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IMAX Soars as Odyssey Delivers Record July Box Office

Aug 3, 2026, 12:32 PM EDT2 sourcesAI-analyzed

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Surging July box office and Odyssey-driven IMAX receipts indicate strong demand and potential for higher utilization and ticket sales; the limited US 70mm footprint could lift pricing power, at least in the near term, as major markets roll out.

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IMAX reports July box office of $257 million, with Odyssey contributing $221 million in IMAX receipts, the fastest to clear $200 million globally. The film was shot entirely on IMAX 70mm and has limited US availability (25 theaters), which may amplify demand as China, Japan and Korea launches approach. CEO Rich Gelfond says the trajectory could shatter IMAX box-office records.

IMAX shares hit new all-time high near $51, July box office record.
July global box office rose to $257M, strongest in IMAX history.
Odyssey generated $221M IMAX receipts and fastest to $200M globally.
US Odyssey rollout limited to 25 theaters; some screenings sold out.
Gelfond calls Odyssey defying gravity; expects record-breaking trajectory.

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