Christopher Nolan‘s Interstellar is celebrated as one of the best science fiction films ever made and is often considered the director’s finest movie to date. Remarkably, even ten years after its initial release, the film continues to shatter box office records. Originally a major commercial success in 2014, Interstellar grossed $681 million worldwide. Thanks to numerous theatrical re-releases, that total has now soared to $759 million globally, but its latest release has just made history with a new international box office record.
The film was recently re-released in India, where it broke the record for the highest opening weekend ever for a Hollywood re-release in the country. This new IMAX version enticed audiences, grossing ₹11.6 crore (approximately $1.3 million) during its theatrical run. Currently, Interstellar will be shown in Indian IMAX theaters for just seven days, with only three days left, leaving its total earnings from this re-release still uncertain. To celebrate this achievement, Warner Bros. India took to social media to say, “A decade later, still rewriting history!” referencing the movie’s time-bending plot, and noted, “‘Interstellar’ claims the highest opening for an IMAX film re-released in India.”
For those who may need a refresher on the film’s plot, Interstellar follows Joseph Cooper, played by Matthew McConaughey, as he embarks on a galactic mission to find a new home for humanity as Earth approaches uninhabitability. The film features an impressive cast, including Anne Hathaway, Jessica Chastain, Matt Damon, John Lithgow, Timothée Chalamet, David Oyelowo, Michael Caine, and Casey Affleck. The official synopsis states, “When Earth becomes uninhabitable in the future, a farmer and ex-NASA pilot, Joseph Cooper, is tasked to pilot a spacecraft, along with a team of researchers, to find a new planet for humans.”
Not only is Interstellar thriving at the box office, but it continues to be a favorite on streaming services in the United States. In January, the beloved sci-fi epic made its way to Netflix, where it quickly climbed to the top of the streamer’s list of the most popular movies. Additionally, Interstellar is available on Max, where it has also maintained a spot in the top 10, reaching #7. Nolan fans have even more to enjoy, as the director’s other mind-bending science fiction film, Inception, is also streaming on Netflix, and experienced similar viewing figures during its debut week.
As enthusiasts eagerly anticipate Nolan’s next project, the director appears to be stepping away from the sci-fi genre. His upcoming film, The Odyssey, is set to adapt Homer’s epic poem, following Odysseus on his journey home from the Trojan War. Returning to collaborate with Nolan are Interstellar’s Matt Damon and Anne Hathaway, who will join a star-studded cast including Tom Holland, Zendaya, Charlize Theron, Jon Bernthal, Lupita Nyong’o, and Benny Safdie.
Overall, Interstellar’s sustained success and its ability to keep captivating audiences a decade later solidify its place in cinematic history, while Christopher Nolan continues to explore new horizons in filmmaking.
