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We're less than 100 days out from Avengers: Doomsday and it's already made $40 million
Avengers: Doomsday has already achieved a record-breaking $40 million in domestic pre-sales in the US, 100 days before its December 18, 2026 release. This strong performance suggests it could potentially surpass Avengers: Endgame's worldwide gross. The film faces competition from Dune: Part 3 and will see a re-release of Endgame on September 25.
The Avengers: Endgame Encore trailer has Marvel fans wondering how the new footage "won't feel shoehorned…
Avengers: Endgame is returning to theaters with a special "Encore" edition featuring four minutes of new footage and additional teases for fans. The added content is speculated to set up the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday, with fans discussing how the new scenes will be integrated into the film. The special edition is set to release on September 25, 2026.
Out of the Blue
The author discusses their recent decision to return to movie theaters, specifically highlighting their experience seeing Spider-Man: Brand New Day. This outing was undertaken with a sense of urgency.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day is coming to IMAX very soon after missing out thanks to The Odyssey
Spider-Man: Brand New Day is coming to IMAX screens in the US starting August 7, with tickets on sale August 4. The film has already achieved significant success in IMAX internationally, grossing $23 million in Japan, South Korea, and China. IMAX CEO Rich Gelfond expressed optimism about the film's continued performance in the format, noting the strong year for cinema bolstered by both this film and The Odyssey.
What is the best way to watch The Odyssey in theaters?
This guide details the best ways to experience Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" in theaters, emphasizing premium large formats like IMAX 70mm and Dolby Vision. The article highlights that Nolan shot the entire film on IMAX film, making formats like IMAX 70mm the definitive viewing experience due to unparalleled detail and immersion, though these are rare. Other formats like IMAX digital, 70mm, 35mm, and Dolby Vision are also discussed as strong alternatives.
The Odyssey's runtime had to stay under three hours because of IMAX limitations
Director Christopher Nolan's new film, The Odyssey, had to adhere to IMAX's three-hour runtime limitation due to technical constraints with film platters, despite Nolan's attempts to extend it. IMAX mentor David Keighley enforced this limit, which is necessary for the projection system and audience throughput in IMAX theaters worldwide. The film is set to release on July 17.
Steven Spielberg says it's "okay" to watch a "first-run movie on a screen in your home" but draws the line at "very tiny" smartphone screens
Director Steven Spielberg has softened his stance on streaming, stating it's acceptable to watch first-run movies on home screens, though he still prefers the theatrical experience. He emphasized the importance of communal viewing and cautioned against watching films on small smartphone screens. Spielberg's company, Amblin, has produced content for Netflix, though he has not personally directed for a streaming giant.
