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Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ storms the box office with a $264.1 million global debut
Summary by The Miami Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Rubén Rosario , WSVN 7 News
· July 20, 2026
· 5 min read
NEW YORK (AP) — Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” launched with an estimated $124.5 million in domestic ticket sales and another $139.6 million from overseas, notching an even better debut than “Oppenheimer” and marking the filmmaker’s best opening since 2012’s “The Dark Knight Rises.” Nolan flexed
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Key takeaway 6 million from overseas, notching an even better debut than “Oppenheimer” and marking the filmmaker’s best opening since 2012’s “The Dark Knight Rises.
Why this matters in The Miami
The massive global debut of Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" is likely to have a ripple effect on Miami's cinema scene, with fans of the filmmaker flocking to theaters in neighborhoods like Wynwood and Miami Beach to experience the epic adventure on the big screen. The film's success is also a boon for local IMAX theaters, which are dedicating their screens entirely to "The Odyssey" for three weeks. Given the limited number of IMAX screens that can show the film in 70 mm, Miamians who want to experience the film in this format may need to act quickly to snag tickets. As a major hub for Latin American and Caribbean communities, Miami's cinemas often reflect the diverse tastes of its residents, but the universal appeal of Nolan's films tends to bring people together, making "The Odyssey" a must-see event in the city's cultural calendar.
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Category: food ·
Published: July 20, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
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What is this story about? NEW YORK (AP) — Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” launched with an estimated $124.5 million in domestic ticket sales and another $139.6 million from overseas, notching an even better debut than “Oppenheimer” and marking the filmmaker’s best opening since 2012’s “The Dark Knight Rises.” Nolan flexed
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