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Why Didn’t Zendaya attend Oscars 2025? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Over the years, Zendaya has ruled the red carpet with her unique and fashionable looks at every award ceremony. This year, she was missing from the Oscars crowd, and her absence was felt terribly. The 97th Academy Awards, which was held at the Dolby Theatres in Los Angeles on March 2, was a star-studded affair. However, Zendaya skipping the event soon became the talk of the town. Although her movie, Challengers, was shut out from the competition, her other film, Dune: Part Two, received a few nominations.

Dune: Part Two, in which she co-starred with Timothee Chalamet, Austin Butler, Florence Pugh, and others, won two awards at the Oscars for Best Sound and Best Visual Effects. Even then, the Euphoria actress didn’t attend the event, and while we don’t know the reason, we can guess that because of her tight schedule,...

Robert Downey Jr. is one of the most prolific actors of his generation and finally took home the prestigious Golden trophy home last year thanks to Christopher Nolan. After his feat in the Marvel Cinematic Universe ‘temporarily’ ended, the actor gave his career best performance in Nolan’s Oscar-winning Oppenheimer.

Robert Downey Jr. in Oppenheimer | Credit: Universal Pictures

The unexpected collaboration resulted in something extraordinary that will continue to be celebrated for years to come. Despite this, Downey seems to have lost his second chance to win an Oscar as he reportedly declined to star in Nolan’s The Odyssey.

Robert Downey Jr. reportedly declines starring in Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey Robert Downey Jr.’s Dr. Doom casting announcement sent shockwaves among fans | Credits: Instagram- @marvelstudios

Christopher Nolan is one of the greatest filmmakers to have ever been born. Having made several films across different genres, Nolan’s...

Sony has nudged the release for Tom Holland’s fourth “Spider-Man” installment by one week, shifting it from July 24, 2026 to a new date of July 31, 2026. That now positions the Marvel entry for launch two weeks after Universal’s July 17, 2026 release of “The Odyssey,” Christopher Nolan’s next film which also stars Holland.

Along with giving Holland some breathing room from opening two prospective blockbusters within a week of one another, the adjustment also has key repercussions for exhibitor operations. Before Sony’s scheduling change, the next live-action “Spider-Man” would have released just one week after “The Odyssey.” That film continues Nolan’s decades-long relationship with Imax, shooting with the company’s powerful cameras and negotiating a dedicated theatrical window in its premium auditoriums. Presumably, Sony is also looking to release the new “Spider-Man” to Imax and other premium large format screens, as it has with its previous Marvel Comics adaptations.

The Dark Knight trilogy director Christopher Nolan has assembled one of the most impressive casts we've seen in quite a while for his upcoming adaptation of The Odyssey, and it sounds like he was hoping to be able to make the ensemble an even more star-studded affair.

According to Daniel Richtman, Nolan was courting Oppenheimer Oscar-winner Robert Downey Jr. for the role of Poseidon, the Greek God of the Sea, but the actor was going to be too busy filming Avengers: Doomsday to make it work. The scooper has also heard that Nolan is staying "super faithful to the original story, and is "determined to use as many practical effects, real sets, and as much makeup work as possible."

This follows a previous report that Nolan intends to shoot the movie's Cyclops scenes at Nestor’s Cave in Greece, and a 6x6m mechanical anthropomorphic puppet of Polyphemus is being created for the sequence.

Christopher Nolan is all set to make his comeback behind the lens with his upcoming historical epic The Odyssey. This will see Matt Damon leading as the Greek hero Odysseus alongside a star-studded cast that includes Tom Holland, Zendaya, Robert Pattinson, Lupita Nyong’o, Anne Hathaway, and Charlize Theron. But things are already not looking too good for it.

Christopher Nolan on the set of Oppenheimer. | Credits: Universal Pictures.

Recently, the first look of Damon in the movie, which currently holds a 2026 release schedule, was released. And, unfortunately enough, instead of being appraised by fans like pretty much every other Nolan piece, the first look is being brutally destroyed by them because Hollywood, in its true America-washing Greek mythology fashion, seems to have struck again.

Matt Damon’s first look in The Odyssey is being badly trolled Matt Damon as Odysseus. | Credits: Universal Pictures.

Ever since it was announced that Christopher...

Over the weekend, a first-look photo for Christopher Nolan’s upcoming adaptation of epic poem The Odyssey revealed Matt Damon in Odysseus mode, complete with a helmet and cloak that’s right in line with our expectations for sword-and-sandal productions. Because it was released on the Internet, though, it was immediately criticized by both amateur and professional historians for a lack of historical accuracy.

The chief point of contention revolves around the helmet, because in The Iliad (the prequel to The Odyssey) original author Homer describes the “cleverly made” leather helmet Odysseus is given for a raid as follows: “On the inside there was a strong lining on interwoven straps, onto which a felt cap had been sewn in. The outside was cleverly adorned all around with rows of white tusks from a shiny-toothed boar, the tusks running in alternate directions in each row.”

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Christopher Nolan set sail on The Odyssey, but the waters got choppy pretty fast. The moment news broke about his upcoming epic, debates kicked off. Hollywood has a habit of reimagining ancient tales, and Nolan’s track record only fueled the fire.

Christopher Nolan on the set of Oppenheimer | Credit: Universal Pictures

Fans haven’t forgotten how he once whitewashed a major Batman villain. Now, they’re watching closely, wondering how he’ll handle Homer’s legendary hero.

Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey faces backlash over past casting controversies and Hollywood’s generic trend Christopher Nolan | Image by: HellaCinema, licenced under Cc-by-sa-4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Christopher Nolan’s upcoming The Odyssey was bound to spark interest, but it’s already sailing into rough waters. The director’s history with controversial casting decisions is coming back to haunt him.

Nolan’s Batman Begins turned heads when Liam Neeson played the iconic villain Ra’s al Ghul,...

Not many collaborations ignite as much buzz as the one between director Christopher Nolan and actor Matt Damon. Their previous projects have impressed audiences and their latest film together, i.e. The Odyssey could possibly do the same.

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The movie draws inspiration from one of literature’s most inspiring and enduring epics, promising to draw the viewers into a world of mythology and adventure. However, the decision to cast Damon in the lead is a bit skeptical, and here’s why!

Is Matt Damon the right choice to play the lead in The Odyssey? Matt Damon in The Wall | Universal Pictures

In December 2024, it was announced that Christopher Nolan’s next directorial would be an adaptation of Homer’s The Odyssey, and Matt Damon would play the titular Greek hero, Odysseus. But the actor’s previous performances in...

The announcements for Christopher Nolan’s latest, The Odyssey, don’t seem like they are coming to an end soon. Every week, a new tidbit is brought to light. Every week, a new star’s inclusion in the epic saga is made official. But this week is a little different.

While Mia Goth’s inclusion in the cast was made official not long ago, it seems like fans have something more to cheer about today. The reason? Matt Damon’s first look in the project has been revealed.

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The Odyssey is one of Christopher Nolan‘s highly anticipated works. The anticipation can be partly attributed to the fact that it is based on the ancient Greek epic poem, attributed to the legendary Homer.

More details about Christopher Nolan’s forthcoming movie version of Homer’s The Odyssey have been revealed.

Matt Damon, it was announced Monday, will be playing the lead role of Odysseus.

Universal shared the update with the below first-look photo of the actor in character in the epic.

Matt Damon is Odysseus. A film by Christopher Nolan, #TheOdysseyMovie is in theaters July 17, 2026. pic.twitter.com/7a5YbfqVfG

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Damon is joined in the star-studded film by Tom Holland, Zendaya, Robert Pattinson, Lupita Nyong’o, Anne Hathaway, Charlize Theron, Benny Safdie, Jon Bernthal, Elliot Page, Himesh Patel, Bill Irwin, Samantha Morton and Mia Goth.

After many of the A-list castings were announced while the subject of Nolan’s next film remained a mystery, Universal revealed shortly before Christmas that the movie would be an adaptation of The Odyssey, which the studio teased as a “mythic action epic shot across the...

Matt Damon goes Greek for The Odyssey

Matt Damon is looking epic. Oscar-winning director Christopher Nolan revealed a first-look image from his upcoming adaptatation of Homer‘s The Odyssey, which will feature Damon in the lead role of Odysseus. The star-studded ensemble also includes Oscar winners Anne Hathaway, Lupita Nyong’o, and Charlize Theron, as well as Zendaya, Robert Pattinson, Tom Holland, Mia Goth, John Leguizamo, Jon Bernthal, and Benny Safdie.

According to Universal, Nolan’s follow-up to Oppenheimer, which he wrote and will coproduce with wife Emma Thomas, will be a “mythic action epic shot across the world using brand new Imax film technology. The film brings Homer’s foundational saga to Imax film screens for the first time.” It is slated to open on July 17, 2026.

Matt Damon is Odysseus. A film by Christopher Nolan, #TheOdysseyMovie is in theaters July 17, 2026. pic.twitter.com/7a5YbfqVfG

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Universal Pictures and Christopher Nolan are making this Monday mythological with a first look at Matt Damon as Odysseus for the filmmaker’s assuredly epic adaptation of Homer’s The Odyssey. The image shared online shows Damon in the world-famous character’s battle armor. The side-angled shot gives us a peek at Damon’s salty beard, battle scars, and world-weary look.

Homer’s The Odyssey, and by the same token, Nolan’s highly-anticipated film follows Odysseus in his perilous journey home after the Trojan War, showcasing his encounters with Polyphemus, the Sirens, Circe, and finishing with his reunion with his wife, Penelope.

Like any other Christopher Nolan film, the cast is positively stacked with many of Hollywood’s heaviest hitters, including Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Jon Bernthal, Robert Pattinson, Charlize Theron, Zendaya, Mia GOth, Elliot Page, Lupita Nyong’o, Samantha Morton, John Leguizamo, Will Yun Lee, Benny Safdie, Himesh Patel, Bill Irwin,...

There's a huge amount of excitement surrounding Christopher Nolan's next movie, The Odyssey, and as the filmmaker gears up to begin shooting his first fantasy feature, we have an official first look at Matt Damon as Odysseus (via SFFGazette.com).

This may be an indication that, due to Nolan's penchant for shooting in real-world locations, Universal Pictures is wary that the paparazzi will be snapping shots of the cast. Either way the Interstellar and Thor: Ragnarok star looks mighty impressive here.

Despite claims that Tom Holland will be The Odyssey's lead, the fact Damon is taking centre stage in this first look suggests the focus will very much be on Odysseus. Will more photos of the cast follow? We hope so, though this is an exciting glimpse at what's to come in the movie.

"Christopher Nolan’s next film The Odyssey is a mythic action epic shot across...

We have our first look at Matt Damon in Christopher Nolan‘s highly anticipated next movie, The Odyssey!

In addition, we’ve confirmed who he’ll portray in the film.

Keep reading to find out more…

Matt is confirmed to be portraying the leading role in the film. He’ll take on the role of Odysseus. There are 18 other stars that have joined the cast as well.

“The film brings Homer’s foundational saga to IMAX film screens for the first time and opens in theaters everywhere on July 17, 2026,” Universal Pictures announced at the end of last year. The Odyssey chronicles “the ten-year journey of Odysseus, king of Ithaca, back to his home after the fall of Troy,” according to GoodReads. Homer wrote it around the 8th or 7th century BC.

Find out why Nolan‘s movies almost never have deleted scenes. Also, learn about the mind-blowing amount of money he earned for Oppenheimer.

The greatest mystery of our time -- and perhaps cinematic history itself -- has finally been answered. After months of speculation over what, exactly, Christopher Nolan's next movie would even be, with rumors ranging from a vampire film to a blockbuster somehow involving "aerial helicopter pilots", the answer arrived in the form of a new retelling of Homer's epic Greek poem "The Odyssey." With one mystery solved, the buzz instantly moved on to which stars in the A-list ensemble will portray each famous figure. Zendaya as Athena? Our favorite weirdo Robert Pattinson as the Cyclops? Tom Holland as Odysseus himself? Well, we now know the leading man who'll be tasked with portraying the most homesick man ever depicted in literature.

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Mia Goth has been added to the cast of Christopher Nolan’s latest film, The Odyssey. The film, which adapts Homer’s ancient epic, will bring the legendary tale of Odysseus to life using state-of-the-art IMAX film technology and is set for a July 17, 2026 release.

Goth joins a roster of well-known actors that includes Tom Holland, Zendaya, Anne Hathaway, Lupita Nyong’o, Robert Pattinson, Charlize Theron, Benny Safdie, Jon Bernthal, and John Leguizamo. Universal, the film’s distributor, described the project as a mythic action feature that presents Homer’s narrative for the first time on IMAX screens.

Christopher Nolan, who writes, directs, and produces the film, leads the production alongside his wife, Emma Thomas, under their Syncopy banner. Production is scheduled to begin in the spring, with parts of the film shot in Sicily.

Filming will take place on the island of Favignana—locally known as “goat island”—which is...

Scream queen Mia Goth has joined the cast of Christopher Nolan’s IMAX epic “The Odyssey,” Variety has confirmed. She will appear alongside a growing cast including Tom Holland, Zendaya, Anne Hathaway, Lupita Nyong’o, Robert Pattinson, Charlize Theron, Benny Safdie, Jon Bernthal and John Leguizamo.

“The Odyssey” follows the Greek hero Odysseus on his world-spanning journey home after the Trojan War. The story was originally written by the ancient Greek poet Homer over 2,000 years ago and is one of the oldest stories still enjoyed by contemporary readers.

Universal, the film’s distributor, said in December that the film is a “mythic action epic shot across the world using brand new IMAX film technology. The film brings Homer’s foundational saga to IMAX film screens for the first time.”

The film is set to hit theaters on July 17, 2026. Nolan will write and produce as well as direct. His wife, Emma Thomas,...

The Dark Knight trilogy director Christopher Nolan has been assembling one of the most impressive casts we've seen in quite a while for his upcoming adaptation of The Odyssey, and Elliot Page (The Umbrella Academy) is the latest actor to join the ensemble.

Page, who previously worked with Nolan on Inception, joins Matt Damon, Charlize Theron, Anne Hathaway, Lupita Nyong’o, Tom Holland, Robert Pattinson, Zendaya, Jon Bernthal, Benny Safdie and John Leguizamo.

In addition, Daniel Richtman - who broke the news of Page's casting before the trades confirmed - is reporting that Mia Goth has also signed on for an undisclosed role.

We don't actually know who anyone is playing, but Damon and Holland are said to be the leads, which would suggest that the former will play Odysseus and the Spider-Man star his son, Telemachus.

"Christopher Nolan’s next film The Odyssey is a mythic action epic shot across...

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As usual, Christopher Nolan is stacking his next project with an all-star cast, and the latest additions include a few Nolan alumni. It’s been announced that Elliot Page, Himesh Patel, Bill Irwin, and Samantha Morton have joined The Odyssey, Nolan’s upcoming adaptation of Homer’s ancient Greek poem.

Page played Ariadne in Inception, while Patel played Mahir in Tenet. Irwin is also a Nolan veteran, but you wouldn’t recognize his face. He voiced Tars in Interstellar and physically controlled the robot on-set. There’s no information on who these new additions will play in The Odyssey, but they join a cast that already includes Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Lupita Nyong’o, Robert Pattinson, Charlize Theron, Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, Jon Bernthal, Benny Safdie, and John Leguizamo.

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Christopher Nolan's Odyssey is shaping up to be as much a tour of modern Hollywood as it is Ancient Greece. Elliot Page, Himesh Patel, Bill Irwin, and Samantha Morton have officially been recruited to join Nolan on his epic adventure, which is set to start filming on Siciliy's Favignana (a.

Christopher Nolan’s next film is shaping up with his signature use of name actors in his ensemble cast. It was recently reported that he will once again be working with Benny Safdie after having the director play a sizable role in Oppenheimer. Variety is now reporting that John Leguizamo is now joining the cast of Nolan’s historical epic. The Odyssey features an all-star list that includes Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Lupita Nyong’o, Robert Pattinson, Charlize Theron, Anne Hathaway, Zendaya and Jon Bernthal. There has yet to be an announcement on what roles each actor will be playing.

When Universal Pictures officially announced the project last year, the studio described it as “a mythic action epic shot across the world using brand new IMAX film technology.” Production is slated to kick off in late February, and some reports state that this could be Nolan’s most expensive film to date.

John Leguizamo is the latest star to join the cast of Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey.” He will appear alongside previously announced cast members Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, Lupita Nyong’o, Robert Pattinson, Charlize Theron, Benny Safdie and Jon Bernthal.

Universal shared last month that the film “is a mythic action epic shot across the world using brand new IMAX film technology. The film brings Homer’s foundational saga to IMAX film screens for the first time.”

Homer’s ancient Greek epic poem “The Odyssey” remains one of the oldest pieces of literature still read by modern audiences. It chronicles the story of Greek hero Odysseus during his tumultuous journey home following the Trojan War.

“The Odyssey” is due in theaters on July 17, 2026. Nolan is set to write and will produce with Emma Thomas under their Syncopy banner.

As Variety exclusively reported this week, the film will be partly filmed in Sicily,...

THR reports that Benny Safdie is set to reunite with Christopher Nolan for The Odyssey, the director’s epic adaptation of Homer’s ancient Greek poem.

Safdie played theoretical physicist Edward Teller in Oppenheimer, and much like that film, he’ll be part of an all-star ensemble cast for The Odyssey that includes Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Lupita Nyong’o, Robert Pattinson, Charlize Theron, Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, and Jon Bernthal.

The Odyssey tells the tale of Odysseus, King of Ithaca, and his journey home after the ten-year Trojan War. The trip was filled with peril, including encounters with the Cyclops Polyphemus, the Sirens, and the witch-goddess Circe. At home, Odysseus is presumed dead, and his wife Penelope and son Telemachus must contend with groups of unruly suitors who each want Penelope’s hand in marriage to control the kingdom.

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When the news broke that Christopher Nolan’s next movie would be an adaptation of Homer’s The Odyssey, I was ecstatic. I did feel a bit sorry for the cast and creators of The Return, another movie released in the past six months that adapted The Odyssey, as that movie did not receive the attention it deserved and now will forever be overshadowed by Christopher Nolan’s project.

Attached to the project, so far, are Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, Lupita Nyong’o, Robert Pattinson, and Charlize Theron. All of them are phenomenal actors. Unless Nolan is gender swapping the role of Odysseus, one, maybe two of them seem like they would be ripe for the role.

It's being reported that Tom Holland will play the lead of the movie. If that is Odysseus, it is the wrong choice. While Tom Holland is a great actor, he should not portray the Greek hero.

As we know, Christopher Nolan is bringing Homer’s epic story, The Odyssey, to the big screen. The movie is going to start filming soon, and set construction has already begun in Aït Ben-Haddou, Morocco, a Unesco World Heritage site known for its stunning kasbahs.

The movie features a star-studded cast, including Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, Robert Pattinson, Lupita Nyong’o, and Charlize Theron. Each actor brings their unique talent to this ambitious project.

Nolan’s adaptation will be the first to present Homer’s saga on IMAX screens, offering audiences a grand visual experience. The film is set to release on July 17, 2026, marking Nolan’s first venture into Greek mythology.

This project follows Nolan’s recent success with ‘Oppenheimer,’ which earned him two Academy Awards in 2024. Fans are eager to see how he will bring the adventures of Odysseus to life, and the video gives us a...

Tom Holland was confirmed for a role in Christopher Nolan’s next collaboration with Universal Pictures in October. It was revealed in December that Nolan’s film would be an adaptation of Homer’s epic poem, The Odyssey. While things were going smoothly for the film, a recent report that Holland would be the lead has sparked fan outrage.

Tom Holland as Peter Parker in Spider-Man: Homecoming | Credits: Marvel Studios

As the lead, it is assumed Holland would take on the role of Odysseus, who fans believe is a much older character for the actor. Fans initially guessed that Holland would likely play Telemachus, the son of Odysseus. They expected the role of Odysseus to go to Matt Damon, who is collaborating with Nolan for the third time.

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There is a war for possession of Dutton’s Ranch in the Yellowstone prequel 1923! Paramount+ has released a Preview Video for Season 2. This limited series stars Helen Mirren, Harrison Ford, Brandon Sklenar, and Julia Schlaepfer. Here are the details and the preview video.

Here are all the details including when the first episode drops.

Brandon Sklenar as Spencer in season 2, episode 4 of 1923 streaming on Paramount+. Photo credit: Lo Smith/Paramount+. Paramount+ Drops Thrilling 1923 Preview Video

On Sunday, during the NFL playoffs, Paramount+ dropped the 1923 Preview Video. An evil and greedy group of wealthy men are determined to take down Dutton Ranch and turn “Montana into a playground for the elite.” Meanwhile, Spencer (Sklenar) is trying to get home to help his Uncle Jacob (Ford) and Aunt Cara (Mirren) save the family’s beloved ranch.

Meanwhile, Alexandra (Schlaepler) is dealing with others preventing her from finding Spencer and reuniting once and for all.

It looks like the role of Odysseus may have just been revealed in Christopher Nolan's upcoming adaptation of Homer's The Odyssey.

After months of speculation, Universal Pictures confirmed that Christopher Nolan’s next film will be a big-screen take on one of the oldest known stories: The Odyssey.

Following Nolan's critical success with Oppenheimer, the project is set to begin filming in 2025 using new IMAX film technology and is already generating buzz for its global scope and mythic storytelling.

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Cameron Diaz’s screen appearance after an eight-year break marks a specific moment in film history. Her 2014 departure came when disconnecting from public life seemed optional—before pandemic lockdowns made isolation universal. Her role in Back in Action, a Netflix action-comedy, creates an interesting contrast: she returns as streaming services mine the past for content and viewers. Diaz represents something specific about cinema’s earlier days, when movies prioritized warmth over irony.

Her anticipated return created mixed reactions. Could she recapture the sparkling energy from Charlie’s Angels, where she balanced comedy and fight scenes with natural grace? Or would this film echo her final projects before 2014, when her exit seemed expected? Playing Emily, a former CIA agent balancing spy work with suburban motherhood, she shows both strengths and limitations—displaying talent while working through basic dialogue (“I sell puzzles on Etsy!”) during action sequences.

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Christopher Nolan always aims big, and his latest project is no exception. Renowned for his mind-bending stories and blockbuster success, Nolan is now bringing Greek mythology to life with The Odyssey.

You know, Homer’s ancient epic—the one that’s about gods, monsters, and Odysseus taking the scenic route home for a decade. Well, Nolan’s tackling it with a film that has a million-dollar price tag. It’s so massive, it makes Interstellar and Oppenheimer feel like indie flicks.

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The Odyssey is a “mythic action epic” that’ll use groundbreaking IMAX film technology to bring Homer’s sweeping tale to life. If anyone can pull this off, it’s Nolan. But how does The Odyssey’s budget stack up against Nolan’s past films (Interstellar and Oppenheimer)? Let’s break it down!

What is the budget for The Odyssey?

Let’s not beat around the bush...

Christopher Nolan, a revolutionary filmmaker, who has created cinematic masterpieces like Inception, Oppenheimer and The Dark Knight Trilogy, is now set on his most ambitious project yet. His upcoming film, The Odyssey, is an adaptation of ancient Greek poet Homer’s epic poem with a staggeringly high budget.

Cillian Murphy in Oppenheimer | Credits: Universal Pictures

Nolan is known to use practical effects over computer-generated imagery. Hence, justifying the high cost of production and the ultra-realistic feel of his films. Moreover, with Universal Pictures backing the project, fans have high expectations from this bold cinematic endeavor, set to release on July 17, 2026.

Is The Odyssey too high of a risk for Universal Pictures? Christian Bale as Batman | Credits: Warner Bros.

Universal Pictures and Christopher Nolan’s previous collaboration, Oppenheimer, was both a critical and commercial success, grossing over $900 million worldwide with a production cost of $100 million according to IMDb. With The Odyssey,...

Christopher Nolan is likely to bring his signature style to The Odyssey, but he must avoid a common pitfall of fantasy adaptations in the process. Christopher Nolan's best movies have changed the game when it comes to blockbusters, making him one of the most distinctive directors working today. Nolan's movie casts tend to be some of the most talented actors, from inspired decisions like Heath Ledger as the Joker to recurring collaborators.

Christopher Nolan's decision to adapt The Odyssey into a movie is likely to be his largest project yet. The original story is a 2500-year-old epic tale by the Greek poet Homer. It concerns the sea voyage of the hero Odysseus, who encounters several monsters as he tries to make his way back home. The cast of The Odyssey includes Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, Charlize Theron, and Lupita Nyong'o, though it is not yet confirmed who they will play. Still,...

While already having worked on some of the biggest productions of the past few decades, the budget for Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey has been revealed, and it's massive. Development on Nolan's adaptation of Homer's Greek epic was first announced in October 2024, when Matt Damon and Tom Holland were cast in the film, though plot details were initially kept under wraps. As the cast continued to grow with Zendaya, Anne Hathaway, Lupita Nyong'o, Robert Pattinson and Charlize Theron, it was announced by Universal that it would by The Odyssey and was set for a July 2026 release date.

A new report from Puck has offered some insight for Universal Pictures' 2026 slate of movie releases, among them being Nolan's adaptation of The Odyssey. In reflecting on the movie being part of the studio's slate of "big-budget originals", the publication reports that the Greek adventure epic has a budget of $250 million. The...

Alright, let’s cut to the chase. After Christopher Nolan wrapped up Oppenheimer, a movie that was nothing short of a cinematic bombshell, I was left thinking, “What on earth could possibly top this?” I mean, the acclaimed director didn’t just make a movie; he detonated a cinematic nuclear bomb that rewrote the rules, bagged him Oscars for Best Director and Best Picture, and left us all questioning reality.

So, what’s next? Take a well-deserved break? Hang up his director’s chair for a cozy retirement? No, that’s not Nolan. Instead, he is rolling up his sleeves and diving straight into an even bigger challenge—The Odyssey. And if you know Nolan, you know he doesn’t just make movies; he reimagines entire worlds.

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So here we are, staring down the barrel of an adaptation of Homer’s epic poem,...

Christopher Nolan is adapting classic Greek poem The Odyssey by Homer for his next film, it’s been confirmed.

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Nobody can accuse Christopher Nolan of being complacent. After beginning his career with films like the low-budget Following, the mind bending Memento and thriller Insomnia, Nolan created arguably one of the greatest superhero trilogies of all time with Batman Begins, The Dark Knight and The Dark Knight Rises.

Since then, Nolan has been ever more ambitious in his cinematic storytelling, from the epic beach scenes of Dunkirk to the innovative narrative of Tenet and the craftsmanship behind the build up of tension before the explosion in Oppenheimer.

His next film is somewhat surprising, and certainly not an easy text to adapt. According to Deadline, Nolan is turning Homer’s epic 8th century Greek poem The Odyssey into a film.

Christopher Nolan’s highly anticipated next movie will be an adaptation of The Odyssey, and he’s already keeping the promise he made about his post-Oppenheimer work. The Odyssey is an epic poem by Homer about the Greek hero Odysseus, king of Ithaca, embarking on a treacherous journey home following the Trojan War. Nolan is reteaming with his Oppenheimer partners at Universal to make The Odyssey — a no-brainer after their marketing campaign secured him a near-billion-dollar blockbuster hit and the Academy Awards for Best Director and Best Picture — which is set for an IMAX release in July 2026.

As is typical for Nolan, The Odyssey has assembled a star-studded cast including such A-listers as Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Zendaya, Anne Hathaway, Lupita Nyong’o, Robert Pattinson, and Charlize Theron. Nolan’s movie will adapt Homer’s ancient text into a mega-scale Hollywood blockbuster with plenty of action and spectacle. It promises to...

It has been announced that Christopher Nolan's next movie will be an adaptation of The Odyssey, with this being the acclaimed director's incredibly exciting follow-up to Oppenheimer. Christopher Nolan's adaptation of The Odyssey has only had a few details about it revealed, such as the fact that it will be filmed for IMAX, will release in 2026, and features a cast of Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, Tom Holland, Zendaya, Robert Pattinson, and Lupita Nyong'o. While a faithful adaptation of The Odyssey is exciting, it isn't the first time that Christopher Nolan has told this type of story.

The Odyssey is one of the most famous stories of all time, with it being one of the cornerstones of storytelling. The Odyssey is known for being the perfect example of the Hero's Journey, a story structure that has been used in countless movies, books, plays, TV shows, and more throughout human history.

When Christopher Nolan got his hands on Interstellar, he didn’t just give Steven Spielberg’s script a few edits; he basically lit it on fire and started fresh. Spielberg’s warm, feel-good vibes? Gone. Nolan swapped them out for his signature brain-bending chaos, turning a straightforward sci-fi into an emotional rollercoaster wrapped in quantum physics.

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Love it or hate it, Nolan’s version of Interstellar made sure no one left the theater without their mind blown — or their heart in pieces.

How Christopher Nolan burned Steven Spielberg’s Interstellar script and made it his own Steven Spielberg at 2017 San Diego Comic Con | Credits: Gage Skidmore, licensed under Cc By-sa 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Interstellar as we know it almost didn’t happen the way we saw it. Christopher Nolan reworked the entire film, big time. Originally, the project...

Coming off the success of Oppenheimer, Christopher Nolan has decided to tackle the daunting tale of Homer's The Odyssey as his next project, which will continue a theme found in most of the filmmaker's movies. Nolan is, without a doubt, one of the most prolific and renowned directors of the 21st century. So, if anyone were to take on The Odyssey, it's fitting that Nolan would be the one to do so. Many have faith that Nolan will do the story justice, especially since the classic story is similar to some of the films he has directed, written, and produced before.

According to Universal Pictures (via X), Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey is "a mythic action epic shot across the world using brand new IMAX film technology. The film brings Homer's foundational saga to IMAX film screens for the first time and opens in theaters everywhere on July 17, 2026."

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Film director Christopher Nolan surprised the world with the news that he would direct an adaptation of Homer's epic Greek poem, The Odyssey, for his next project with Universal Studios. Like the last Christopher Nolan movie, Oppenheimer, The Odyssey is gearing up to be another epic and star-studded Hollywood blockbuster. The story follows the warrior king Odysseus as he travels home after the Trojan War, facing several dangerous and mystical obstacles along the way.

At this point, it is unknown exactly how Nolan will adapt The Odyssey for theaters, meaning it is unclear exactly how many of the source material's characters will appear in the film. Though a handful of A-list stars have already been cast in the film, their roles in the film haven't been revealed. However, given the actors' age and prior acting experience, it is easy to predict which character each confirmed cast member will portray in Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey,...

The Odyssey is making its way to the big screen under the directorial charm of Christopher Nolan in 2026. The Ancient Greek epic tells the story of the King of Ithaca, Odysseus, as he makes his way back to his home after the Sacking of Troy. While it seems to be an odd film for Nolan to dive into, especially given his foray into science fiction and World War II period pieces, there is a reason why the Interstellar and Tenet director might be well-equipped to tell the story after all.

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Time has been an important theme in the works of Christopher Nolan, whether it be the non-linearity of it in postmodern narratives, or the nature of time when it comes to human lives The Odyssey tells its story out of order, which might be something right up Christopher Nolan’s alley.

Christopher Nolan is known for pushing the boundaries of cinema and has combined intricate storytelling with stunning visuals, several times in his career. From complex science fiction like Inception to the immersive historical drama, Oppenheimer, the director has proved his mettle again and again.

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Nolan’s sights are now set on one of his most ambitious projects, titled, The Odyssey. It’s a mythological tale with a star-studded cast, and fan predictions are already out. So, let’s delve into what the movie is about and what roles could possibly be played by some of the most beloved actors.

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The movie will be an adaptation of Homer’s The Odyssey, an enduring poem in Western literature that was composed in the 8th century BC. It chronicles the strenuous journey of Odysseus. He was a...

Greek myths have been told and retold so often that the grandeur of hydras and minotaurs may very well distract us from the tragedy that so often lies at the hearts of these heroes’ tales. Such is the case with Homer and his two seminal writings, “The Iliad” and “Odyssey,” chronicling the overtaking of and subsequent abandonment of the mythic city of Troy. What happens to those men who brave those seas and land upon the shores of war? What becomes of a soul that leaves his family in the pursuit of glory and never returns?

“The Return” asks another, even more despairing question: what becomes of a man who endures those hardships in the name of glory, and comes back with little to show for it but a few distant legends of his departure and the chaos he left behind? To address such an impossible query, Uberto Pasolini turns...

An army of indies are populating the last few weeks of the year in a fall box office that’s the most buoyant it’s been in years but still picks and chooses among specialty fare which travels from festival standouts to the Odyssey to Y2K.

The latter is A24’s dial-up disaster hijinks, the directorial debut of SNL veteran Kyle Mooney, opening on about 2,100 screens. Premiered at Sxsx, see Deadline review.

On the last night of 1999, two high school juniors crash a New Years Eve party, only to find themselves fighting for their lives in this disaster comedy. Stars Rachel Zegler, Jaeden Martell, Julian Dennison, Mason Gooding, Lachlan Watson, The Kid Laroi, Fred Durst and Alicia Silverstone. The distributor’s cross-country nostalgia-fueled takeover included partnerships with Yahoo!, a throwback college tour packed with 90s-themed parties and screenings, and a Y2K microsite.

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The Return is more than just a cinematic reunion for Ralph Fiennes and Juliette Binoche; it is a return to basics from director Uberto Pasolini, who shares a more grounded interpretation of Homer's The Odyssey. Written by Pasolini, John Collee, and Edward Bond, Pasolini filmed in Italy and Greece's Corfu and Peloponnese regions, bringing little artificiality to these locations with VFX or elaborate sets.

The locations remain largely untouched, making the story of Odysseus grounded in reality. At times, it feels like Pasolini, Collee, and Bond aren't adapting a literary epic but a story from a history textbook. Lacking Hollywood's usual embellishments and adornments, The Return is an adaptation that seeks to center the humanity and sincerity of Odysseus' journey and Penelope's resolve, returning to the basic themes of the poem.

After two decades away, Odysseus returns to Ithaca, haggard and unrecognizable, only to find his kingdom transformed...

Uberto Pasolini adapts epic poetry on an intimate scale in The Return, which loosely transposes the second half of Homer’s The Odyssey for the screen. Gone are the gods and monsters, or anything of a mythological bent, in this interpretation of Odysseus’s decades-in-the-making voyage home to Ithaca. Pasolini reduces the scale without minimizing the stakes of a husband, father, and warrior who must come to terms with small but mighty forces, from the ravages of age to the unyielding passage of time.

For a film based on one of the oldest works of literature, Pasolini leverages little in the way of words to tell his version of the story. Rather than relying on verse to have us learn about the characters’ responses to various developments, The Return often turns to its actors to convey or process information in close-ups. When talents like Ralph Fiennes and Juliette Binoche sign...

Look out, Challengers; another scorcher of a love triangle film is coming for your crown. Only instead of just two guys, this is about a woman who's managed to capture the hearts and minds of an entire city's worth of men. She and Zendaya should form some sort of Avengers-esque squad.

Ralph Fiennes may be turning heads this awards season for his buzzy performance as Cardinal Lawrence in “Conclave,” but the two-time Academy Award nominee is showing off a different set of skills in epic saga “The Return.”

Fiennes stars as the iconic hero Odysseus in the TIFF-selected feature, which is co-written, directed, and produced by Uberto Pasolini, who previously moved viewers to tears this year with “Nowhere Special.” Juliette Binoche plays Odysseus’ wife Penelope, who has to protect the throne in the aftermath of the Trojan War.

The official synopsis reads: “After 20 years away, Odysseus (Fiennes) washes up on the shores of Ithaca, haggard and unrecognizable. The King has returned from the Trojan War, but much has changed in his kingdom. His beloved wife Penelope (Binoche) is a prisoner in her own home, hounded by suitors vying to be king. Their son Telemachus faces death at the hands of these suitors,...

When director Paolo Sorrentino’s hit series The Young Pope debuted in 2016, it took the Vatican a year to grudgingly bless his imagined and occasionally blasphemous portrayal of the pope. Not so for Sorrentino’s latest film Parthenope, which has gotten an early thumbs-down from Italy’s Catholic Church.

That has only seemed to pique interest in the film, driving it to the top of the box office here for Italian films since its release in theaters last month.

Set in Sorrentino’s native Naples, the film is a lush meditation on beauty, love and death, drawn from the Greek myth of the siren Parthenope, who throws herself into the sea after she fails to entice Odysseus with her song. Parthenope is closely affiliated with Naples, such that the city is sometimes called “Partenope” and its people “Partenopei” in Italian.

The film is by no means about the church, but toward the end,...

Veteran actors Juliette Binoche and Ralph Fiennes exchanged teary-eyed tributes as they picked up honorary career achievement awards this evening at the Thessaloniki Film Festival in Greece.

The veteran duo are two of the headline guests this year in Thessaloniki, and they were presented with the festival’s honorary Golden Alexander award for their respective bodies of work, which now includes three collaborations.

“I’m very grateful and honored to be here with this woman. I’m very grateful for the opportunity to talk about Juliette,” Fiennes told the crowd in Greece. “I want to thank Juliette because working with her is a dream. She is an extraordinary artist to spend your time with. She’s a great woman. She channels a very unusual and unique energy. She’s inspirational to work with. She gives in a way that I have not experienced with any other actor.”

At this point Fiennes began to tear up,...