The Odyssey (2026), directed by Christopher Nolan, is an epic cinematic reimagining of Homer’s timeless Greek myth. The film follows Odysseus, King of Ithaca (played by Matt Damon), as he endures a decades-long, perilous journey home after the fall of Troy. Along the way he faces gods and monsters — including the Cyclops, the Sirens, and the witch-goddess Circe — each challenge testing his courage, wit, and resolve. Meanwhile, back in Ithaca, his faithful wife Penelope and their son Telemachus struggle against time, uncertainty, and the relentless advances of suitors vying for the throne.
Shot entirely on 70 mm IMAX film using state-of-the-art cameras, The Odyssey blends grand mythological spectacle with Nolan’s signature emotional depth and visual ambition. Its sprawling international locations – ranging from Greece and Italy to Morocco and Scotland – add vivid authenticity to the story’s sweeping landscapes. With a stellar ensemble cast (including Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, Lupita Nyong’o, Robert Pattinson, Charlize Theron, among others), this is Nolan at his most ambitious, bringing one of Western literature’s foundational sagas to life in a way that promises both awe and intimate human stakes.
Release Date: July 17, 2026.