Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey features a striking historical anachronism: a Viking longship standing in for Odysseus's Bronze Age Greek vessel. Rather than relying on digital effects, Nolan reportedly used a real, ocean-faring Viking ship replica to bring the ancient epic to life on screen.

Viking ship crew recounts epic voyage for Nolan’s film

Director Christopher Nolan praised SS Rajamouli's RRR, calling it a milestone that helped Indian cinema break into the US market. While promoting The Odyssey in India, Nolan said the success of films like RRR is opening new opportunities for Indian filmmakers and actors on the global stage.

Christopher Nolan praises SS Rajamouli's 'RRR' 

Director Christopher Nolan has revealed why he decided to leave out one of Homer's oldest jokes while adapting The Odyssey for the big screen. Nolan explained that the 3,000-year-old Greek pun involving Odysseus' famous "Nobody" trick did not translate well to modern cinema, despite being one of the epic's most iconic moments.


Christopher Nolan reimagines the trojan horse in 'The Odyssey'

Christopher Nolan, along with actors Matt Damon and Tom Holland, were in Mumbai for the premiere of their upcoming film The Odyssey.

Christopher Nolan on why he chose India as part of The Odyssey press tour

Mumbai is set to host a landmark cinematic event as Christopher Nolan arrives in India for the first-ever Indian premiere of one of his films. The acclaimed filmmaker will be joined by producer Emma Thomas and stars Matt Damon and Tom Holland for The Odyssey's global premiere event on July 10 and 11.

Christopher Nolan brings 'The Odyssey' to Mumbai for historic India premiere

New behind-the-scenes pictures of Tom Holland from the sets of Christopher Nolan's upcoming fantasy epic The Odyssey in Greece have surfaced online. Holland is rumoured to be playing Telemachus, the son of the Greek hero Odysseus, played by Matt Damon.
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<h2>Nolan&rsquo;s adaptation of Homer&rsquo;s classic&nbsp;</h2>
The film is an adaptation of Homer&rsquo;s The Odyssey, which follows Odysseus on his decade-long voyage home after the Trojan War. Cursed by Poseidon, the Greek god of the sea, Odysseus and his crew must navigate a treacherous journey filled with mythical creatures and divine obstacles.
Telemachus, Odysseus&rsquo; son, struggles to rid Ithaca of his mother&rsquo;s violent suitors, who have taken over the kingdom, believing Odysseus to be dead.
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Marvel has reportedly pushed back the release of Spider-Man 4 to prevent competition with The Odyssey, allowing Holland to focus on his role in Nolan&rsquo;s highly anticipated film.
Robert Downey Jr. was also offered a part in The Odyssey but declined due to scheduling conflicts with&nbsp;Avengers: Doomsday.
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<h2>Production and release details</h2>
The Odyssey is Nolan&rsquo;s most expensive project to date, with a budget of $250 million. It will utilise cutting-edge IMAX technology to bring Homer&rsquo;s legendary tale to life. Filming began in February in the United Kingdom and is currently underway in the Aeolian Islands in Sicily, Italy.
The film features an all-star ensemble cast, including Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, Lupita Nyong&rsquo;o, Robert Pattinson, Charlize Theron, Jon Bernthal, Benny Safdie, John Leguizamo, Himesh Patel, Bill Irwin, and Samantha Morton.
The Odyssey is set for a worldwide release on 17 July 2026.
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Discover Tom Holland's latest behind-the-scenes look from Christopher Nolan's fantasy epic Odyssey, a thrilling adaptation of Homer's timeless classic The Odyssey.

New behind-the-scenes pictures of Tom Holland from the sets of Christopher Nolan's upcoming fantasy epic The Odyssey in Greece have surfaced online. Holland is rumoured to be playing Telemachus, the son of the Greek hero Odysseus, played by Matt Damon. Also Read: Robert Downey Jr. turned down Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey due to Avengers: Doomsday Nolan’s adaptation of Homer’s classic The film is an adaptation of Homer’s The Odyssey, which follows Odysseus on his decade-long voyage home after the Trojan War. Cursed by Poseidon, the Greek god of the sea, Odysseus and his crew must navigate a treacherous journey filled with mythical creatures and divine obstacles. Telemachus, Odysseus’ son, struggles to rid Ithaca of his mother’s violent suitors, who have taken over the kingdom, believing Odysseus to be dead. Tom Holland FIRST LOOK on The Odyssey Film Set. pic.twitter.com/7OM1FB5aMl — UnBoxPHD (@UnBoxPHD) March 12, 2025 Also Read: Sadie Sink joins the cast of Tom Holland's Spider-Man 4 Marvel has reportedly pushed back the release of Spider-Man 4 to prevent competition with The Odyssey, allowing Holland to focus on his role in Nolan’s highly anticipated film. Robert Downey Jr. was also offered a part in The Odyssey but declined due to scheduling conflicts with Avengers: Doomsday. Tom Holland Filming for The Odyssey. pic.twitter.com/riijEfXioY — UnBoxPHD (@UnBoxPHD) March 12, 2025 Also Read: New BTS pics from Daredevil: Born Again sets up clash with Kingpin Production and release details The Odyssey is Nolan’s most expensive project to date, with a budget of $250 million. It will utilise cutting-edge IMAX technology to bring Homer’s legendary tale to life. Filming began in February in the United Kingdom and is currently underway in the Aeolian Islands in Sicily, Italy. The film features an all-star ensemble cast, including Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, Lupita Nyong’o, Robert Pattinson, Charlize Theron, Jon Bernthal, Benny Safdie, John Leguizamo, Himesh Patel, Bill Irwin, and Samantha Morton. The Odyssey is set for a worldwide release on 17 July 2026. Also Read: Kim Soo-hyun’s old interview about romancing a child actress resurfaces amid controversy

BTS pics of Tom Holland from the sets of Christopher Nolan's Odyssey are out

Robert Downey Jr. had to turn down a role in Christopher Nolan's upcoming epic The Odyssey due to his prior commitments to Marvel's Avengers: Doomsday, which will mark his return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) after 2019's Avengers: Endgame.
Nolan and Downey had previously worked together on the 2023 biopic Oppenheimer, in which Downey played Lewis Strauss, a performance that won him the Oscar for Best Supporting Actor.
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<h2>Downey was offered the role of Poseidon</h2>
Nolan had offered Downey the role of the Greek god of the sea, Poseidon, who serves as the main antagonist in the movie. However, due to scheduling conflicts, Downey had to decline the offer. Filming for the movie is currently underway in Morocco.
<h2>A grand adaptation of The Odyssey</h2>
The film is an adaptation of Homer's classic epic The Odyssey, which follows the decade-long sea voyage of the Greek hero Odysseus, King of Ithaca, after the Trojan War. Cursed by Poseidon, the Greek god of the sea, Odysseus and his crew must navigate a perilous journey home.
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<h2>Star-studded cast</h2>
Matt Damon will play the role of Odysseus. The rest of the cast includes Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, Lupita Nyong&rsquo;o, Robert Pattinson, Charlize Theron, Jon Bernthal, Benny Safdie, John Leguizamo, Himesh Patel, Bill Irwin, and Samantha Morton.
<h2>Nolan&rsquo;s most expensive project yet</h2>
With a budget of $250 million, The Odyssey will be Nolan&rsquo;s most expensive project to date. The film will utilise the latest IMAX technology to bring the epic to life. Filming began in February in the UK.
The Odyssey is scheduled for a worldwide release on July 17, 2026.
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<h2>Downey&rsquo;s return to the MCU</h2>
Meanwhile, Robert Downey Jr. will take on the role of the villainous Doctor Doom in Avengers: Doomsday, directed by the Russo Brothers. The highly anticipated film is expected to hit cinemas in 2026.
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Robert Downey Jr. was offered a part in Christopher Nolan's upcoming film The Odyssey but ultimately decided to turn down the role due to Avengers: Doomsday.

Robert Downey Jr. had to turn down a role in Christopher Nolan's upcoming epic The Odyssey due to his prior commitments to Marvel's Avengers: Doomsday, which will mark his return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) after 2019's Avengers: Endgame. Nolan and Downey had previously worked together on the 2023 biopic Oppenheimer, in which Downey played Lewis Strauss, a performance that won him the Oscar for Best Supporting Actor. Also Read: Oscars 2025 Full Winners List | Here is the complete list of winners Downey was offered the role of Poseidon Nolan had offered Downey the role of the Greek god of the sea, Poseidon, who serves as the main antagonist in the movie. However, due to scheduling conflicts, Downey had to decline the offer. Filming for the movie is currently underway in Morocco. A grand adaptation of The Odyssey The film is an adaptation of Homer's classic epic The Odyssey, which follows the decade-long sea voyage of the Greek hero Odysseus, King of Ithaca, after the Trojan War. Cursed by Poseidon, the Greek god of the sea, Odysseus and his crew must navigate a perilous journey home. Also Read: Oscars 2025: In memoriam tribute leaves out Michelle Trachtenberg Star-studded cast Matt Damon will play the role of Odysseus. The rest of the cast includes Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, Lupita Nyong’o, Robert Pattinson, Charlize Theron, Jon Bernthal, Benny Safdie, John Leguizamo, Himesh Patel, Bill Irwin, and Samantha Morton. Nolan’s most expensive project yet With a budget of $250 million, The Odyssey will be Nolan’s most expensive project to date. The film will utilise the latest IMAX technology to bring the epic to life. Filming began in February in the UK. The Odyssey is scheduled for a worldwide release on July 17, 2026. Also Read: Oscars 2025 highlights: Anora wins Best Picture, Mikey Madison and Adrien Brody take acting honours Downey’s return to the MCU Meanwhile, Robert Downey Jr. will take on the role of the villainous Doctor Doom in Avengers: Doomsday, directed by the Russo Brothers. The highly anticipated film is expected to hit cinemas in 2026. Also Read: Oscars 2025 Red Carpet: Selena Gomez, Ariana Grande and more - check all the celebrity looks

Robert Downey Jr. turned down Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey due to Avengers: Doomsday

Marvel has confirmed that Spider-Man 4's release date has been pushed back by one week. Originally set for July 24, 2026, the film will now hit theatres on July 31, 2026. It is the third project in Phase 6 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).
The delay is likely to avoid competition with Christopher Nolan&rsquo;s upcoming period epic, The Odyssey, which also stars Tom Holland in a leading role.
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<h2>What is The Odyssey About?</h2>
Christopher Nolan&rsquo;s The Odyssey is an adaptation of Homer&rsquo;s classic epic. It follows the decade-long journey of Greek hero Odysseus, King of Ithaca, as he attempts to return home after the Trojan War. Cursed by Poseidon, the Greek god of the sea, Odysseus and his crew must navigate a treacherous voyage filled with mythical creatures and divine obstacles.
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The film stars Matt Damon as Odysseus, while Tom Holland is rumoured to play his son, Telemachus. The Odyssey is set for release on July 17, 2026.
<h2>Everything we know about Spider-Man 4</h2>
Marvel fans can take comfort in the fact that Spider-Man 4 has only been delayed by a week. Additionally, Tom Holland&rsquo;s Spider-Man will appear in Avengers: Doomsday, marking the return of Robert Downey Jr. to the MCU.
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Downey is set to play the iconic villain Doctor Doom, who is rumoured to kill Kang the Conqueror and set the stage for Avengers: Secret Wars. The film, which is scheduled for a worldwide release on May 1, 2026, is expected to feature both the Fantastic Four and Spider-Man.
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Marvel has announced a delay in the release of the next Spider-Man film, pushing back the anticipated return of the web-slinging hero to the big screen.

Marvel has confirmed that Spider-Man 4's release date has been pushed back by one week. Originally set for July 24, 2026, the film will now hit theatres on July 31, 2026. It is the third project in Phase 6 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). The delay is likely to avoid competition with Christopher Nolan’s upcoming period epic, The Odyssey, which also stars Tom Holland in a leading role. Also Read: Ne Zha 2 dethrones Inside Out 2, becomes highest grossing animated movie of all time What is The Odyssey About? Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey is an adaptation of Homer’s classic epic. It follows the decade-long journey of Greek hero Odysseus, King of Ithaca, as he attempts to return home after the Trojan War. Cursed by Poseidon, the Greek god of the sea, Odysseus and his crew must navigate a treacherous voyage filled with mythical creatures and divine obstacles. Also Read: Dave Bautista calls on fans to lobby Netflix for Gears of War adaptation The film stars Matt Damon as Odysseus, while Tom Holland is rumoured to play his son, Telemachus. The Odyssey is set for release on July 17, 2026. Everything we know about Spider-Man 4 Marvel fans can take comfort in the fact that Spider-Man 4 has only been delayed by a week. Additionally, Tom Holland’s Spider-Man will appear in Avengers: Doomsday, marking the return of Robert Downey Jr. to the MCU. Also Read: Dragon X Review: Here's what netizens are saying about Pradeep Ranganathan's coming-of-age comedy Downey is set to play the iconic villain Doctor Doom, who is rumoured to kill Kang the Conqueror and set the stage for Avengers: Secret Wars. The film, which is scheduled for a worldwide release on May 1, 2026, is expected to feature both the Fantastic Four and Spider-Man. Also Read: James Gunn and Zack Snyder reunite. Could a DCU comeback be in the works?

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The Jet Propulsion Laboratory of NASA has released an image of a sea&nbsp;of dark dunes, sculpted by the wind into long lines, surrounds Mars' northern polar cap and covers an area as big as Texas.

In this false-color image, areas with cooler temperatures are recorded in bluer tints, while warmer features are depicted in yellows and oranges. Thus, the dark, sun-warmed dunes glow with a golden color. This image covers an area 19 miles (30 kilometres) wide.&nbsp;

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This scene combines images taken during the period from December 2002 to November 2004 by the Thermal Emission Imaging System instrument on the Mars Odyssey orbiter. It is part of a special set of images marking the 20th anniversary of Odyssey, the longest-working Mars spacecraft in history. The pictured location on Mars is 80.3 degrees north latitude, 172.1 degrees east longitude.

For two decades, the longest-lived spacecraft at the Red Planet has helped locate water ice, assess landing sites, and study the planet’s mysterious moons.

NASA’s 2001 Mars Odyssey spacecraft launched 20 years ago on April 7, making it the oldest spacecraft still working at the Red Planet. The orbiter, which takes its name from Arthur C. Clarke’s classic sci-fi novel “2001: A Space Odyssey” (Clarke blessed its use before launch), was sent to map the composition of the Martian surface, providing a window to the past so scientists could piece together how the planet evolved.

But it’s done far more than that, uncovering troves of water ice, serving as a crucial communications link for other spacecraft, and helping to pave the way not just for safer landings but also future astronauts.

The Jet Propulsion Laboratory of NASA has released an image of a sea of dark dunes, sculpted by the wind into long lines, surrounds Mars' northern polar cap and covers an area as big as Texas.

The Jet Propulsion Laboratory of NASA has released an image of a sea of dark dunes, sculpted by the wind into long lines, surrounds Mars' northern polar cap and covers an area as big as Texas. In this false-color image, areas with cooler temperatures are recorded in bluer tints, while warmer features are depicted in yellows and oranges. Thus, the dark, sun-warmed dunes glow with a golden color. This image covers an area 19 miles (30 kilometres) wide. Also Read | NASA's Hubble telescope clicks haunting image of a dying galaxy This scene combines images taken during the period from December 2002 to November 2004 by the Thermal Emission Imaging System instrument on the Mars Odyssey orbiter. It is part of a special set of images marking the 20th anniversary of Odyssey, the longest-working Mars spacecraft in history. The pictured location on Mars is 80.3 degrees north latitude, 172.1 degrees east longitude. For two decades, the longest-lived spacecraft at the Red Planet has helped locate water ice, assess landing sites, and study the planet’s mysterious moons. NASA’s 2001 Mars Odyssey spacecraft launched 20 years ago on April 7, making it the oldest spacecraft still working at the Red Planet. The orbiter, which takes its name from Arthur C. Clarke’s classic sci-fi novel “2001: A Space Odyssey” (Clarke blessed its use before launch), was sent to map the composition of the Martian surface, providing a window to the past so scientists could piece together how the planet evolved. But it’s done far more than that, uncovering troves of water ice, serving as a crucial communications link for other spacecraft, and helping to pave the way not just for safer landings but also future astronauts.

NASA releases stunning image of magical 'sea of dunes' on Mars

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