‘The Odyssey’ Helps Imax Post Record Revenue, Profit Growth in Third Quarter

Quarterly records and results

Imax’s global box office reached $712 million in the third quarter, compared with $368 million a year earlier. The company attributed the growth to a mix of Hollywood and local-language films, alongside the ongoing recovery in movie theaters.

Revenue increased 64 percent to $174.6 million from $106.7 million. Net income rose to $117.1 million, up from $22.6 million in the same period of 2025.

The Odyssey boosts ticket sales

The 70mm run of Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey generated more than $550 million in premium ticket sales worldwide. Imax said the film helped drive the quarter’s audience demand.

Adjusted EBITDA reached a quarterly record of $121 million, a 133 percent increase from $51.8 million a year earlier. Adjusted earnings per share also set a record, at $2.21 versus 47 cents.

Business lines and upcoming films

Content solutions revenue rose 110 percent to $94 million, supported by higher global box office. Revenue from technology products and services increased 28 percent to $77 million. Imax’s upcoming releases include Dune: Part Three and the Chinese release of Avengers: Doomsday. The company said Dune: Part Three had already generated $30 million in presales, its second-highest total ever.

Expansion and 2027 slate

The company’s 2027 slate includes Star Wars: Starfighter and the Superman sequel Man of Tomorrow, both among films shot with proprietary Imax cameras. Avengers: Secret Wars and the original Star Wars are set for their first presentations in 70mm film.