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Nolan's 'The Odyssey' Dazzles in London Premiere
6 Jul
Summary
- Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' premiered in London.
- The film stars Matt Damon as Odysseus and Anne Hathaway as Penelope.
- It is expected to earn $80M-$100M in its North American opening.
The world premiere for Christopher Nolan's adaptation of Homer's epic poem, 'The Odyssey,' took place in London's Leicester Square. Celebrities such as Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Zendaya, Anne Hathaway, Robert Pattinson, and Charlize Theron graced the red carpet for the event. Matt Damon stars as the warrior Odysseus, navigating his challenging journey home to his wife Penelope, portrayed by Anne Hathaway, and their son Telemachus, played by Tom Holland.
Filmed entirely with IMAX cameras, 'The Odyssey' follows Nolan's successful 2023 film 'Oppenheimer.' The movie is projected to achieve an opening range of $80 million to $100 million in North American theaters on July 17. This follows 'Oppenheimer,' which garnered $82.4 million in its opening weekend after predictions of $40 million to $50 million.
Several other cast members were in attendance, including Jon Bernthal, Elliot Page, Himesh Patel, and Mia Goth. The film's ambitious release campaign began in London over the weekend with a photo call against the city's skyline.
