It was followed by commercial and critical success OppenheimerChristopher Nolan begins work on his next film. Since then we have heard information about the involvement of some actors, but it was not confirmed until yesterday Working on a film adaptation of this acclaimed director The Odyssey, Which will use completely new IMAX technology.
Through his social network, Universal Pictures confirmed that Nolan is currently directing an adaptation The OdysseyA book that presents Odysseus’ epic journey back home after the Trojan War. Best of all, a release date was also shared, and that’s it The Odyssey Hits theaters on July 17, 2026
“Christopher Nolan’s upcoming film ‘The Odyssey’ is a mythological action epic shot around the world using the new IMAX film technology. “The film brings Homer’s founding story to IMAX cinema screens for the first time and opens in theaters worldwide on July 17, 2026.”
Christopher Nolan’s next film ‘The Odyssey’ is a mythological action epic shot around the world using the brand new IMAX film technology. The film brings Homer’s original story to IMAX movie screens for the first time and opens in theaters everywhere on July 17, 2026.
— Universal Pics (@UniversalPics) December 23, 2024
Although production details are scarce, we do know that the actors are loved Matt Damon, Charlize Theron, Tom Holland, Zendaya, Anne Hathaway, Lupita Nyong’o and Robert Pattinson are involved. In this project, though, their role is still a mystery. Considering the cultural importance of Homer’s work, Nolan has a large body of work on it, and this will surely be the first approach many will have to this epic.
remember, The Odyssey Hits theaters on July 17, 2026And it will probably be months before we get more information about this project On a related topic, you can find more details about this film here. Similarly, Nolan spoke about participating in 007.
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Considering its cultural importance The OdysseyIt will be interesting to see how Nolan adapts this work to a new generation, which may not have seen this book in real life. There will surely be many changes in the story, but one thing is sure that it will be a scene like no other.
Through: Universal Pictures
