Nolan's Odyssey earns $87M second weekend, $640M global

Christopher Nolan's historical epic "The Odyssey" delivered a powerful second weekend at the global box office, cementing its status as a major commercial success. For the three-day period ending July 26, 2026, the film earned an estimated $87 million from domestic theaters, a decline of just 30 percent from its opening. This marks the best second weekend ever for a Nolan film, surpassing the $75.2 million second frame of 2008's "The Dark Knight" when not adjusted for inflation.

The film's global total now stands at approximately $639.6 million, with $128.3 million coming from international markets this past weekend. A significant portion of the earnings continues to be driven by premium formats. IMAX screens alone contributed $48 million globally, with the coveted 70mm IMAX showings, available at only 41 locations worldwide, adding $5.2 million. The company reported that most 70mm showtimes are sold out through September.

Analysts noted the film's strong hold is rare for a blockbuster that opened above $100 million and is the second-best for an R-rated film, trailing only "Deadpool & Wolverine." The performance has led theaters worldwide to add showtimes to meet sustained...