Netflix's ATLA EP Addresses Potential Legend Of Korra Live-Action Adaptation

The Legend of Korra may be Netflix’s next adaptation after the success of the live-action Avatar: The Last Airbender. While Avatar began in 2005 and ended 2008, Korra ran from 2012 to 2014 and had a story split across four seasons. It tells the story of Korra, who begins the series as a much older and more experienced character than the early Aang. After the end of the Hundred Years’ War, Korra’s story is much more focused on maintaining peace, as opposed to Aang’s constant mission to establish it.

After Netflix confirmed Avatar: The Last Airbender season 2, executive producer Jabbar Raisani spoke with The Direct at Paleyfest 2024. When questioned about a potential Legend of Korra live-action adaptation, Raisani said, “Certainly, I’d be interested in anything that is in this universe.” This is not an official confirmation of an adaptation but does provide some hope that Korra’s story may eventually be adapted by Netflix.

Would A Legend Of Korra Adaptation Work?

Korra’s Journey Is Much More Adult-Oriented Than Aang’s

An adult-oriented and live-action Korra adaptation could work well to re-popularize the show. One helpful element is that each Korra season has 14 episodes or less, which is much more favorable for condensing than Avatar‘s seasons, which are each 20 episodes or more. The only major detriment would be that it would demand a more expansive VFX budget, given that Korra season 2 heavily involves spirits. Thankfully, Netflix has already shown a willingness to dedicate a considerable budget to the first adaptation.

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Another positive sign is that Netflix’s Avatar adaptation has a different audience. The live-action version has a much more adult outlook, having started the show with the brutal Air Nomad genocide. Aang is considerably less playful and is far more focused on his mission and destiny. That tone would fit Korra well, as the older Korra regularly has to deal with traumatizing missions that leave her destitute. Korra‘s heavy themes involve genocide, trauma, and discrimination, while also often delving into exploring various political theories, including anarchy and fascism.

The structure of Korra also differs from the original Avatar. While Aang’s fight revolves around the Fire Lord throughout his show, Korra has a different villain each season. That could make it a better target for adaptation, as any sudden cancelation will have little impact on the overarching story of Korra’s development. Should Netflix ever decide to pursue it, The Legend of Korra could be the perfect next step in the live-action Avatar: The Last Airbender series.

Source: The Direct

Avatar: The Last Airbender (Live-Action)

Based on the acclaimed animated Nickelodeon television series, Avatar: The Last Airbender is an action-adventure fantasy series developed by Albert Kim. The series follows Aang, a young man training to harness the four elements to live up to the title of Avatar – the one who will restore balance to the world.

Cast

Gordon Cormier , Dallas Liu , Kiawentiio , Ian Ousley , Daniel Dae Kim , Paul Sun-Hyung Lee

Release Date

February 22, 2024

Seasons

1

Writers

Albert Kim , michael dante dimartino , bryan konietzko

Directors

Michael Goi , Roseanne Liang , Jabbar Raisani , Jet Wilkinson

Creator(s)

Albert Kim