Nolan's The Odyssey Opens, First IMAX 70mm Feature

Christopher Nolan's epic film adaptation of "The Odyssey" opened in theaters worldwide on July 17, 2026, launching a major cinematic event defined by critical acclaim, strong box office performance, and an unprecedented technical achievement. The film, starring Matt Damon as Odysseus, earned an estimated $17.6 million from Thursday night previews in the United States and delivered a robust opening day internationally, including a gross of approximately 20.76 crore rupees in India, marking one of the biggest Hollywood openings there this year.

The release is distinguished by its status as the first commercial feature ever shot entirely with IMAX 70mm film cameras. This created massive demand for screenings in the true IMAX 70mm format, available in only 41 theaters globally due to the rarity of the required projectors and large-format screens. IMAX CEO Richard Gelfond noted the company had to track down, retrofit, and rebuild decades-old projector units to meet the demand. Each print is roughly 11 miles long and weighs about 600 pounds, requiring specially trained projectionists. The scarcity turned these screenings into event pilgrimages, with tickets selling out far in...