Christopher Nolan’s next big movie, The Odyssey, is going on a surprise pre-launch trip. IMAX tickets for its July 17, 2026, premiere go on sale exactly one year before the movie comes out. Fans may now buy tickets to certain IMAX 70 mm theaters across the world. This shows that Nolan’s event-film concept and the format’s immersive appeal are working.
Key Takeaways
- Tickets for IMAX 70 mm screenings go live on 17 July 2025, a full year ahead of release.
- Only selected IMAX theatres (around 30 worldwide) with 70 mm projectors will participate.
- Limited showtimes and seats have already begun selling out within minutes.
- Standard and other premium format tickets will be released closer to July 2026.
Early Launch of IMAX 70 mm Tickets
Universal Pictures and IMAX have stated that people can reserve exclusive 70 mm screenings of The Odyssey starting on July 17, 2025. This one-time move only affects IMAX 70 mm theaters, which is filmmaker Nolan’s favorite way to show size and detail.
Nolan’s 2023 smash Oppenheimer, on the other hand, only played in 19 IMAX 70 mm theaters in the US and 11 theaters in other countries. The Odyssey is expected to have a similar, very selective release, making each showing feel like a big deal.
Not many available and a lot of demand
Tickets that went on sale online and at box offices have already sold out for some shows in only a few minutes. There are fewer than three dozen IMAX 70 mm theaters in the world, therefore movie fans should act quickly:
Look at the IMAX listings in your area on July 17, 2025.
Make booking a priority as soon as the window opens.
Get ready for competition like you would for a big concert or sneaker drop.
Nolan’s Marketing Guide
Christopher Nolan’s marketing strategies have always turned trips to the movies into cultural events:
- IMAX trailers for his Batman movies.
- Oppenheimer countdown on YouTube live.
- Exclusive teaser trailer before screenings of Jurassic World: Rebirth and Superman.
The early ticket drop for The Odyssey builds excitement and shows how much Universal trusts Nolan’s ability to make money at the box office after Oppenheimer made $975 million and won Best Picture.
What to Look Forward To
Closer to the July 2026 release date, when post-production is almost done, regular IMAX and standard format tickets will be available. Nolan’s concentration on the theater experience makes it likely that the full teaser will stay confined to theaters until shortly before the movie comes out. Meanwhile, rumors of sightings on site in Scotland suggest a huge, star-studded adventure with Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Zendaya, and others.
As The Odyssey makes its way toward what looks like the best movie journey of 2026, stay tuned for further news.
Sources
- Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ Opening Up IMAX Ticket Sales a Year Early, MovieWeb.
- PSA: Tickets for Chris Nolan’s 2026 ‘Odyssey’ go on sale Thursday, Vanyaland.
- The Odyssey tickets to release one year prior to release, Indulgexpress.
- ‘The Odyssey’ Tickets Go on Sale a Year Before Christopher Nolan Film Opens, Variety.
- The Odyssey IMAX Tickets Are Officially On Sale One Year Early & They’re Already Selling Out, Screen Rant.