Los Angeles, California – The live-action “Avatar: The Last Airbender” series on Netflix is undergoing a change in leadership, as reported recently. Albert Kim, who developed the series and served as showrunner for Season 1, is stepping down from his position. Moving forward, Christine Boylan and Jabbar Raisani will take over as executive producers of the show.
Boylan, who previously worked as a co-executive producer on Season 1, brings a wealth of experience to the project. Raisani, known for his VFX work on various popular shows, will also play a pivotal role in the series going forward. Kim, though stepping down from his showrunner role, will continue to serve as an executive producer for Seasons 2 and 3.
In making this decision, Kim aimed to explore new opportunities after dedicating multiple years to the development of “Last Airbender.” He has now signed a deal with Disney to work as an executive producer on the “Percy Jackson” series while also developing new projects for the company. Boylan’s impressive resume includes working on successful projects like the Peacock series “Poker Face” and various other popular TV shows.
Raisani, in addition to his work on “Last Airbender,” has showcased his talents in VFX on shows like “Lost in Space” and “Stranger Things.” The live-action adaptation of “Last Airbender” is based on the beloved Nickelodeon animated series of the same name. The series has already been renewed for two more seasons, with Season 3 set to be the final installment.
With a talented team of executive producers and directors on board, including Dan Lin and Lindsey Liberatore, the live-action “Avatar: The Last Airbender” series promises to continue delivering captivating storytelling and stunning visuals to audiences. Various directors, including Michael Goi and Roseanne Liang, have lent their expertise to the project, adding depth and dimension to the series. Overall, the changes in leadership signal an exciting new chapter for the show as it embarks on its upcoming seasons.