Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey has officially sailed into the record books, becoming the highest-grossing film in Universal Pictures' 114-year history. The epic adaptation of Homer's classic poem has amassed a staggering $1.631 billion at the global box office, surpassing the previous record held by Jurassic World ($1.670 billion). With the film still playing in theaters and adding new IMAX screenings, it's only a matter of time before it cements its place as the studio's all-time champion.
From the moment it was announced, The Odyssey carried immense expectations. Following the critical and commercial triumph of Oppenheimer—which swept the Oscars and grossed nearly $1 billion—Nolan's next project was always going to be a major event. But even the most optimistic projections didn't anticipate this level of dominance. The film has not only become Nolan's highest-grossing movie by a wide margin but also one of the fastest to cross the billion-dollar mark.
The star-studded cast has been a major draw. Matt Damon leads as Odysseus, with Tom Holland as his son Telemachus and Anne Hathaway as Penelope. Holland's first collaboration with Nolan has been highly anticipated, while Damon and Hathaway are reuniting with the director after their work on Interstellar. Damon also had a key role in Oppenheimer, making this a familiar partnership that audiences have embraced.
The film's box office performance is particularly impressive given its nearly two-month theatrical run. Demand for IMAX screenings, especially in the 70mm format, remains exceptionally high, prompting Universal to continue adding showtimes. This sustained interest is a testament to Nolan's ability to create cinematic experiences that demand the big screen.
While The Odyssey is still dominating theaters, fans are already looking ahead to its home release. Universal has announced that the film will arrive on VOD platforms like Prime Video and Apple TV on November 19. After a few months of digital exclusivity, it will then make its streaming debut on Peacock, the studio's primary streaming home. An exact Peacock release date hasn't been confirmed yet, but given the film's massive popularity, it's expected to be one of the biggest streaming premieres ever.
This record-breaking run is a reminder of Nolan's unique ability to blend spectacle with substance. His films consistently push the boundaries of what audiences expect from blockbuster cinema, and The Odyssey is no exception. As it continues to shatter records, it also reinforces the enduring appeal of epic storytelling on the big screen.
For those who haven't yet experienced the journey, The Odyssey is still playing in theaters. And for more on Nolan's future projects and box office updates, stay tuned to Collider.
