Christopher Nolan’s epic The Odyssey has officially become the highest-grossing R-rated film of all time, surging past the previous benchmark set by Marvel’s Deadpool & Wolverine. With a global box-office collection of $1.352 billion, the Universal Pictures venture has achieved remarkable commercial success, driven by an impressive $516 million haul across North America and over $835 million from international territories.
Driven by exceptional word-of-mouth endorsement, critical acclaim, and unprecedented demand for premium large-format screenings, the feature has steadily built its commanding financial lead over several weeks.
The nearly three-hour adaptation of Homer’s ancient Greek poem, starring Matt Damon in the titular role of Odysseus, came to cinemas on July 17 with a strong $123.5 million domestic debut.