Universal and Syncopy’s 'The Odyssey' Becomes the Highest Grossing Film of Christopher Nolan’s Career

'The Odyssey' is one of three Universal movies this year to gross $1b globally and one of the top five highest grossing films of 2026.

August 10, 2026

Following the historic box office success and awards season performance of Oppenheimer, Universal reunited with filmmaker Christopher Nolan, producer Emma Thomas and their team at Syncopy to tackle the most epic story ever told: The Odyssey. Within the first month of its release, the film has captivated audiences and become the highest grossing film of Christopher Nolan’s career with a global gross of $1,104,805.

"Christopher Nolan has earned audiences’ trust by consistently delivering must-see theatrical events, and The Odyssey is him operating at the peak of his powers. Nolan’s epic film has been at the forefront of culture, with audiences seeking out premium formats and repeat viewings for this once-in-a-lifetime cinematic journey.”

– Jim Orr, President of Domestic Theatrical Distribution at Universal Pictures

In addition to earning the best critical reviews of Nolan’s career, The Odyssey received an A CinemaScore and a 97% Audience Score on Rotten Tomatoes. The film has been embraced not only by his dedicated fanbase, but by fans of the film’s all-star cast, and moviegoers craving big-screen spectacle of the highest order. The film continues to pick up new audiences along the way as it extends its theatrical run.

"A singular filmmaker with the international following of Christopher Nolan is uniquely fit to adapt Homer’s ancient poem, which is one of the most influential and well-known stories in the world. The Odyssey is a global epic that has resonated with audiences everywhere with its massive scope and uncompromising vision.”

– Veronika Kwan Vandenberg, President of Distribution at Universal Pictures International

The Odyssey | Official Countdown Trailer

The Odyssey debuted at No. 1 globally and remained in the top position for two consecutive weekends both domestically and internationally. It is currently the highest grossing R-rated film of 2026 both domestically and globally, and the highest grossing film of Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, and Robert Pattinson’s careers globally.

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