The Odyssey cast: Full list of confirmed actors for Christopher Nolan film
The story centers on the Greek hero Odysseus, who is the ruler of Ithaca. He embarks on a dangerous voyage to return home after the Trojan War, facing numerous formidable foes during his travels, such as the Cyclops Polyphemus, the enchanting Sirens, and the sorceress Circe. The narrative delves into themes of bravery, determination, revenge, and the influence of the gods.
Universal Studios announced to The Hollywood Reporter that Christopher Nolan's upcoming movie, The Odyssey, is a grand action saga filmed in various global locations, utilizing cutting-edge IMAX film technology.
The movie adapts Homer's classic tale for IMAX for the very first time and is set to hit theaters nationwide on July 17, 2026.
It has already been announced that the film will have a superstar lineup, featuring Tom Holland among the cast.
"Honestly, I can't say that I fully understand what the film is about," Holland shared on The Dish podcast. "I'm really looking forward to it, but not much has been revealed about the project so far. I had a meeting with [Nolan], which was amazing. He gave me a vague overview of the concept, and I have no doubt that he'll share more details when the time is right."
Curious about the additional cast members and their potential roles? Keep reading for more details.
Here’s the current lineup of confirmed actors. Keep reading for additional details about these stars.
Matt Damon Stars In TBC Role
Matt Damon portrays Jason Bourne in The Bourne Ultimatum. Credit: Universal Studios.
What other movies has Matt Damon been a part of? While Damon is primarily recognized for his role in the Bourne series, he has also taken on notable true-to-life characters. For instance, he portrayed Carroll Shelby in *Ford v Ferrari* and James Granger in *The Monuments Men* back in 2014.
Recently, Damon appeared in Nolan's Oppenheimer, portraying Leslie Groves, a lieutenant general in the U.S. Army who played a vital role in the Manhattan Project alongside Oppenheimer. He also collaborated with Nolan on the movie Interstellar.
Tom Holland Stars As TBC
Tom Holland stars in The Crowded Room on Apple TV+.
What other projects has Tom Holland worked on? The actor is primarily recognized for his starring performance as Spider-Man/Peter Parker in six films from the Marvel franchise.
He has also been featured in Uncharted, The Devil All the Time, Cherry, and The Crowded Room, which is available on Apple TV+.
What other projects has Zendaya been involved in? You might remember her from her time on Disney Channel shows like KC Undercover and Shake It Off. She later transitioned to more mature roles in films such as the Spider-Man series, The Greatest Showman, and the series Euphoria.
After gaining recognition from her work in Euphoria, she jumped into her first major film roles with the two Dune movies, and then landed a part in Luca Guadagnino’s Challengers.
Robert Pattinson Takes On TBC Role
Robert Pattinson in Tenet. Warner Bros.
What other projects has Robert Pattinson been involved in? He gained popularity for his role as Edward Cullen in the Twilight saga. Since then, he's built a remarkable filmography that includes titles like Cosmopolis, The Lost City of Z, Good Time, High Life, The Lighthouse, and The Batman. He has also collaborated with director Christopher Nolan in the film Tenet.
Lupita Nyong'o Takes On New Role
Lupita Nyong'o stars in A Quiet Place: Day One. Image courtesy of Paramount Pictures/YouTube.
What other projects has Lupita Nyong’o worked on? She gained fame from her performance as Patsey in the historical film 12 Years a Slave (2013), directed by Steve McQueen. Following that, she joined the cast of Star Wars: The Force Awakens in 2015 and reprised her role in the sequel, The Last Jedi, in 2017. Most recently, she featured in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.
Anne Hathaway Stars In TBC Role
Anne Hathaway plays the character Solène Marchand in The Idea of You, available on Prime Video.
What other projects has Anne Hathaway been a part of? Hathaway rose to fame with her first major role in The Princess Diaries in 2001. Since then, she has appeared in several notable films such as Brokeback Mountain, The Devil Wears Prada, Rachel Getting Married, and Les Misérables.
Some of the more recent movies and projects include Ocean's 8, Dark Waters, Armageddon Time, Eileen, Mothers' Instinct, the Apple TV+ series WeCrashed, and the Prime Video film The Idea of You.
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Charlize Theron Takes On A New Role
Charlize Theron stars in The Old Guard, available on Netflix.
What other projects has Charlize Theron been involved in? Fans may remember her from movies like Monster, Tully, Mad Max: Fury Road, Atomic Blonde, The Fate of the Furious, and The Old Guard available on Netflix.
The Odyssey is set to hit theaters on July 17, 2026.
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