Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey release date, what to expect, star cast, and more about the epic fantasy movie
The Odyssey is a cinematic adaptation of the ancient Greek poet Homer's epic poem Odyssey. The film has an impressive star cast and is directed by Oscar-winning Christopher Nolan.
Christopher Nolan, Matt Damon and Tom Holland's first look from The Odyssey
Last Updated: 04.45 PM, Sep 23, 2025
Christopher Nolan has been quietly building his next masterpiece, The Odyssey, for some time now. After the big achievements of Oppenheimer, fans have little idea about his upcoming ventures. Even though The Odyssey is not coming out anytime soon, Universal Pictures and IMAX did something wild by putting 70mm tickets on sale way early in July 2025, according to some US reports and Hindustan Times. It's an unprecedented initiative in the film industry where movie tickets went on sale a year ahead of the movie release!
When will The Odyssey release
Christopher Nolan's directorial is coming to cinemas next year on July 17, 2026. For the unversed, The Odyssey is the cinematic adaptation of the ancient Greek poet Homer's poem, The Odyssey, which was composed around the 8th or 7th century BCE. Apart from directing, Nolan and his wife Emma Thomas have also backed the movie together.
The Odyssey's ensemble star-cast
Matt Damon will feature as Odysseus, the legendary Greek king of Ithaca, while Tom Holland will be seen as Telemachus, Odysseus's son. Other main actors in The Odyssey are Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, Lupita Nyong'o, Robert Pattinson, Charlize Theron, and Jon Bernthal.
Other confirmed actors for The Odyssey include Benny Safdie, John Leguizamo, Elliot Page, Himesh Patel, Bill Irwin, Samantha Morton, Mia Goth, Corey Hawkins, and Logan Marshall-Green.
What to expect from The Odyssey movie
The epic fantasy drama will focus on the legendary Greek hero Odysseus, who desperately wants to return to his family in Ithaca after the long and violent battle of the Trojan War. The Odyssey will follow the events after the decade-long battle as his crew faces incredible challenges, including the monstrous one-eyed Cyclops. The movie will also highlight Odysseus facing the anger of the Greek God of the Sea, Poseidon.
Meanwhile, in Ithaca, his wife Penelope and son Telemachus are eagerly waiting for his return. Penelope has a number of suitors who are vying to marry her and capture the throne, speculating on Odysseus' death in the war. The movie is expected to build a dramatic return of the King of Ithaca, disguised as a beggar, to confront the suitors and reclaim his family and his past life.
FAQs:
Q. When will Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey release?
A. The Odyssey will be released in theatres next year on July 17, 2026.
Q. Who all are in the star cast of The Odyssey movie?
A. Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey will feature Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, Lupita Nyong'o, Robert Pattinson, Charlize Theron, and Jon Bernthal, Benny Safdie, John Leguizamo, Elliot Page, Himesh Patel, Bill Irwin, Samantha Morton, Mia Goth, Corey Hawkins, and Logan Marshall-Green.