According to Variety, the British Film Institute’s BFI IMAX released an additional batch of seats on Friday, only for demand to overwhelm the ticketing system once again.
The Odyssey’s IMAX Frenzy Shows No Signs of Slowing Down
The new tickets went on sale at 2 p.m. local time for screenings at the BFI IMAX in London, home to the largest IMAX screen in the United Kingdom. Reports quickly emerged of tens of thousands of moviegoers waiting in the virtual queue, while the cinema later confirmed that every available ticket had been purchased in less than 30 minutes. The surge in traffic also caused the venue’s website to crash during the sale.
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The latest rush follows a series of milestones for the theater, which has become one of the most sought-after destinations for audiences hoping to experience the title in its premium 70 mm IMAX presentation.
Written and directed by Christopher Nolan, “The Odyssey” adapts Homer’s classic Greek epic with Matt Damon leading an ensemble cast that also includes Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Robert Pattinson, Zendaya, Lupita Nyong’o, Charlize Theron, Samantha Morton, and John Leguizamo. The production also marked a technical milestone as the first feature filmed entirely with IMAX 70 mm cameras.
The strong demand for premium screenings mirrors the picture’s broader commercial performance. Since opening in July, the hit has earned more than $720 million worldwide, becoming one of 2026’s highest-grossing releases while continuing to draw audiences eager to see Nolan’s latest film in its intended large-format presentation.
