Moviegoers flocked to theaters in a big way this weekend as Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey launched with a spectacular $124.5 million domestic debut, delivering one of the biggest openings of 2026 and another major win for premium large-format exhibition. While Nolan’s epic easily claimed the No. 1 spot, family favorites Moana, Minions & Monsters, and Toy Story 5 continued to generate solid business, giving theaters another healthy weekend fueled by a diverse mix of blockbuster entertainment.
1. The Odyssey — $124.5 Million Opening Weekend
Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey stormed into theaters with an incredible $124.5 million domestic debut, easily claiming the top spot at the weekend box office. Playing in 3,919 locations, the epic adaptation averaged a massive $31,768 per theater, underscoring the film’s strong premium-format demand and broad audience appeal. The opening gives Nolan another blockbuster success and positions The Odyssey as one of the biggest launches of the year, with plenty of momentum heading into its second weekend.
2. Moana — $19 Million
Disney’s Moana continued its impressive theatrical run, sailing to another $19 million in its latest weekend. The animated favorite played in 4,200 theaters, averaging $4,524 per location, while lifting its domestic total to $82.1 million. Although it surrendered the top spot to The Odyssey, the family-friendly adventure continues to show excellent staying power and remains a strong option for audiences looking for animated entertainment.
3. Minions & Monsters — $14.8 Million
Minions & Monsters added $14.8 million over the weekend, matching the gross of Toy Story 5 but edging it out for third place based on the official rankings. The animated comedy earned an average of $4,217 from 3,510 theaters, boosting its domestic haul to $137.6 million. With healthy midweek numbers and continued family interest, the film is well on its way toward another highly successful run for the franchise.
4. Toy Story 5 — $14.8 Million
Pixar’s Toy Story 5 also brought in $14.8 million, averaging $4,353 across 3,400 locations. The latest adventure featuring Woody, Buzz, and the gang has now amassed an outstanding $430.9 million domestically, making it one of the year’s biggest box office performers. While newer releases are beginning to crowd the marketplace, Toy Story 5 continues to demonstrate remarkable staying power and remains a favorite among moviegoers of all ages.
5. Evil Dead Burn — $5 Million
Rounding out the top five, Evil Dead Burn scared up another $5 million in its second weekend. Playing in 3,004 theaters, the horror sequel averaged $1,664 per location, bringing its domestic total to $24.2 million. While the film has naturally cooled following its opening frame, it continues to attract horror fans and should remain a profitable entry for the long-running Evil Dead franchise thanks to its modest production budget.
With The Odyssey now setting the pace, the summer box office continues to show remarkable strength as audiences embrace everything from epic adventures and animated family films to horror. Nolan’s latest looks poised for a lengthy run thanks to exceptional word of mouth and strong IMAX demand, while holdovers like Toy Story 5, Moana, and Minions & Monsters continue proving they have plenty of life left. If this weekend is any indication, the second half of the summer movie season is shaping up to be one of the year’s strongest stretches at the box office.
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| Weekend | Locations | Average | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Odyssey, The | $124,500,000 | 3,919 | $31,768 | $124,500,000 |
| 2 | Moana | $19,000,000 | 4,200 | $4,524 | $82,081,410 |
| 3 | Minions & Monsters | $14,800,000 | 3,510 | $4,217 | 137,584,000 |
| 4 | Toy Story 5 | $14,800,000 | 3,400 | $4,353 | 430,918,566 |
| 5 | Evil Dead Burn | $5,000,000 | 3,004 | $1,664 | $24,151,000 |
| 6 | Invite, The | $3,905,909 | 2,110 | $1,851 | 15,017,889 |
| 7 | Young Washington | $3,678,487 | 2,275 | $1,617 | 41,018,236 |
| 8 | Obsession | $2,500,000 | 1,524 | $1,640 | 258,491,000 |
| 9 | Supergirl | $1,525,000 | 1,572 | $970 | 69,957,000 |
| 10 | Disclosure Day | $1,450,000 | 1,299 | $1,116 | 114,704,000 |
| 11 | Backrooms | $714,828 | 742 | $963 | 195,963,464 |
| 12 | Scary Movie | $255,000 | 225 | $1,133 | 107,992,000 |
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