Unauthorized ‘The Odyssey’ copy posted online draws swift warning from Universal

Universal Studios has issued a formal warning after an unauthorized, high-quality copy of the hit film The Odyssey appeared online. The leak surfaced over the weekend, leading the studio to initiate immediate takedown protocols to address the copyright infringement.

Reports indicate that the unauthorized video was shared on X on Saturday afternoon. Within three hours of the post, the content was removed and the account responsible for the leak was suspended. The clip had already garnered over 2.1 million views before the platform acted on the studio’s notice.

This incident follows a successful box office run for the Christopher Nolan film. The movie has been a major draw for theaters, pulling in $87 million during its second weekend alone. The high demand for tickets previously caused technical difficulties for AMC’s application in June, with fans reporting hour-long wait times to secure seats.

Universal is actively working to protect its intellectual property, stating that the studio will pursue all necessary remedies to stop the spread of unauthorized content. The film continues to perform well in theaters despite the unauthorized leak.