Christopher Nolan's latest film, 'Odyssey,' surpassed 1 million viewers just four days after its release. It maintained the top spot at the weekend box office, narrowly edging out 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' and igniting competition in the summer theater scene.
According to the integrated ticketing system on August 9, 'Odyssey' attracted 525,336 viewers on August 8 alone, securing the number one position at the box office. The cumulative audience now stands at 1,376,787.
'Odyssey' has held the box office lead since its opening day, surpassing 1 million viewers by the morning of August 8. According to the distributor, this achievement came a day earlier than Nolan's previous film, 'Oppenheimer,' which drew 16.9 million viewers.
The weekend box office was competitive. 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' ranked second, drawing 513,897 viewers on the same day, bringing its total to 5,447,888. The viewer difference between 'Odyssey' and 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' was just 11,439.
In third place was the animated film 'Love's Hachuping: The Legend of the Whale Gem,' which attracted 124,125 viewers, with a cumulative total of 310,157.
The success of 'Odyssey' aligns with the current trends in the summer box office. Earlier, 'Hope' reignited interest in Korean films, while 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' surpassed 5 million viewers, drawing in summer audiences. With the strong demand for large-screen viewings, 'Odyssey' has contributed to a competitive landscape in August.
'Odyssey' depicts the ten-year journey of the hero Odysseus, who leads the Greeks to victory in the Trojan War and strives to return to his homeland of Ithaca, where his wife Penelope awaits. Based on Homer's epic 'The Odyssey,' the film explores themes of human will, homecoming, and the conflict between gods and humans, all presented in Nolan's signature grand style.
The film's success has also been bolstered by a promotional visit to South Korea. Prior to its release, director Christopher Nolan, producer Emma Thomas, and actors Matt Damon and Charlize Theron visited the country to promote the film, which opened at number one, surpassing 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' from the first day.
Audience reactions have been positive. According to the distributor, 'Odyssey' has achieved a CGV Egg Index of 97% and a Naver rating of 9.4 since its release. Interest in special screenings, including IMAX, continues, making the second-week performance crucial.
Meanwhile, 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' is an action blockbuster that follows Peter Parker, who has been forgotten by everyone since 'Spider-Man: No Way Home,' as he confronts a mysterious enemy who remembers his identity. The film depicts Peter Parker, who gains uncontrollable powers due to DNA mutation, as he faces new threats to protect his loved ones.
Directed by Destin Daniel Cretton, the film stars Tom Holland, Zendaya Coleman, Sadie Sink, Jacob Batalon, Jon Bernthal, Tramel Tillman, Michael Mando, and Mark Ruffalo.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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