Imax China Set for Major 'Odyssey' Launch on 800 Screens

WHO:

Variety - Imax China CEO Daniel Manwaring

WHAT:

Reddit Movies - "The Odyssey" topped the box office on its second weekend with $90 million, dropping just 27.1%, marking the best ever second weekend drop for a $100+ million opener.

Reddit Movies - "The Odyssey" has earned an incredible $289.3 million domestically through 10 days, just $40.6 million away from overtaking the lifetime gross of "Oppenheimer" ($330 million).

Reddit Movies - The film is expected to pass the $1 billion milestone, becoming the third R-rated film and Nolan's third film to hit that mark.

Variety - Imax China is preparing to dedicate nearly 800 screens to the film "The Odyssey."

Variety - The film is directed by Christopher Nolan.

Variety - Audience anticipation for the release is described as "enormous."

WHERE:

Variety - The film will open in mainland China.

WHEN:

Variety - "The Odyssey" is set to open on August 14.

WHY:

Variety - The anticipation for the release is attributed to the "Christopher Nolan Effect."

HOW:

Reddit Movies - In IMAX, "The Odyssey" has earned $78 million domestically and $62 million overseas, totaling $140 million worldwide.

Variety - Imax China is preparing a full rollout across its nearly 800-screen network.

(UPDATED July 28, 2026 00:19 UTC)

"The Odyssey" has topped the box office for its second weekend, bringing in an impressive $90 million while experiencing the best ever second weekend drop for a film that opened with over $100 million. The film has already earned $289.3 million domestically in just ten days, putting it only $40.6 million away from surpassing the lifetime gross of "Oppenheimer." With a total of $140 million from IMAX screenings alone, "The Odyssey" is on track to become the third R-rated film and the third from director Nolan to cross the $1 billion milestone.

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(UPDATED July 27, 2026 14:56 UTC)

Imax China is gearing up for the release of "The Odyssey," directed by Christopher Nolan, with plans to dedicate nearly 800 screens across mainland China. Audience anticipation is described as enormous, largely due to what is being called the "Christopher Nolan Effect." The film is set to open on August 14, promising an exciting cinematic experience for fans.