Overview
- Universal confirmed Thursday that Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey has reached $1.352 billion worldwide, overtaking Deadpool & Wolverine as the top unadjusted global earner for an R-rated movie.
- The studio’s reported total breaks down to roughly $516 million in North America and about $835 million internationally, with more growth possible as remaining markets such as Japan open.
- The run was powered by premium formats: coverage cites roughly $300 million-plus in IMAX revenue, including more than $40 million from 41 IMAX 70mm venues that continue to sell out.
- Trade outlets report Universal plans a premium video‑on‑demand and 4K/Blu‑ray/DVD release on Nov. 17, a move that follows an extended theatrical window and will be a key next revenue step.
- The film’s commercial arc — a non‑franchise, nearly three‑hour epic becoming Nolan’s biggest grossing picture — highlights the box office power of event cinema and could influence future studio choices on premium screens and release windows.