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The Odyssey Rockets Past $640 Million as Universal Moves to Takedown Unauthorized Leak

Heavy IMAX and 70mm sales have sustained unusually small weekend drops and led analysts to raise long‑term box‑office projections above $1 billion.

Overview

  • After its second weekend the film has earned roughly $639.6–640 million worldwide, with an estimated $87 million in North America for weekend two according to industry trackers.
  • Premium formats are accounting for a large share of sales, with IMAX reported at about $140 million globally and 70mm/PLF showings selling out in many markets.
  • Universal confirmed a high‑quality unauthorized copy circulated online late last week and said it immediately activated takedown protocols to remove the bootleg and pursue remedies.
  • The Odyssey has strong regional runs—India crossed the Rs 100 crore net threshold (trade estimates place India net at ~Rs 108.2 crore and gross at ~Rs 129 crore)—helping the global total.
  • Analysts now project a $1 billion-plus finish, some estimating $1.1–1.3 billion, and the film’s box‑office durability and awards buzz will be tested next weekend by Spider‑Man: Brand New Day.