The Odyssey: The Making of an Epic
2026 · 23 min · DocumentaryPG
"Uncovering the journey behind the myth."
Go behind the scenes of Christopher Nolan's mythic action epic, The Odyssey. This special documentary explores the monumental undertaking of adapting Homer’s foundational saga for the big screen, charting a grueling 91-day principal photography schedule across six countries. From the revolutionary use of brand-new IMAX film technology to the massive coordination of over 5,300 custom-designed costumes, discover how a star-studded cast led by Matt Damon, Tom Holland, and Anne Hathaway brought the dangerous, timeless world of ancient Greek gods and monsters to life.
- Released
- July 14, 2026
- Language
- English
Cast
Christopher Nolan
Self - Director / Writer / Producer
Matt Damon
Self - "Odysseus"
Robert Pattinson
Self - "Antinous"
Zendaya
Self - "Athena"
Tom Holland
Self - "Telemachus"
Emma Thomas
Self - Producer
Nilo Otero
Self - First Assistant Director
Andrew Jackson
Self - Visual Effects Supervisor
George Cottle
Self - Supervising Stunt Coordinator
Himesh Patel
Self - "Eurylochus"
Anne Hathaway
Self - "Penelope"
Thomas Hayslip
Self - Executive Producer
Where to watch in the US
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