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Nolan's Odyssey: Epic Cast Assembled
9 Jun
Summary
- Matt Damon stars as Odysseus, marking his third Nolan collaboration.
- Lupita Nyong'o takes on a dual role as Helen of Troy and Clytemnestra.
- The film is set to premiere in theaters and IMAX on July 17, 2026.
Christopher Nolan's adaptation of Homer's "The Odyssey" is assembling a monumental cast for its July 17, 2026, release. Matt Damon takes on the titular role of Odysseus, marking his third project with director Nolan. Anne Hathaway will portray Penelope, Odysseus's faithful wife, while Robert Pattinson is set as Antinous, a primary suitor.
Lupita Nyong'o is cast in a significant dual role, playing both Helen of Troy and her sister Clytemnestra. The film's ensemble also features Tom Holland as Telemachus, Zendaya as the goddess Athena, and Charlize Theron as the nymph Calypso.
Directed by Nolan, the "mythic action epic" was filmed using new IMAX technology across diverse international locations including Morocco, Italy, and Greece. Universal Pictures will distribute the film, which promises to bring Homer's ancient tale to the big screen with a modern, star-studded vision.
