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Synopsis of The Odyssey – Christopher Nolan’s New Epic Film with Cast List

Movie18 Jul 2026 12:41 GMT+7

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Synopsis of The Odyssey – Christopher Nolan’s New Epic Film with Cast List

The new blockbuster film " The Odyssey " is an action-adventure fantasy directed by Christopher Nolan, adapted from the timeless epic by Homer —one of the most influential literary works worldwide. Filmed across several countries using the latest IMAX technology, it brings this grand adventure to the IMAX screen for the first time in a fully realized form true to Nolan’s vision.

Synopsis of The Odyssey (2026): What is the epic about?

The Odyssey tells the story of Odysseus, a great hero who sets out to return home after the Trojan War. What should have been a short journey stretches to ten years, as he faces supernatural obstacles, tests from gods, and numerous enemies along the way. During his voyage, Odysseus confronts

the cyclops Polyphemus, a fierce one-eyed giant, the alluring songs of the Sirens, and the magical spells of the witch Circe, among countless other dangers, testing his intelligence, courage, and endurance.Meanwhile,Penelope,

Odysseus’s wife, waits steadfastly for her husband's return despite the passing years, amid pressures and events unfolding in their kingdom. The Odyssey reinterprets the legendary epic Over decades,

The Odyssey

has been adapted into films, plays, and various art forms, inspiring many contemporary works. But Christopher Nolan’s version attracts special attention as it marks the first time the acclaimed director of Inception, Interstellar, and Oppenheimer has created a full-length film based on this Greek mythological epic. His distinctive storytelling style, combined with grand production scale and new IMAX filming technology, has movie fans worldwide eager to see how Nolan will portray Odysseus’s monumental journey. Details of The Odyssey (มหากาพย์โอดิสซี) and cast list

The Odyssey (มหากาพย์โอดิสซี) premiered in Thailand on 16 July 2026, runs 173 minutes, and holds an 8.2 rating on IMDb. The main cast includes:

Matt Damon

as Odysseus,

  • Anne Hathaway as Penelope,
  • Robert Pattinson as Antinous,
  • Tom Holland as Telemachus,
  • Lupita Nyong'o as Helen of Troy,
  • Zendaya as Athena,
  • Charlize Theron as Calypso,
  • Jon Bernthal as Menelaus.
  • For fans of Christopher Nolan and Greek mythology, The Odyssey

is one of the most eagerly awaited blockbuster films of the year, blending legendary storytelling, spectacular production, and fresh interpretation by a leading Hollywood director. It promises to bring this over 2,000-year-old epic vividly back to life on the IMAX screen.