India, July 7 -- Christopher Nolan's adaptation of Homer's epic, 'The Odyssey', is currently tracking for a $250 million worldwide opening weekend, potentially marking the largest live-action debut of 2026.
Global Projections and Budget Targets
Early projections from North American trackers suggest a domestic opening between $100 million and $120 million for the July 17 release. Trade insiders anticipate even stronger performance in overseas markets, where Nolan traditionally excels, with forecasts ranging from $120 million to $150 million. With a reported production budget of $250 million, the film requires this blockbuster start to achieve profitability. While conservative estimates place the global start at $220 million, positive critic...