First Look: Christopher Nolan's Epic 'The Odyssey' Reveals Stunning Images and Prologue
The first official images and an exclusive IMAX prologue for Christopher Nolan's highly anticipated mythic action epic,
, have been released, offering a glimpse into the director's most ambitious project to date. The film, an adaptation of Homer's foundational Greek poem, is the first feature to be shot entirely on IMAX film cameras and is slated for release on July 17, 2026.
A Glimpse into the Mythic World
New photos from an Empire magazine exclusive provide a closer look at the all-star cast in character. Audiences can see Matt Damon as the cunning King Odysseus, Anne Hathaway as his wife Penelope, Tom Holland as their son Telemachus, and Robert Pattinson as the antagonist Antinous.
The initial visuals highlight the film's commitment to large-scale, practical effects and a sense of realism, with Nolan explaining he "shot over 2 million feet of film" to capture the harrowing nature of Odysseus's journey home after the Trojan War.
The Prologue Event
In a classic Nolan move, a six-minute extended prologue is currently playing exclusively before select 70mm IMAX screenings of other films. The footage reportedly depicts the iconic story of the Trojan Horse and a montage of encounters with mythical creatures like the Cyclops, setting a tone that is both grounded and fantastical.
The All-Star Cast and Creative Team
The Odyssey boasts one of the most stacked ensembles in recent memory, with key roles confirmed as follows:
Odysseus: Matt Damon
Penelope: Anne Hathaway
Telemachus: Tom Holland
Athena: Zendaya
Circe: Charlize Theron
Antinous: Robert Pattinson
Menelaus: Jon Bernthal
The film, shot on location across Morocco, Greece, Italy, Scotland, and Iceland, promises a sweeping cinematic experience that brings an ancient epic to the big screen like never before.
Stay tuned for the official worldwide trailer release, expected soon. The journey begins on July 17, 2026.
All pictures below are courtesy Universal Pictures.
