Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' Shatters BFI Imax First-Day Ticket Sales Record

Christopher Nolan's upcoming epic 'The Odyssey' has set a new first-day ticket sales record at London's BFI Imax, the U.K.'s largest screen, selling 28,000 tickets and grossing £750,000 ($1 million) in the first 24 hours, according to Variety. The film, a mythological adaptation, surpassed previous BFI Imax records held by 'Dune: Part Two' (£366,000) and Nolan's own 'Oppenheimer' (£254,000), as reported by Deadline.

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"Four opening weekend screenings had already sold out in under an hour a year in advance, including a special midnight showing."

This early demand, noted by both outlets, underscores the intense anticipation for Nolan's latest project, which is still a year from release. The BFI Imax, known for hosting Nolan's preferred large-format presentations, has become a barometer for his films' commercial pull.

Variety reported that the £750,000 figure translates to roughly $1 million, highlighting the global interest in the film. The record-breaking sales follow a pattern of strong pre-sales for Nolan's work, with 'Oppenheimer' having previously set a benchmark at the same venue.

"The venue sold 28,000 tickets in the first 24 hours, generating £750,000 ($1 million)."

This performance suggests that 'The Odyssey' could be one of the year's biggest theatrical events, building on Nolan's track record of drawing audiences to Imax screens. The film's early sellouts, including a midnight screening, indicate a fervent fanbase eager to experience the epic on the largest possible canvas.