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Defy the gods.

The Odyssey (2026)

Runtime 173 min
Release date 15/07/2026
Country United Kingdom, United States of America
Production
Universal Pictures Universal Pictures
Syncopy Syncopy
Overview
Odysseus, the legendary King of Ithaca, embarks on a long and perilous journey home following the Trojan War. Throughout his voyage, he is forced to confront the whims of gods, mythological monsters, and trials that stretch both his cunning and his humanity to the breaking point.
Directors & Screenwriters
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Christopher Nolan
Director
Cast
Matt Damon profile photo
Matt Damon
as Odysseus
Tom Holland profile photo
Tom Holland
as Telemachus
Anne Hathaway profile photo
Anne Hathaway
as Penelope
Robert Pattinson profile photo
Robert Pattinson
as Antinous
Himesh Patel profile photo
Himesh Patel
as Eurylochus
All trailers
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The EPIC journey of The Odyssey will be back in IMAX this FRIDAY

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The Odyssey has officially reached $1B worldwide

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See it to believe it.

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Duration: 00:17
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Biggest IMAX opening of 2026!

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Christopher Nolan's BIGGEST opening weekend.

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Duration: 00:14
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As Nolan intended

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Duration: 00:25
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Something's landed on our shores Mzansi

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Duration: 00:31
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The wait is over. The Odyssey is in cinemas now.

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The hype is real.

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Duration: 00:35
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Official Countdown Trailer

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Duration: 02:31
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On July 17 embark on an epic journey

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Official New Trailer

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Duration: 02:32
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Official Trailer

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Duration: 01:54
Did You Know?
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Matt Damon literally rode a real storm for Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’

Guillermo del Toro let fans in on a wild behind‑the‑scenes moment from Christopher Nolan’s epic: when the director asked how Matt Damon managed the iconic ocean‑storm sequence, Damon replied, “We put him in a storm in the ocean.” The anecdote surfaced during del Toro’s Reddit AMA while promoting the re‑release of Pan’s Labyrinth, underscoring the lengths the cast and crew went to keep the film entirely practical. Nolan’s commitment to hand‑crafted effects means no digital doubles or green‑screen tricks—just as he did with the massive fall of Troy. Del Toro used the story to argue that accidental details—a stray water droplet on the lens, a camera shake—add a vital, organic realism that CGI and AI often miss. He recalled a 1993‑94 conversation with James Cameron about “Terminator 2,” where intentional “accidents” made the image feel authentic. The payoff has been monumental. The R‑rated adaptation of Homer’s poem has already crossed $1.6 billion worldwide, poised to become Universal’s biggest box‑office hit, overtaking Jurassic World. Co‑star Himesh Patel hopes Nolan’s restrained use of CGI will inspire a new wave of practical filmmaking across Hollywood. “The Odyssey” remains in theaters, and fans can dive deeper with a 5‑star review and a guide to the film’s departures from the original poem, all while the industry watches to see if the era of handcrafted spectacle makes a comeback.
gamesradar.com
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Don’t let a fake “free” stream steal your wallet – the new “The Odyssey” scam is real.

As anticipation builds for Christopher Nolan’s blockbuster "The Odyssey," a wave of counterfeit streaming sites has flooded search results, flaunting glossy artwork, fake reviews and promises of free, multilingual access. The Better Business Bureau warns that these glossy pages are a front for scammers who know a hot release can lure viewers into a single click. The trap usually starts with an ad or search link that redirects to a site mimicking a legitimate service. Visitors are asked to create an account and then provide a credit or debit card to activate a "free trial." In reality, the information is harvested for fraudulent charges, leaving unsuspecting fans with unexpected bills and potential identity theft. Beyond financial loss, the fake portals can drop malware onto users’ computers. Cybersecurity researchers have identified downloadable files labeled as "The Odyssey" that are actually Windows executables—a classic tactic that can infect systems with viruses or spyware. The FTC has repeatedly warned that such offers are a breeding ground for malicious software. The BBB urges fans to stick to official studio pages or reputable streaming platforms, verify URLs, avoid installing unknown programs, and keep security software up to date. The same scheme has plagued other high‑profile releases, from "Barbie" to major sporting events, so a healthy dose of skepticism is the best defense against these streaming scams.
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