However, even judged against past standards, The Odyssey hascome out on top: this weekend, it became Nolan’s highest-grossing film of all time. It cleared $1.1 billion at the global box office, beating out The Dark Knight Rises’ $1.08 billion (not adjusted for inflation). The movie’s popularity in IMAX theaters and 70mm specifically is undoubtedly part of its box office staying power. Alongside Spider-Man: Brand New Day, which has already hit $1.67 billion, The Odyssey has helped make 2026 a comeback year for the film industry. The domestic box office is well on its way to a $10 billion year for the first time since before the COVID-19 pandemic began.