A journey of a lifetime, forged in blood and fire. After ten years of war, Odysseus must fight his way home — through monsters, gods, and the ghosts of his past. The epic returns.
The Odyssey (2026)
The Voyage Home
After the fall of Troy, Greek king Odysseus (Matt Damon) embarks on a perilous 10‑year journey to return to Ithaca and his queen, Penelope (Anne Hathaway). But the gods are not done with him. From the cyclops' cave to the witch‑goddess Calypso's island, every step tests his cunning, his faith, and his soul. Meanwhile, his son Telemachus (Tom Holland) fights to protect his mother's throne from a ruthless gang of suitors led by Antinous (Robert Pattinson).
Odysseus
King of Ithaca, master strategist, haunted survivor of the Trojan War
Telemachus
Son of Odysseus, coming of age in a court of wolves and suitors
Penelope
Queen of Ithaca, weaving hope and defiance while awaiting her king
The Legendary Cast
Matt Damon
as Odysseus
Tom Holland
as Telemachus
Anne Hathaway
as Penelope
Robert Pattinson
as Antinous
Lupita Nyong'o
as Helen / Clytemnestra
Charlize Theron
as Calypso
Zendaya
as Athena
Legendary Encounters
Poseidon's Wrath
Odysseus defies the god of the sea (Act I)
The Bow of Eurytus
Telemachus faces the suitors' challenge (Act III)
Calypso's Isle
Seven years of temptation and captivity (Act II)
Athena's Counsel
The goddess of wisdom reveals the final path (Climax)
Powerful Themes
Hubris & Humility
Pride before the fall — and the grace to survive it
Faith & Doubt
When the gods speak, do you listen or rebel?
Homecoming
The longest journey is the one that brings you back
Behind The Scenes
Based On
Homer's Odyssey
Budget
~$150M
Distributor
Universal Pictures
Filming Locations
Greece, Italy, UK
Cinematography
Hoyte van Hoytema
Music
Ludwig Göransson
Critical Reception & Success
"A monumental achievement. Nolan redefines the epic genre with visceral intensity and emotional depth."
— The Hollywood Reporter
"Damon's Odysseus is a towering performance — cunning, broken, and utterly human."
— Variety
🔥 Now in Theaters Worldwide
94% on Rotten Tomatoes · 89% audience score. Critics call it "the definitive Odyssey" and "a visual poem of war and longing."
Award Buzz
Academy Award buzz for Cinematography, Score, and Best Actor
IMAX Experience
Shot with IMAX cameras for immersive grandeur
The film has been praised for its faithful adaptation while expanding the epic with Nolan's signature visionary style.
Why This Epic Matters
This groundbreaking film redefines the epic genre by:
- Timeless Myth: Honors Homer's poem while speaking to modern struggles
- Visual Mastery: Practical effects, ancient landscapes, and IMAX grandeur
- Stellar Cast: A once‑in‑a‑generation ensemble led by Damon, Holland, Hathaway
- Emotional Core: Not just a war epic — a story of family, loyalty, and resilience
- Cultural Touchstone: Reintroduces the Odyssey to a new generation
⚠️ Content Warning: Contains intense sequences of war, violence, and mythological horror; mature themes, brief nudity, and peril.
Where to Watch
In Theaters
IMAX · 4DX · Standard
Streaming
Coming to Prime Video
Digital Pre-Order
Apple TV · Vudu · Google Play