IMAX Corporation Soars with Record-Breaking Second Weekend for *The Odyssey*

On July 27, 2026, IMAX Corporation (NYSE: IMAX) announced a remarkable achievement following the release of Christopher Nolan's much-anticipated film, *The Odyssey*. The film grossed a staggering $48 million globally in its second weekend, marking the highest-grossing second weekend in IMAX history. This performance follows a record-breaking opening weekend, which saw *The Odyssey* earn $52 million, showcasing the film's ability to maintain momentum and capture audience interest.

Despite a minor dip of 8% from its opening weekend, *The Odyssey* significantly contributed to IMAX's third-highest-grossing weekend of all time. The film's total global box office for IMAX now stands at $140 million, accounting for an impressive 21.9% of the film's overall earnings. Notably, *The Odyssey* achieved the milestone of surpassing $100 million in IMAX gross within just 10 days, making it the second-fastest film in IMAX history to do so.

Rich Gelfond, CEO of IMAX, expressed his enthusiasm regarding the film's success, stating, “We knew Christopher Nolan’s *The Odyssey* would continue to play exceptionally well in IMAX, but these results are staggering. The film has crossed over from hit blockbuster to global cultural event.” Gelfond emphasized the film's ability to attract a diverse audience, drawing repeat viewers while introducing new fans to the IMAX experience.

In North America, *The Odyssey* garnered $24 million from only 443 IMAX screens, down just 19% from its opening weekend. This represented a 27.7% market share and established the highest domestic second-weekend IMAX box office in the company’s history. Internationally, the film enjoyed an impressive $24 million across 450 IMAX screens, reflecting a 7% increase from its opening weekend and marking the biggest IMAX weekend ever in the EMEA region.

The film’s extraordinary performance extended throughout the week, setting new IMAX weekday box office records on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, with an average of approximately $11 million in global IMAX box office per day. Particularly noteworthy is the performance of IMAX 70mm Film, which earned $5.2 million over the weekend, averaging an impressive $126,000 per screen. To date, IMAX 70mm Film has generated $16.9 million globally, averaging a remarkable $412,000 per screen and accounting for 12.1% of the film’s total IMAX global box office.

The film continues to roll out globally, with anticipated releases in South Korea on August 5, China on August 14, and Japan on September 11. IMAX is set to maintain the film's availability in 70mm Film locations for at least five weeks, with many venues adding early morning screenings to meet high demand.

*The Odyssey* is groundbreaking not only for its storyline but also for its production techniques. The film is the first-ever theatrical release shot entirely with IMAX Film Cameras, utilizing a next-generation film camera called The Keighley, developed in collaboration with Nolan and his cinematographer, Hoyte van Hoytema. This innovative technology has enabled the production of 2.1 million feet of IMAX film, with each IMAX 70mm Film print weighing approximately 600 pounds and spanning nearly 11 miles in length.

As *The Odyssey* continues to captivate audiences and break records, IMAX Corporation stands at the forefront of this cinematic phenomenon. With its commitment to delivering unparalleled immersive experiences, IMAX is poised for sustained growth and success in the evolving entertainment landscape. The impressive results from *The Odyssey* not only highlight the film's appeal but also signal a promising future for IMAX as a leading platform for blockbuster events and cultural experiences.