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Odyssey (The Odyssey) is a 2026 British-American adventure fantasy action film directed by Christopher Nolan from a screenplay by Christopher Nolan and based on the epic ancient Greek poem "„Odyssey“" from the 8th century BC by Homer. The film premieres in the United States on July 17, 2026.
„Odyssey“" is the new masterpiece of Christopher Nolan – a director known for depth, visual power and temporal layers (Oppenheimer, Genesis). It takes Homer's ancient Greek epic and transforms Odysseus' journey into a psychological, emotional, and visual odyssey for its time. The film is conceived as a full-length epic cinema, shot entirely in 70mm IMAX—the first large-scale blockbuster in the history of such a technique.
After the Trojan War, Odysseus (Matt Damon) begins his long and dangerous journey to his native Ithaca, in pursuit of home, family, and justice. Encounters with the Cyclops, the Sirens, and the sorceress Circe promise not only mythological flavor but also psychological thunder - the ancient world comes to life through modern eyes.
The locations span the globe—from Sicily to Scotland, Morocco, and Greece—giving the landscape an authentic feel, and the visuals are enhanced with real-world stunts and minimal CGI. The music and photography are by the same creatives who made Oppenheimer a textbook in suspense and suspense.
„Odyssey“" is not just a movie — it's a gripping odyssey for viewers who want to immerse themselves in myth, battle, and comeback with a modern heart. Christopher Nolan doesn't just adapt a classic — he reimagines it.
