Zendaya’s portrayal of Athena marks another headline-making revelation.

For Damon, the role proved transformative. “Without exaggeration, it was the best experience of my career,” he says.

Odyssey is set to hit theaters worldwide on July 17, 2026, via Universal Pictures. Just two weeks later, Holland will return as Peter Parker in Spider-Man.

'Darkness. Zeus' law smashed to pieces. Kingdom without a king. He knew it was an unwinnable war. And then somehow, somehow he won it,' is the phrase heard in the 'leaked' trailer

Fragments bearing the name of Odysseus have been found on the island of Ithaca- home, according to legend, of one of ancient Greece’s greatest heroes.

As Nolan’s The Odyssey moves toward its 2026 release, it remains to be seen whether these casting decisions will resonate with audiences or further fuel the controversy

The region of Messenia in the southwest Peloponnese has turned into a huge Hollywood set, as many stars have arrived for the shooting of the highly-anticipated film directed by Christopher Nolan "Odyssey"

Hurst, who gained widespread recognition for his role as the loyal and formidable Opie Winston in Sons of Anarchy, has built a diverse career spanning film and television.

The Hollywood presence in Greece has been growing, with Tom Holland also arriving in the country to portray Telemachus, Odysseus’ son.

Christopher Nolan and Matt Damon have arrived in Pylos, Greece for the filming of Odyssey, while Charlize Theron is expected soon. The $250M epic features an all-star cast.