James Cameron’s return to Pandora has proved irresistible to UK audiences, as Avatar: Fire and Ash debuts straight at Number 1 on the Official UK Film Chart. The latest installment in the record-breaking sci-fi saga has captivated viewers with its expanded world-building and a darker conflict that raises the stakes for the Na’vi, proving that the appetite for Cameron’s breathtaking visuals remains as strong as ever.
Dramatic Climbs and Literary Reimagining
While Avatar claims the throne, the rest of the Top 10 is defined by massive surges and bold new adaptations. Climbing an incredible 18 places to secure the Number 2 spot is the psychological thriller The Housemaid. The film’s tense narrative of domestic secrets and manipulation continues to build momentum through word-of-mouth success.
Directly behind at Number 3 is the week's second-highest debut: Wuthering Heights (2026). This new adaptation of Emily Brontë’s masterpiece has made an immediate impact, pairing the raw emotional drama of Heathcliff and Catherine with sweeping, cinematic Yorkshire landscapes for a modern audience.
Chart Mainstays and Viral Surges
Last week’s leader, the Oscar-winning drama Sinners, remains a formidable presence at Number 4, while the large-scale spectacle One Battle After Another rounds out the top five.
One of the week’s most shocking jumps comes from 28 Years Later – The Bone Temple, which leapt 24 spots from Number 30 to Number 6. The latest chapter in the iconic infected franchise appears to have found a second life with viewers drawn to its bleak atmosphere and survivalist tension. Meanwhile, the musical phenomenon Wicked – For Good continues its enduring run at Number 7.
New Entries and Returning Favorites
The sports drama GOAT enters the chart at Number 8, delivering an inspiring story of elite-level ambition. It is followed at Number 9 by Hamnet, a poetic adaptation of Maggie O’Farrell’s novel which surged from Number 33. Finally, the evergreen Super Mario Bros. Movie holds steady at Number 10, refusing to leave the rankings after months of success.
The Official UK Film Chart is compiled by the Official Charts Company, based on digital downloads and physical disc sales.
