Movie Profile: THE ODYSSEY (2026)
| Attribute | Details |
| Title | The Odyssey |
| Release Date | July 17, 2026 (Global / IMAX) |
| Director | Christopher Nolan |
| Writers | Christopher Nolan (Based on Homer’s epic poem The Odyssey) |
| Genre | Mythological Action, Historical Epic, Adventure |
| Runtime | 173 minutes (2 hours 53 minutes) |
| Production Co. | Syncopy, Universal Pictures |
| Lead Cast |
• Matt Damon (Odysseus) • Anne Hathaway (Penelope) • Tom Holland (Telemachus) • Robert Pattinson • Zendaya • Charlize Theron • Lupita Nyong’o • Jon Bernthal |
Trailer
Plot Overview
Following his success with Oppenheimer (2023), director Christopher Nolan brings Homer’s ancient Greek epic to life in a grand IMAX spectacle.
The story follows Odysseus (Matt Damon), the cunning King of Ithaca, and his grueling 10-year journey to return home after the fall of Troy. As he and his men navigate relentless sea storms, terrifying monsters, mythical enchantresses, and the wrath of divine forces, back home in Ithaca, his wife Penelope (Anne Hathaway) and son Telemachus (Tom Holland) struggle to keep their kingdom together while fighting off a horde of aggressive suitors attempting to seize the throne.
Key Technical Highlights
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100% Native IMAX: Marking a milestone in cinema technology, The Odyssey was shot entirely using newly developed, next-generation 65mm IMAX camera systems.
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Signature Nonlinear Storytelling: True to Nolan’s style, the film structures Homer’s narrative across intercutting timelines and perspectives, pairing intense visceral action with deep psychological themes of displacement and ambition.