Christopher Nolan to Adapt Homer’s ‘The Odyssey’ for Next Project

Christopher Nolan, the mastermind behind blockbuster hits like “Inception,” “The Dark Knight,” and “Dunkirk,” is gearing up for his next big project. This time, Nolan is set to bring audiences on a mythic adventure to ancient Greece with his upcoming film, “The Odyssey.”

The film, produced by Universal Pictures, promises to be an epic action-packed journey shot using the latest IMAX film technology. A screen adaptation of Homer’s classic tale, “The Odyssey” follows a hero’s arduous 10-year quest back home after the Trojan War. Set to hit theaters worldwide on July 17, 2026, this adaptation marks the first time Homer’s legendary saga will come to life on IMAX screens.

With a star-studded cast that includes A-listers like Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, Robert Pattinson, Lupita Nyong’o, and Charlize Theron, this film is expected to be a cinematic spectacle. Fans of Nolan’s work will be thrilled to see familiar faces like Pattinson, Damon, and Hathaway, who have previously collaborated with the acclaimed director on projects like “Tenet,” “Interstellar,” and “Oppenheimer.”

While the film has not started shooting yet, Holland shared his excitement about joining the project on a recent episode of “The Dish” podcast. With Nolan at the helm, “The Odyssey” is sure to be a visually stunning and gripping cinematic experience that will transport audiences to a world of ancient myths and legendary heroes.