Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ Expands Star-Studded Cast

February 1, 2025 – Director Christopher Nolan‘s upcoming film adaptation of Homer’s The Odyssey has added four distinguished actors to its ensemble cast: Elliot Page, Bill Irwin, Himesh Patel, and Samantha Morton. This expansion further elevates the film’s impressive lineup, which already includes Tom Holland, Zendaya, Anne Hathaway, Matt Damon, Robert Pattinson, and Charlize Theron.

A Stellar Ensemble

Moreover, the addition of Page, Irwin, Patel, and Morton brings a wealth of talent to the project:

Elliot Page: Known for his roles in Inception and Juno, Page’s casting reunites him with Nolan, with whom he previously collaborated on Inception.

Bill Irwin: A seasoned actor celebrated for his work in Interstellar and Legion, Irwin’s involvement adds depth to the film’s character roster.

Himesh Patel: Recognized for his performances in Tenet and Yesterday, Patel’s return to a Nolan project is highly anticipated.

Samantha Morton: A versatile actress known for her roles in Minority Report and Harlots, Morton’s casting marks her first collaboration with Nolan.

Filming Locations and Schedule

Filming is set to commence in late March 2025, with locations including:

Favignana, Sicily: Believed to be one of the real-life locations that Homer imagined Odysseus traveling to.

Eolian Islands, Sicily

United Kingdom

Morocco

Release Date

Ultimately, The Odyssey is scheduled for release on July 17, 2026, in IMAX theaters.

With its expanding cast and ambitious production plans, The Odyssey is poised to be a significant cinematic event, blending Nolan’s visionary direction with a talented ensemble to bring the ancient epic to life.

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Published by HOLR Magazine

Sources: The Odyssey, Universal Pictures, Interstellar, the Dark Knight Rises, Spider-Man, Tenet, Inception

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