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“The Odyssey Becomes Highest-Grossing R-Rated Film Worldwide”

8/20/2026

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Actor Ryan Reynolds notes The Odyssey became the highest-grossing R-rated movie worldwide.
The film earned $1.352 billion globally, overtaking 2024’s Deadpool & Wolverine at $1.338 billion.
IMAX screenings generated $354 million, making it the highest-grossing IMAX release ever.
The Odyssey was the first feature filmed entirely with IMAX cameras.
Domestic box office reached $516 million, while international markets contributed $835 million.

History

Historical Context

In December 2009 James Cameron’s Avatar opened on more than 14,000 screens and, after a record-breaking IMAX run in 178 U.S. theaters, became the first film to exceed $2 billion worldwide by January 31 2010. Its $268.6 million IMAX earnings proved premium formats could dominate box-office revenue. Studios now echo that model, as Ryan Reynolds’ The Odyssey repeats the IMAX-centric strategy, reshaping distribution.

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Story summary

Actor Ryan Reynolds notes The Odyssey became the highest-grossing R-rated movie worldwide.
The film earned $1.352 billion globally, overtaking 2024’s Deadpool & Wolverine at $1.338 billion.
IMAX screenings generated $354 million, making it the highest-grossing IMAX release ever.
The Odyssey was the first feature filmed entirely with IMAX cameras.
Domestic box office reached $516 million, while international markets contributed $835 million.

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