The Odyssey (2026) Christopher Nolan
In this bold cinematic adaptation of Homer’s legendary epic, Matt Damon stars as Odysseus, the war-hardened king of Ithaca, struggling to return home after the fall of Troy. As he embarks on a perilous voyage across treacherous seas, he faces mythical beasts, vengeful gods, and the darkest depths of his own soul. Alongside him, a young warrior played by Tom Holland—a loyal yet inexperienced companion—joins the odyssey, learning the true cost of heroism.
As their journey unfolds, Odysseus must outwit the cunning Cyclops, resist the deadly Sirens, and survive the wrath of Poseidon, all while battling the ghosts of his past. Meanwhile, in Ithaca, his wife Penelope fends off ruthless suitors, holding onto hope that her husband is still alive. The passage of time becomes both a curse and a test of faith, as the gods weave a destiny neither man nor mortal can escape.