Acclaimed director Christopher Nolan is set to bring Homer's epic poem, 'The Odyssey,' to the big screen. The film, simply titled 'The Odyssey,' is slated for release on July 17, 2026.
The star-studded cast includes Matt Damon as Odysseus, Tom Holland as Telemachus, and Anne Hathaway as Penelope. Zendaya, Charlize Theron, Lupita Nyong'o, Robert Pattinson, and Benny Safdie also join the cast.
Filming began in late February 2025 in Aït Benhaddou, Morocco, and has moved to Greece, Italy, and the United Kingdom. The production is utilizing cutting-edge IMAX technology, making it the first blockbuster to combine analog and digital IMAX cameras.
'The Odyssey' will chronicle Odysseus's ten-year journey home after the Trojan War. The film will feature iconic challenges like the Cyclops Polyphemus and the Sirens.
With a budget of $250 million, Nolan's 'The Odyssey' is poised to be one of his most ambitious projects. It combines a classic story with Nolan's unique storytelling style and a stellar cast.