Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey features a star-studded cast and a massive budget, marking his ambitious take on a classic Greek epic. The film is set to be released in UK cinemas on July 17, 2026.
The film stars Matt Damon as Odysseus, who embarks on a ten-year voyage back to Ithaca after the siege of Troy. Tom Holland plays Telemachus, Odysseus’s son, while Anne Hathaway portrays Penelope, his wife. Robert Pattinson takes on the role of Antinous, a suitor of Penelope, and Charlize Theron plays Calypso, the nymph.
The film has a reported budget of $250 million. Nolan has shot more than 2 million feet of film using large-format IMAX cameras to enhance the visual experience. A six-minute trailer will appear in front of 70mm IMAX screenings of Avatar: Fire and Ash.
The Odyssey is an adaptation of Homer’s epic poetry, renowned for its rich narrative and characters rooted in Greek mythology. Critics have noted that the source material is akin to the Marvel universe of its day.
Initial reactions to the project have been mixed. Some wonder if audiences will embrace this retelling of Odysseus’s adventures. Others are excited about the potential cinematic experience.
