'The Odyssey' makes history at global box office for Christopher Nolan

Key Points:

• Christopher Nolan's film The Odyssey has exceeded box office expectations, grossing $264 million globally in its opening weekend, surpassing initial projections of $200 million.
• In North America, the movie earned $124.5 million, marking the third-largest opening of 2026 behind Toy Story 5 and The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, despite its R-rating and adaptation of an ancient Greek epic.
• The film set a new international opening record for Nolan, surpassing The Dark Knight Rises' $249 million and outperforming his 2023 hit Oppenheimer's $180 million debut.
• The Odyssey, with a production budget of $250 million, is the first feature shot entirely with IMAX cameras and is positioned to potentially reach $1 billion at the box office before major competition arrives.
• Critical reception notes admiration for Nolan's ambitious storytelling and modernist take on the classic tale, though some critiques highlight issues with editing, pacing, and emotional depth.