First Look at Matt Damon’s Epic Role as Odysseus in Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey!

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Universal Pictures has now revealed a first glimpse of “The Odyssey,” the highly-anticipated epic drama directed by Christopher Nolan, inspired by Homer’s famous Greek poem. This sneak peek offers a look at Matt Damon’s character, who is teaming up with Nolan once more after their collaboration in the 2023 film “Oppenheimer.” The movie is slated for a theater release on July 17, 2026.

Who is Matt Damon’s character in The Odyssey?

The photograph of “The Odyssey” production has verified that Matt Damon will embody the title character, Greek hero Odysseus. In the classic tale, this figure is initially presented as the king of Ithaca, who returns home following the Trojan War. While it was believed he had perished, his wife Penelope and son Telemachus face a host of suitors vying for Penelope’s hand during Odysseus’ prolonged absence. The stellar cast for this production also features Robert Pattinson, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, Charlize Theron, Lupita Nyong’o, Jon Bernthal, Benny Safdie, Elliot Page, Mia Goth, Himesh Patel, Samantha Morton, Will Yun Lee, and many others.

As a legend-filled action saga, the upcoming movie is set to be penned and helmed by Christopher Nolan, inspired by Homer’s timeless tale of the same title. This venture represents the renowned filmmaker’s subsequent partnership with Universal Pictures post the acclaimed commercial and critical reception of Cillian Murphy’s Oppenheimer biopic. The production team includes Nolan and Emma Thomas. It is anticipated that shooting will commence around late February.

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2025-02-17 21:10