# Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey Sets Record

- Topic: cinema
- Source: Deadline
- Published: 2026-07-25
- Original: https://deadline.com/2026/07/box-office-the-odyssey-motor-city-her-private-hell-hadestown-1237002537/
- Language: en
- Image: https://deadline.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Screenshot-2026-07-16-at-2.38.14-PM-e1784239172597.png

The Odyssey has become the highest-grossing second weekend for director Christopher Nolan, surpassing his previous record set by The Dark Knight. The film's success can be attributed to its strong performance in enhanced formats, including IMAX and PLFs. The movie's second weekend earnings are expected to reach $84.5 million.

## Key takeaways

- The Odyssey has broken Christopher Nolan's previous record for the highest-grossing second weekend.
- The film's success can be attributed to its strong performance in enhanced formats, including IMAX and PLFs.
- The movie's second weekend earnings are expected to reach $84.5 million.

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