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The Odyssey Tops $1.35 Billion to Become Nolan’s Biggest and the Highest‑Grossing R‑Rated Film

Universal set a concurrent Digital/4K Ultra HD Blu‑ray release for November 17 to begin the film’s home‑media revenue phase.

Overview

  • The Odyssey has earned roughly $1.35–$1.36 billion worldwide, placing it above Christopher Nolan’s previous top earners and making it the highest‑grossing R‑rated film on record.
  • Domestically the film has passed The Dark Knight but still trails Deadpool & Wolverine by about $97.7 million, with industry trackers projecting a final U.S. total in the mid‑to‑high $500 millions.
  • The film’s box office run was driven by premium exhibition: IMAX and 70mm screenings raised average ticket revenue and encouraged repeat viewings that pushed global totals upward.
  • China’s mid‑August release and strong IMAX runs in markets such as India materially increased the international cume while new tentpoles in North America led to some screen losses.
  • Universal’s November 17 Digital and 4K/Ultra HD Blu‑ray launch starts the next revenue phase and, combined with planned awards campaigning or potential theatrical reissues, could add to the film’s late returns.