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Christopher Nolan is finishing promotion for 'The Odyssey,' which opens in Japan on September 11, 2026, with a making-of book, a new IMAX camera, and a tie-in Roblox game already released. His 2014 film 'Interstellar' will screen in Tokyo with a live orchestra on September 26, 2026.
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Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' is the center of his current activity, with a coordinated rollout that spans film technology, merchandise, and publishing. IMAX built a new 70mm film camera, called Keighley, with input from Nolan and cinematographer Hoyte van Hoytema, and used it to shoot the film. It is the first feature film shot entirely with IMAX film cameras. The film releases in Japan on September 11, 2026, with early IMAX screenings from September 4 to 10 and simultaneous release in six formats and nine versions.
Marketing around the film has been aggressive. IMAX created a $50 popcorn bucket shaped like an IMAX film camera, which sold out quickly after online sales began on June 4. Universal launched an official Roblox game, 'The Odyssey: Defy the Gods,' rated 18+ on Roblox, ahead of the film. Genkosha will publish 'The Odyssey: Inside Christopher Nolan's Film Production' on September 11, the same day as the Japanese theatrical opening, continuing its run of Nolan production volumes.
Nolan's older work also remains in demand in Japan. 'The Dark Knight' gets a one-week IMAX Laser run at Grand Cinema Sunshine Ikebukuro from August 21 to August 27, with some scenes in 1.43:1 aspect ratio. 'Interstellar' will be screened in full at Tokyo International Forum on September 26, 2026, with a live performance of Hans Zimmer's score by the Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra.
Key facts
- The Odyssey Japanese release date
- September 11, 2026 ↗
- Making-of book publisher
- Genkosha ↗
- New IMAX camera name
- Keighley ↗
- First feature shot entirely with IMAX film cameras
- The Odyssey ↗
- The Dark Knight IMAX Laser run venue
- Grand Cinema Sunshine Ikebukuro ↗
- The Dark Knight IMAX Laser run dates
- August 21 to August 27 ↗
- Roblox tie-in game title
- The Odyssey: Defy the Gods ↗
- Interstellar live concert date
- September 26, 2026 ↗
- Popcorn bucket price
- $50 ↗
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A special video for Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey,' which opens September 11, reveals the behind-the-scenes of the first feature film shot entirely in IMAX. Nolan has wanted to shoot this way since age 16, but the camera's loud drive noise made recording quiet dialogue nearly impossible. IMAX engineers built a new camera with a carbon soundproofing blimp, nicknamed 'The Keely,' that weighs about 135 kg and required a six-person crew and mirrors on set.
5d ago
Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' will hold a Tokyo Premiere on September 10, the day before its nationwide release on September 11. The event will feature simultaneous screenings in five formats across five Tokyo venues, a historic first. The IMAX screening at Grand Cinema Sunshine Ikebukuro will include a secret guest appearance.
Aug 21
Genkosha will publish 'The Odyssey: Inside Christopher Nolan's Film Production' on September 11, the same day the film opens in Japanese theaters. The 280-page B4 variant book, priced at 7,150 yen, covers production from script to completion with interviews, set photos, and concept art, including the life-sized Trojan Horse.
Aug 15
IMAX developed a new 70mm film camera called Keighley, with input from Christopher Nolan and cinematographer Hoyte van Hoytema. It was used to shoot Nolan's 'The Odyssey,' which is set for release in Japan on September 11, 2026. The camera combines film quality with digital-era functionality.
Aug 14
Grand Cinema Sunshine Ikebukuro will screen Christopher Nolan's The Dark Knight in IMAX Laser from August 21 to August 27, a one-week limited engagement. Some scenes will play in IMAX's 1.43:1 aspect ratio, a format available in Japan only at this theater and 109 Cinemas Osaka Expo City. Tickets go on sale with tiered advance windows.
Aug 8
Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' will hold IMAX early screenings from September 4 to 10, ahead of its September 11 release. The film also gets simultaneous release in six formats and nine versions, including IMAX, Dolby Cinema, 4DX, MX4D, and 35mm, with special visuals released for each.
Jul 8
The final US trailer for Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' has been released, along with the announcement of simultaneous IMAX screenings. The film, an adaptation of the ancient Greek epic, stars Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Robert Pattinson, Lupita Nyong'o, Zendaya, and Charlize Theron. It is the first feature film shot entirely with IMAX film cameras.
Jul 1
Universal Pictures has released 'The Odyssey: Defy the Gods,' the official Roblox game for Christopher Nolan's upcoming film 'Odyssey,' on Roblox and other platforms. The multiplayer nautical action-adventure game lets players sail with companions, gather supplies, and overcome obstacles like storms and whirlpools. An event offers the limited gold avatar item 'Helmet of Agamemnon.' The game carries an 18+ age rating on Roblox.
Jun 10
Christopher Nolan's 2014 film Interstellar will be screened in full at Tokyo International Forum on September 26, 2026, with a live performance of Hans Zimmer's score by the Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra. Conductor Matt Dunkley and organist Charlie Andrews travel to Japan for the event. Advance tickets went on sale June 10.
Jun 5
To promote Christopher Nolan's film 'The Odyssey', IMAX has created a popcorn bucket shaped like an IMAX film camera. Priced at $50, it sold out quickly after online sales began on June 4. The bucket includes a viewfinder showing a scene from the film in IMAX aspect ratio.