The Odyssey Becomes Highest-Grossing R-Rated Movie Ever, Dethrones Deadpool & Wolverine

By Sunit Jangir
August 21, 2026 at 2:23 PM IST
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The Odyssey is the highest-grossing film in Christopher Nolan's filmography, and now, it has become the highest-grossing adult-rated movie of all-time. The movie is expected to finish its run with $1.7+ billion.

The Odyssey Becomes Highest-Grossing R-Rated Movie Ever, Dethrones Deadpool & Wolverine

Mumbai, August 21 - Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey has achieved another major box-office milestone, surpassing Deadpool & Wolverine to become the highest-grossing R-rated movie of all time worldwide. The achievement adds another record to the film's extraordinary theatrical run and further cements Nolan’s latest epic as one of the biggest global blockbusters of 2026.

The Odyssey has now grossed approximately $1.352 billion worldwide, surpassing Deadpool & Wolverine, which finished its theatrical run at around $1.338 billion. Nolan's film has collected roughly $516.3 million in North America and more than $835 million internationally, with its global run continuing to benefit from strong overseas performance.

The record was previously held by Deadpool & Wolverine, which had itself become the highest-grossing R-rated movie ever after surpassing Joker. The Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman starrer ultimately closed its worldwide run at approximately $1.338 billion, setting a benchmark that has now been eclipsed by Nolan's epic, which is also the director's highest-grossing film. In India, the movie has grossed around 217 crores ($22.60 million).

Ryan Reynolds has also reacted to the changing of the guard with his trademark humour. The Deadpool & Wolverine star acknowledged The Odyssey taking the record, adding a playful touch to what has become another significant chapter in the history of R-rated cinema. With The Odyssey still playing in theatres, its final worldwide total could climb further. More importantly, Nolan's film has demonstrated the enormous global theatrical potential of an adult-rated original epic, while raising the bar for future R-rated blockbusters.

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Hollywood The Odyssey Deadpool & Wolverine Christopher Nolan Ryan Reynolds Matt Damon Tom Holland Anne Hathaway
Published on August 21, 2026 at 8:53 AM

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