Overview
- Jonathan Nolan said he has watched a cut of The Odyssey, describing it as “tremendous,” “spectacular” and “an incredible achievement,” while noting he is not involved with the production.
- Universal Pictures has dated the film for a July 17, 2026 theatrical release.
- The ensemble is led by Matt Damon as Odysseus and Tom Holland as Telemachus, with Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, Lupita Nyong’o, Robert Pattinson, Charlize Theron and Jon Bernthal among the cast.
- Coverage and cast comments highlight that the movie was shot entirely with IMAX cameras, with Damon detailing new on‑set solutions to enable dialogue scenes in the format.
- Some outlets cite unconfirmed reports of an approximately eight‑month shoot, an August 2025 wrap, an extended post‑production period and a roughly $250 million budget, and a minor online dispute surfaced this week over casting speculation.