“The Odyssey” achieved a strong opening weekend, earning $124.5 million domestically and $264.1 million worldwide. The film's success is notable given its source material – the centuries-old poem commonly read in schools – being adapted into a blockbuster movie.
The film defied expectations by grossing $124.5 million domestically, coupled with an impressive $264.1 million globally. A significant portion of this revenue came from IMAX screenings, which contributed a remarkable $52 million to the total domestic haul.
The success is considered unusual because “The Odyssey” is a centuries-old poem that many students have been required to read in school. The strong ticket sales demonstrate the appeal of the director and the film’s adaptation, turning classic literature into a commercially successful popcorn movie.
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