1,700 articles! She covers everything from celebrity news to the latest superhero buzz, streaming shows, and fan theories. If it’s trending in pop culture, Sampurna’s probably already on it.When she’s not working, you’ll probably find her rewatching The Office (again), getting into debates about Marvel’s timeline, or diving deep into Christopher Nolan movies for the hundredth time. She’s not just writing about entertainment, she’s living it.
