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Odyssey Leak Shocks Hollywood, Film Thrives
30 Jul
Summary
- An unapproved version of 'The Odyssey' circulated widely on X over the weekend.
- Universal Pictures confirmed the leak and initiated takedown protocols.
- Despite the leak, the film has achieved a global box office of USD 666.7 million.
Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey,' starring Matt Damon, faced a significant digital piracy challenge when a full, high-definition version of the film was widely circulated on X (formerly Twitter) on Saturday, July 25, 2026. This unauthorized leak garnered millions of engagements within hours before Universal Pictures intervened with takedown protocols.
A lower-quality version also briefly appeared on X the following day. Universal Pictures stated they are taking copyright infringement seriously and pursuing appropriate remedies. Despite these incidents, 'The Odyssey,' released on July 17, 2026, continues its strong performance in cinemas.
The ambitious adaptation of Homer's epic, filmed on 70mm, has already grossed USD 666.7 million globally as of July 29, 2026, against a USD 250 million budget. Industry analysts believe the piracy is unlikely to significantly impact its overall box office success.
