Christopher Nolan The Odyssey: Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey is already building momentum after a striking new poster was unveiled. An exclusive IMAX prologue has also been confirmed. The first look was revealed on Thursday, December 18, 2025, offering a glimpse of the epic ahead of its global theatrical release on July 17, 2026.
The update was shared via the film’s official Instagram page. The post confirmed that The Odyssey was shot entirely using IMAX film cameras. It also announced that the prologue will be screened exclusively in IMAX theatres before Avatar: Fire and Ash. The move once again highlights Nolan’s unwavering faith in the big-screen experience.
Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey
The newly revealed poster features a lone warrior clad in dark armour, framed against a misty blue backdrop. The imagery has been described as atmospheric and imposing, signalling a grand, mythic tone. Attention has quickly shifted from earlier debates about historical accuracy to the film’s visual ambition and cinematic scale, with many viewers focusing on the bold artistic direction.
Online reactions have been swift and enthusiastic. “Many viewers on social media platform X are calling the poster ‘insane’ and ‘beautiful.’” The response reflects the growing excitement surrounding Nolan’s next project, which also marks his first feature since Oppenheimer and his first film shot entirely using IMAX cameras.
More about The Odyssey
The Odyssey is based on Homer’s ancient Greek epic and follows King Odysseus on his long and perilous journey home after the Trojan War. Themes of endurance, identity, and survival are expected to anchor the narrative, staying true to the source material while being reimagined through Nolan’s cinematic lens.
A star-studded ensemble has been assembled for the project. Matt Damon has been cast as Odysseus, with Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, Robert Pattinson, Lupita Nyong’o, and Charlize Theron also playing key roles. The scale and diversity of the cast have been widely noted within the industry, further positioning the film as a major global event.
A six-minute prologue from the film is currently being screened exclusively in IMAX theatres ahead of Avatar: Fire and Ash. The preview has been designed to offer an early glimpse into Nolan’s vision and technical execution. While intended as a theatrical-only experience, brief clips have already begun circulating online, fuelling further discussion.
Produced by Christopher Nolan and Emma Thomas under the Syncopy Inc. banner, The Odyssey is shaping up to be one of the most closely watched releases of 2026.