The name Odyssey takes us back to a Greek poem penned by Homer. To this day, this poem is one of the major contributions to Greek literature. The Odyssey sheds light on the King of Ithaca, Odysseus (Ulysses), and his homecoming in 24 books, each describing his journey. It highlights his role in the Trojan War, during which all his crew members were killed, leaving him alone. His absence from home strikes fear into his wife, Penelope, and his son, Telemachus, as they are forced to confront a group of unruly suitors eager to marry Penelope. The Odyssey is a perfect blend of Greek mythology and historical events.
To connect with the audience and to bring these characters to life, director Christopher Nolan is all set to direct Odyssey. Nolan’s Oscar-winning movie Oppenheimer, which was released in 2023, created a buzz in the cine industry due to its technology, compelling storyline, and characteristic performance by all the actors, especially Robert Downey Jr as Lewis Strauss, Cillian Murphy as J. Robert Oppenheimer and Emily Blunt as Kitty Oppenheimer. Now, people are eagerly waiting to watch Odyssey on the big screen.
Adaptation
Director Christopher Nolan announced another collaboration with Universal Pictures after the Oppenheimer release. Under Nolan’s supervision, the film Odyssey is going to create a milestone in the history of the cinema industry. After the unravelling of Homer’s adaptation, casting began. It is an epic action-fantasy film featuring an ensemble cast: Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, Lupita Nyong’o, Robert Pattinson, and Charlize Theron. In the lead role, Matt Damon plays Odysseus.
Picturesque Location
The Odyssey film commenced shooting in late February 2025 in different locations: Morocco, Los Angeles, the United Kingdom, Scotland, Greece, Italy, and Ireland.
Imax
Watching movies in IMAX provides a different vibe to the audience due to the high image resolution, cinematic soundscape, and optimal viewing. To enhance the quality of the film and resonate with viewers, Odysee is completely shot with an IMAX camera. Moreover, the film’s 250 million dollar budget is considered Nolan’s highest to date, making it one of the most expensive films ever helmed by the director.
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Huge Expectation
This celebrity-filled film has built huge expectations among Nolan’s fans. As his previous works have gained a significant spot in the audience’s hearts, this film also has all the elements to grab a permanent slot in viewers’ minds. Fans! Mark your calendars: the film hits theaters on July 17, 2026.
Written By: Tejaswini Prasad