Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" is set to return to theaters on December 11, with screenings planned for over 1,000 cinemas across the United States and Canada. The film will be shown on IMAX screens, including those equipped with the 70MM IMAX format.
This theatrical re-release is positioned ahead of the upcoming awards season, likely aimed at generating renewed buzz for Oscar nominations. "The Odyssey" has already achieved significant box office success, grossing $1.8 billion worldwide and becoming the highest-grossing R-rated film in history. However, its total may not reach $2 billion, as "Dune Part 3" is scheduled to take over premium format screens on December 18, and "Avengers: Doomsday" is also expected to draw considerable attention.
"The Odyssey" is considered a strong contender for major awards, with potential nominations anticipated for Best Picture, Best Actor for Matt Damon, and Best Director for Christopher Nolan. The film's performance could follow the success of Nolan's previous film, "Oppenheimer," which dominated the Oscars in 2023. Historically, back-to-back directorial wins are rare but not unprecedented, as seen with Alejandro González Iñárritu in 2014 and 2015.
December will be a busy month for moviegoers, with the return of "The Odyssey" alongside major releases like "Dune" and "Avengers." For those preferring to watch at home, "The Odyssey" is also slated for home video release later this month.