Christopher Nolan's 'Odyssey' Set for Domestic Release on July 15, 2026 & First Poster Revealed!

In 2023, Christopher Nolan, the greatest filmmaker of our time, who struck the global box office with 〈Oppenheimer〉 and swept major international film festivals including the Academy Awards, returns with an even grander and more magnificent narrative. The film 〈Odyssey〉, which depicts the essence of ancient Greek mythology and is considered the first great epic of humanity, has confirmed its domestic release on July 15, 2026, and has unveiled its first poster, marking the beginning of that journey.

From the 〈Dark Knight〉 trilogy to 〈Inception〉, 〈Interstellar〉, 〈Dunkirk〉, 〈Tenet〉, and now 〈Oppenheimer〉, director Christopher Nolan has expanded the boundaries of cinematic scale, technology, and narrative with each work. On July 15, 2026, he is set to lead audiences on a new voyage with the film 〈Odyssey〉 and has dramatically revealed the first poster.

The film 〈Odyssey〉, which captures the overwhelming scale and narrative of Homer's 'Odyssey', is noted as the most grand project in Nolan's filmography. It tells the story of 'Odysseus', the war hero and king of wisdom who led the Trojan War to victory with the 'Trojan Horse', as he embarks on a grueling journey through an unknown world to return to his homeland where his wife 'Penelope' awaits, spanning a decade. This grand expedition, filled with vast nature, endless voyages, large-scale battles, divine trials, and unimaginable hardships, is set to magnificently convey the meaning of human will, fate, and 'return'.

The unveiled first poster leaves a strong impression, focusing on the back of a warrior facing away, surrounded by a helmet and armor that bear the traces of war, and decorations that resemble a spine, visually expressing the time and weight of a hero who has passed through battle. His face and emotions are hidden, amplifying curiosity about the epic narrative that will unfold in the film and the journey ahead. The calm yet heavy tone of colors and the restrained composition heighten expectations for the scale of the mythological world that will unfold on screen, drawing global attention to the unprecedented new voyage that Christopher Nolan will present.

This project features a dazzling cast that sends shivers down the spine, including Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Robert Pattinson, Lupita Nyong'o, Zendaya, and Charlize Theron, generating explosive reactions and expectations from global fans. The unique depth of character narrative that Nolan is known for, combined with the actors' intricate performances, is set to bring mythological figures to life with even more vivid human faces. Notably, the film 〈Odyssey〉 is the first of Christopher Nolan's works to be shot entirely with IMAX film cameras, marking a historic first in cinema and drawing attention from both inside and outside the film industry. It is reported that approximately 609 kilometers of film were used during the 91-day shooting period, once again proving Nolan's meticulous attention to detail. Additionally, new IMAX filming technology developed exclusively for 〈Odyssey〉 has been utilized, further heightening expectations. Nolan stated, "As a filmmaker, I am always looking for uncharted cinematic territories, things that no one has attempted before," and shared that while he has seen many mythological films growing up, he has never seen a myth brought to life with the weight and authenticity that a Hollywood blockbuster budget and IMAX scale can create, revealing his motivation to adapt Homer's 'Odyssey' into a film.

Furthermore, this project will be filmed on location in over 10 countries, including Italy and Scotland, capturing the overwhelming scale and texture of real nature on screen. With Nolan's dense direction added to the grand natural scenery created by actual locations rather than sets, it promises a new cinematic experience unlike anything ever encountered before. Matt Damon, who plays the lead role of 'Odysseus', also expressed, "It was the best experience of my acting life," revealing his deep affection for the project. He added, "〈Odyssey〉 will be a film that encompasses everything audiences expect from a summer blockbuster," and confidently stated, "It will be the biggest and most entertaining film, feeling like a myth in itself," raising expectations even higher.