The Odyssey is breaking new ground by offering IMAX 70mm tickets a full year before its July 17, 2026, release. This unprecedented move by Universal Pictures reflects the immense anticipation for Nolan’s adaptation of Homer’s ancient Greek poem, starring Matt Damon as Odysseus.
The film’s camera work and stunning visuals are going to be the highlight of this mythical epic. Nolan is back with a star studded cast and the early ticket sales have already predicted the film’s upcoming success. After Oppenheimer’s $975 success, is this going to be Nolan’s next blockbuster?
Odyssey’s Early Ticket Sale Strategy
Universal Pictures is breaking new ground by opening up ticketing to The Odyssey a year before its milestone as a theatrical release on July 17, 2025. This first-ever move for a premium blockbuster is directed toward Nolan’s loyal fan base, especially those looking for the IMAX 70mm.
With fewer than 30 IMAX 70mm screens globally, tickets will be sold out extremely fast, illustrating the popularity of Oppenheimer’s high-end performances. Regular ticket pre-orders will find their way onto opening day, but this pre-order is part of what makes the film a cinema event.
Odyssey’s Star Studded Cast and Scaled-Up Scope
The Odyssey has an A-list cast featuring Matt Damon as Odysseus, Tom Holland as Telemachus, and Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, Lupita Nyong’o, Robert Pattinson, Charlize Theron, and Jon Bernthal. The $250m blockbuster was shot on location in Greece, Sicily, Morocco, and beyond, and is Nolan’s most expensive to date.
The movie follows Odysseus’ perilous 10-year journey back home following the Trojan War, battling legendary monsters like Cyclops and Sirens. Nolan’s use of new IMAX technology ensures breathtaking images, which add to the grandeur and pace of the epic.
Fans Reaction To Odyssey’s Cinematic Innovation with IMAX
Nolan Fans have already booked their seats ahead to witness the cinematic experience, flooding social media with their enthusiasm and peak excitement. X users have taken over the platform with tweets.
I bought a ticket for THE ODYSSEY in IMAX 70mm (five hour drive away, let’s go), and it was 85% sold out in the first 20 minutes of sales across the board. Absolutely insane, and it’s a year away right now. The power of Christopher Nolan, man.
— Shaurya Chawla (@_ShauryaChawla) July 17, 2025
Can’t believe Christopher Nolan has me buying tickets for a movie a year in advance 😭 Got some great seats but it’s insane how packed it’s getting already. So excited for Nolan to do Greek mythology 🔥, the teaser is amazing & I need to reread The Illiad & The Odyssey. 2026 is… pic.twitter.com/5AwdC2sIbU
— JaD (@JaDversary) July 17, 2025
Nolan’s commitment to IMAX 70mm film sets The Odyssey apart as the first blockbuster shot entirely in this format. Collaborating with IMAX , Nolan aims to deliver unparalleled visual clarity, immersion and an upcoming hit.
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