Christopher Nolan’s mythological epic The Odyssey has become the highest-grossing film in IMAX history. It has earned more than $534 million globally from IMAX screenings alone. That puts it more than $265 million ahead of James Cameron’s Avatar in the premium-format category.
The film’s continued success deep into its theatrical run points to strong audience demand for the large-format experience. The milestone highlights the success of IMAX’s filmmaker partnerships and reinforces the company’s position in the cinema industry. The film’s performance has helped drive expectations for a record-breaking year for IMAX at the global box office.