Ambitions define the horizon. This must also apply to Christopher Nolan, who many fans consider to be one of the greatest directors of our time. Accordingly, the dimension of his film material probably grows. After Tenet, which was told backwards and forwards at the same time, and Oppenheimer, which deals with the invention of the atomic bomb, the content of Nolan’s new film is now finally known: He is filming the adventure epic The Odyssey.
Christopher Nolan is filming a 2,700-year-old adventure story with 1,000 stars
The first real information about the plot comes from a statement from Universal Studios, which the Hollywood Reporter quotes:
Christopher Nolan’s new film The Odyssey is a mythical action epic shot around the world using brand new IMAX technology. The film brings Homer’s groundbreaking saga to IMAX screens for the first time and will be released in theaters on July 17, 2026.
The Odyssey is an epic poem classically attributed to the Greek poet Homer. Although the dating is controversial, many scientists estimate its age at least 2700 years.
The story revolves around the Greek king and general Odysseus after the ten-year battle for Troy, which he decided with his Trojan Horse ruse, wants to return home. But it will take another ten years of wandering before he returns to the shores of his island of Ithaca, his son Telemachus and his wife Penelope.
The Odyssey is considered one of the most important pieces of writing in the world, the foundation of Western culture and one of the greatest epics of all time. It has been over the years adapted countless times for television or cinema.
It seems fitting that Nolan, of all people, should direct a story of such dimensions. It is not yet known exactly which aspects of Odysseus’ wanderings he wants to illuminate. However, there will be 1000 stars in front of the camera.
It was recently announced that Charlize Theron has taken on a role in the film. Tom Holland and Zendaya were already on board at this point. Not to mention Matt Damon, Robert Pattinson or Lupita Nyong’o.
When will Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey be released in cinemas?
Even though Christopher Nolan’s new adventure epic will be a while away, the theatrical release is already known: As Universal already explained in its press release, the film will be released in US cinemas on July 17, 2026. In this country it will be published on July 16, 2026 out of.