‘The Odyssey’ becomes Universal’s highest-grossing film
An adaptation of Homer's ancient Greek epic, the film has surpassed US$1.677 billion worldwide, beating the 2015 adventure film Jurassic World.
The Odyssey has become Universal Pictures' highest-grossing film of all time, surpassing Jurassic World's record. The 3-hour epic adaptation of Homer's ancient Greek epic, starring Matt Damon as Odysseus, grossed an estimated US$1.685 billion worldwide this weekend. This achievement marks the 12th highest-grossing film globally and the third-biggest non-franchise title in history.
Director Christopher Nolan, known for blockbusters like Tenet, Dunkirk, and Interstellar, achieved a milestone with The Odyssey, making it his highest-grossing film to date. The film's success also solidified its status as a generational event, garnering praise from critics and Oscar-winning filmmaker Nolan himself.
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