Christopher Nolan's highly anticipated film, The Odyssey, starring Matt Damon as Odysseus, has unveiled its first official image. Following the phenomenal success of Oppenheimer, Nolan's adaptation of Homer's epic poem is set for a July 17, 2026 theatrical release.
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Universal Pictures describes The Odyssey as a "mythic action epic," filmed globally using cutting-edge IMAX film technology. This marks the first time Homer's classic tale will grace IMAX screens.
The film chronicles Odysseus's arduous ten-year journey home to Ithaca after the Trojan War. While plot specifics remain under wraps, early reports suggest an impressive ensemble cast. Matt Damon, reuniting with Universal after his Oppenheimer success, was reportedly the first actor in negotiations for the lead role. Speculation points to a star-studded lineup potentially including Charlize Theron, Tom Holland, Zendaya, Anne Hathaway, Lupita Nyong'o, and Robert Pattinson.
