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Universal Pictures and Christopher Nolan have achieved a monumental box office milestone as The Odyssey surpassed the coveted 1 miliar dolar AS mark globally, generating Rp 17,8 triliun and will soon become the filmmaker’s highest-grossing film of all time, surpassing The Dark Knight Rises.
The Bottom Line
- Box Office Apex: The Odyssey has sailed past $1 miliar dolar AS globally, nearing the record of The Dark Knight Rises (2012) to become Christopher Nolan’s top-earning film.
- Global vs. Domestic Split: The feature pulled in 429,7 juta dollar AS domestically alongside 570,3 juta dollar AS internationally, even prior to openings in key markets like China and Japan.
- Universal’s Heavy Hitter: The epic stands as Universal Pictures’ third billion-dollar release of the year, joining industry giants like Michael and Super Mario Galaxy Movie.
Shattering Records Without Nostalgia Bait
Released by Universal Pictures, the sweeping historical-mythological drama crossed the $1 miliar dolar AS threshold on the back of staggering international and domestic holds. To put the trajectory into perspective, the domestic haul sits at 429,7 juta dollar AS (Rp 7,6 triliun), while international territories have contributed a formidable 570,3 juta dollar AS (Rp 10,1 triliun).
Here is the kicker: this triumph occurred before the film even touched several of its most lucrative international footprints. The Odyssey debuted in South Korea on a Wednesday, and its rollout includes an August 14 release in China followed by a September 11 arrival in Japan.
Global Footprint and IMAX Dominance
Domestically, major metropolitan markets like Los Angeles and New York City have reported near-constant sellouts for IMAX auditoriums running straight through October. This theatrical juggernaut shares screens with fierce summer competition, notably going toe-to-toe for premium real estate with Disney and Marvel’s juggernaut Spider-Man: Brand New Day, which currently stands as the highest-grossing film of the year with over pendapatan lebih dari 1,1 miliar dollar AS.
International box office data underscores a truly worldwide appetite for the voyage of Odysseus. The United Kingdom and Ireland lead the overseas charge with 75,3 juta dollar AS in gross revenue. France follows closely at 52,4 juta dollar AS, Italy accounts for 46,9 juta dollar AS, and Germany contributes 35,2 juta dollar AS. Rounding out the top ten international territories are Australia (29,8 juta dollar AS), Mexico (28 juta dollar AS), Spain (27,3 juta dollar AS), India (19,6 juta dollar AS), the Netherlands (13,9 juta dollar AS), and Saudi Arabia (13,1 juta dollar AS).
Universal’s Box Office Monopoly
| Film Title | Global Gross (USD) | Approx. Equivalent (IDR) |
|---|---|---|
| The Odyssey | 1 miliar dolar AS+ | Rp 17,8 triliun |
| Michael | 1,016 miliar dolar AS | Rp 18,1 triliun |
| Super Mario Galaxy Movie | 1,012 miliar dolar AS | Rp 18,0 triliun |
It marks the studio’s third feature to cross the legendary threshold this year, trailing Michael at 1,016 miliar dolar AS and Super Mario Galaxy Movie at 1,012 miliar dolar AS. Furthermore, the film has cemented its place in history as the 65th movie ever to clear 1 miliar dolar AS globally.
Behind the camera, Nolan avoided heavy reliance on CGI, prompting awe-struck reactions from cast members like Tom Holland regarding the tangible, on-location scale of the production. Meanwhile, frequent collaborator Cillian Murphy famously sat this journey out, expressing happiness from the sidelines while an ensemble cast featuring Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, Robert Pattinson, Zendaya, and Lupita Nyong’o brought the shores of Ithaca to life.
The Mythological Scale of Odysseus
The narrative foundation remains as potent as it was millennia ago. Chronicling the decade-long trials of Odysseus, King of Ithaca, as he fights to return home following the Trojan War, the film balances intimate marital drama with terrifying encounters against mythological monsters and divine interference. While Odysseus battles the elements, his wife and son struggle to maintain the Kingdom of Ithaca while awaiting his return.
What are your thoughts on Nolan’s latest box office conquest? Did you manage to secure an IMAX ticket before the autumn rush? Drop your opinions in the comments below.
