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Google’s 2026 Halloween data reveals a shift toward horror mascots and viral internet phenomena, with 'Buddy the Unicorn' and the squishy toy 'NeeDoh' leading costume searches. While major films like 'Obsession' and 'The Odyssey' drive mainstream interest, industry experts note a broader trend toward 'extraordinary' looks over traditional frightening costumes, with Gen Z and millennials showing higher participation rates.
Zendaya wore a custom Louis Vuitton ivory-lace bolero jacket to the spring/summer 2027 show in Paris, reusing a piece previously seen during her press tour for the film The Odyssey. The actress paired the statement jacket with a casual white tank top and jeans, demonstrating the versatility of the one-of-a-kind garment. This appearance followed a series of ethereal gowns worn during the movie's promotional campaign, including a sculptural piece with feathered wings. Zendaya attended the event with her longtime stylist, Law Roach, amidst a front-row crowd that included Emma Stone and the Haim sisters.
Universal Pictures became the first studio to cross the $5 billion mark at the 2026 global box office, driven by Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey,' 'The Super Mario Galaxy Movie,' and 'Michael.'
Universal Pictures has become the first studio to surpass $5 billion in global box office revenue for 2026, marking the third time in its history to reach this threshold. The milestone was achieved with $1.788 billion in domestic sales and $3.218 billion internationally. This performance is 29% ahead of the studio’s 2025 total and is driven by three of the only five films to exceed $1 billion worldwide this year: 'The Odyssey,' 'The Super Mario Galaxy Movie,' and 'Michael.'
Universal Pictures has become the first studio to exceed $5 billion in global box office revenue for 2026, reaching the milestone with $1.788 billion domestic and $3.218 billion international. This marks the third time in the studio's history it has surpassed $5 billion in a single calendar year, following 2015 and 2017. The achievement is 29% ahead of its 2025 total of $3.89 billion. Key contributors include Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' ($1.73B+), 'The Super Mario Galaxy Movie' ($1B), Lionsgate's 'Michael' ($656.4M international), Focus Features' 'Obsession' ($519M), and Illumination's 'Minions & Monsters' ($523.6M). Universal topped the global weekend box office 11 times this year, and five of its films rank among the top 10 worldwide earners.
The 2026 fall festival season has crystallized the 2027 Oscar race, with 'La Bola Negra' and 'Wild Horse Nine' emerging as top contenders. 'The Odyssey' remains the Best Picture favorite, while Julianne Moore leads the Best Actress race. The TIFF People's Choice Award's historical correlation with Best Picture nominations suggests a wide-open field, though 'Wild Horse Nine' and 'The Debut' missed the podium.
Universal Pictures has decided to campaign Anne Hathaway for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role as Penelope in Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey.' This strategic move places her in a less crowded category than Best Actress and positions the studio to potentially secure two supporting actress nominations from the same film, a rare feat in Oscar history. Hathaway, who previously won the award in 2013, is now a contender for a second win, which would make her only the third woman in history to achieve this milestone.
The 2026 box office is the largest since 2020, driven by a surge in demand for premium formats like 70mm IMAX. As 'Dune: Part 3' and 'Avengers: Doomsday' approach their December 18 release, fans are already securing tickets for massive screens, with some planning hotel stays for early morning screenings. This trend, sparked by 'The Odyssey' and 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day,' prioritizes technical spectacle over traditional marketing, with 70% of top-grossing films this year promoting specific IMAX or 70mm releases.
Practical Magic 2 ended Spider-Man: Brand New Day’s six-week reign at No. 1 with a $30 million domestic opening, but the result fell short of expectations. The sequel, which reunites Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman as the Owens sisters 25 years later, earned a B+ CinemaScore but a 36% Rotten Tomatoes score. Meanwhile, Spider-Man: Brand New Day is on track to become the highest-grossing domestic film of all time, surpassing Star Wars: The Force Awakens. The Odyssey also set a new record for Universal, becoming its highest-grossing film ever with $1.68 billion worldwide.
Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' has officially become the highest-grossing film in Universal Pictures' history, reaching $1.684 billion globally. The film surpassed the previous record holder, 'Jurassic World,' and set multiple industry milestones, including becoming the top-earning R-rated film ever and the highest-grossing IMAX release. This success marks a significant victory for Universal after Nolan's 2020 departure from Warner Bros. due to the 'Tenet' streaming dispute.
Christopher Nolan’s 'The Odyssey' has officially become the highest-grossing film in Universal Pictures history, surpassing 'Jurassic World' with a global total of $1.684 billion. The film, which opened on July 17, 2026, has earned $601.2 million domestically and $1.083 billion internationally. It holds the record for the highest-grossing R-rated film and the top-earning IMAX release of all time. This milestone cements Universal’s dominance in 2026, with the studio now approaching $5 billion in global revenue for the year.
Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' has officially become the highest-grossing film in Universal Pictures' history, surpassing 2015's 'Jurassic World' with a global total of $1.68 billion. The film, starring Matt Damon, has set multiple records, including becoming the top-grossing R-rated movie of all time and the highest-earning release for IMAX. This milestone cements Universal's dominance in the 2026 box office, with the studio now holding over $4.9 billion in global earnings for the year.
Christopher Nolan’s 'The Odyssey' has officially become the highest-grossing film in Universal Pictures history, reaching $1.684 billion globally. The epic, starring Matt Damon, surpassed the 2015 hit 'Jurassic World' by a narrow margin. The film also secured the title of the highest-grossing R-rated movie ever and the top-earning IMAX release in history. Universal now leads the 2026 studio market with nearly $5 billion in total revenue.
The 2026 summer movie season set a new domestic box office record of $4.76 billion, driven by Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' and 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day.' While blockbuster success and premium large-format screenings boosted revenue, the industry faces fewer screens and lower attendance than 2019. Indie horror and genre films also thrived, signaling a diversified audience.
The 2026 summer box office reached $4.76 billion, setting a new all-time domestic record. This surge, driven by 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' and 'The Odyssey,' signals a strong theatrical rebound, though industry analysts note that higher ticket prices and fewer screens mask underlying declines in attendance and film volume compared to pre-pandemic levels.