The new movie Christopher Nolan next to Universal Picturesfinally revealed its title, and also released the first details of its plot, practically a Christmas gift.
Since it was announced that the Oscar-winning filmmaker was preparing his next project, rumors began to circulate about the film's theme. It was said to be a science fiction story, a helicopter pilot story, until it was a vampire story. Shortly after, Nolan's people denied that information and left the hint that the rumors were not at all close to what the new film is really about.
Now Universal Pictures brings the official information. The studio confirmed that the new film is titled “The Odyssey” and is “a mythical action epic filmed around the world.” It is also confirmed that the film will use a new IMAX film technology, which once again demonstrates Nolan's confidence in this type of film technology.
“The film brings the founding saga of Homer to IMAX cinema screens for the first time and opens in theaters around the world on July 17, 2026,” says part of Universal's message on the networks.
For those who don't know, one of Homer's three poems tells the story of Odysseus, king of Ithaca, and his perilous journey home after the Trojan War, exploring themes of heroism, loyalty, cunning, and fighting. against the divine will. The story includes iconic episodes such as his encounters with dangerous creatures such as the cyclops Polyphemus, the mermaids and the witch goddess Circe. The adventure of this legendary Greek hero culminates with his reunion with his wife, Penelope.
“The Odyssey” by Nolan could become the most faithful adaptation of the text to date. The poem had already been adapted for the big screen, Mario Camerini's film starring the great Kirk Douglas“Ulysses” (1954), was the first. Another adaptation was the 1997 miniseries of the same name by Andrei Konchalovsky and starring Armand Assante. This story has also inspired another film, “O Brother, Where Art Thou?” (2000) by brothers Ethan and Joel Coen.
As for the cast, “The Odyssey” has a large number of confirmed stars: Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, Robert Pattinson, Lupita Nyong'o and Charlize Theron.
This film, Nolan's second with Universal Pictures, is expected to begin filming in early 2025. The July 2026 release date coincides with the deadline Nolan usually uses with his films.
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