Nolan to Film 'The Odyssey' in Sicily

Christopher Nolan's upcoming film adaptation of Homer's 'The Odyssey' will be filmed in locations closely tied to the epic, such as Sicily's Favignana Island, known as 'Goat Island,' where Odysseus' crew purportedly landed. This choice continues Nolan's trend of shooting on location, utilizing new IMAX technology to enhance the film's realism. The movie boasts a star-studded cast including Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, and Zendaya, with their specific roles remaining undisclosed. Filming is set to commence in two months, with additional locations in the U.K. and Morocco. Scheduled for release on July 17, 2026, the film is expected to be Nolan's most expensive to date, with a budget of $250 million. The adaptation promises a mythic action epic that captures Odysseus' perilous 10-year journey home from the Trojan War.