Christopher Nolan’s new film ‘The Odyssey’ hit theaters on July 17, but within days a high-quality version was circulating on X (formerly Twitter). Universal Pictures has responded by issuing takedown protocols to remove the pirated copies.
Both reports agree on the key facts: the leak occurred on X, the film is Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey,’ and Universal acted to counter the unauthorized distribution. Nolan himself has urged fans to see the film in Imax for the best experience, noting it was shot entirely in that format.
Where the coverage differs is in emphasis. Deadline leads with Nolan’s apparent frustration, describing the leak as happening “this weekend” and calling the pirated version “high-quality.” It highlights Nolan’s Imax plea as a contrast to the leak, emphasizing the director’s chagrin. The Hollywood Reporter takes a more factual tone, simply stating that “pirated films have been circulating across X” since the release and that Universal responded. It does not mention Nolan’s Imax promotion or the quality of the leak.
An important detail only Deadline includes is that the film was “shot entirely in that format” (Imax), underscoring Nolan’s commitment to the theatrical experience. Neither report provides specific details on the number of views or the scale of the leaks. The situation highlights ongoing challenges studios face with online piracy after major releases.