Epic swing: Nolan's next film will be an adaptation of Homer's poem (5 photos)

Christopher Nolan's next big film will be an adaptation of Homer's Odyssey. Yes, that very poem. The author of Inception and Interstellar will act as both director and screenwriter.





Christopher Nolan's upcoming film will be an adaptation of the poem Odyssey, written by Homer around the 8th century BC. Information about the film was shared by Universal Pictures. The film company will be responsible for distributing the film worldwide. A



The story, like the cult original, centers on Odysseus, the king of Ithaca. According to the plot, the main character sets off on a long and dangerous journey to return home to his family after the end of the Trojan War. During his travels, the brave warrior will face many trials, including a meeting with the Cyclops and mythical nymphs.





The director has assembled a star-studded cast for "The Odyssey." The cast includes Tom Holland, Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, Robert Pattinson, Charlize Theron, and Lupita Nyong'o.



The film will be shot using the latest version of IMAX technology, representatives of Universal Pictures said. The blockbuster will be released in 2026. Filming will begin in the first half of 2025.