Leaked roles reveal who plays what in Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey with Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Zendaya

Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey, a highly anticipated film set to release in 2026, has revealed key roles through Greek media outlets. The film, based on Homer's legendary epic poem, features a star-studded cast, with Matt Damon playing the lead role of Odysseus, the King of Ithaca.

Damon’s portrayal of Odysseus, who struggles to return home after angering Poseidon, has already been teased in set photos where he dons traditional Greek attire.

Tom Holland is set to play Telemachus, Odysseus' 20-year-old son, who embarks on a journey to find his father. Zendaya will portray Athena, the goddess who serves as Telemachus' protector. 

Anne Hathaway joins the cast as Penelope, Odysseus' faithful wife who resists numerous suitors during his long absence. Additional cast members include Charlize Theron as the sorceress Circe, who turns Odysseus' men into pigs, Benny Safdie as Agamemnon, and Lupita Nyong'o as Clytemnestra.

The Odyssey is poised to be one of Nolan's grandest projects, blending his signature cinematic style with epic storytelling. The film will be shot using advanced IMAX technology, showcasing breathtaking locations from around the world. 

Principal photography began in Morocco, with the production set to move to Sicily and the United Kingdom. Hoyte van Hoytema, a frequent collaborator of Nolan, is behind the cinematography.

Set to release on July 17, 2026, The Odyssey promises to bring Homer's timeless tale to the big screen with cutting-edge technology and an ensemble cast that has fans eagerly awaiting the film’s arrival.