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Nolan's 'Odyssey' opens with $264M
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by DAWN CHMIELEWSKIReuters , Waco Tribune-Herald
· July 20, 2026
· 1 min read
LOS ANGELES — Director Christopher Nolan's adaptation of "The Odyssey" grossed $264.1 million in global ticket sales on its opening weekend, including $124.5 million in the U.S. and Canada, Universal Pictures said Sunday.
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Key takeaway 1 million in global ticket sales on its opening weekend, including $124.
Why this matters in The Waco
The massive opening weekend of Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" is likely to have a ripple effect on local movie theaters in Waco. With $124.5 million in ticket sales in the U.S. and Canada, it's probable that a significant portion of that revenue came from Texas theaters, including those in McLennan County. This could be a welcome boost to the local economy, as moviegoers flock to see the highly anticipated film. The success of big-budget movies like "The Odyssey" can also have a positive impact on the local film industry, potentially attracting more productions to the area and creating jobs for crew members and other support staff. As the film continues to draw in audiences, it will be interesting to see how local theaters capitalize on its success and whether it will lead to an increase in foot traffic for nearby businesses.
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Published: July 20, 2026 ·
Source: Waco Tribune-Herald ·
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What is this story about? LOS ANGELES — Director Christopher Nolan's adaptation of "The Odyssey" grossed $264.1 million in global ticket sales on its opening weekend, including $124.5 million in the U.S. and Canada, Universal Pictures said Sunday.
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