By Irshad Khan 
Cinema fans are buzzing as Christopher Nolan’s epic adaptation of Homer’s The Odyssey prepares for its first full-length trailer debut. True to tradition, this highly anticipated trailer will premiere exclusively in theaters ahead of select showings of Avatar: Fire and Ash on December 19, 2025. Not only will moviegoers get a first look at James Cameron’s third “Avatar” chapter, they’ll also witness Nolan’s groundbreaking take on one of literature’s greatest tales—a blockbuster event for both sci-fi and adventure lovers!
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Trailer Debut Details
For the first time, audiences will see the official trailer for Nolan’s The Odyssey when they attend the theatrical release of Avatar: Fire and Ash. This synergy between two visionary directors builds on the tradition of attaching premium trailers to blockbuster premieres—most recently, Nolan’s “Oppenheimer” trailer debuted ahead of “Avatar: The Way of Water.” Advance tickets for IMAX screenings have already sold out in several major cities, highlighting the excitement surrounding both epic films.
Epic Story & Cast
The Odyssey brings Homer’s ancient myth to the big screen with Matt Damon starring as Odysseus, whose perilous ten-year journey home after the Trojan War pits him against gods, monsters, and fate itself. The star-studded ensemble features Tom Holland as Telemachus (his son), Anne Hathaway as Penelope (his wife), Zendaya as Athena, plus Lupita Nyong’o, Robert Pattinson, Charlize Theron, Jon Bernthal, Mia Goth, and many more. The sweeping adaptation promises an emotional journey through legendary trials—Cyclops, Sirens, and sorceress Circe among them.
Cinematic Vision & Filming
Nolan guides The Odyssey with his signature cinematic style, shooting entirely on new IMAX 70mm cameras for a grand visual spectacle. Filming spanned seven months across locations in Greece, Italy, Morocco, Scotland, Iceland, and Malta, portraying both the mythical and historical landscapes of the ancient Mediterranean. The film reportedly carries a $250 million budget, placing it among the most ambitious productions of Nolan’s career.
Release Timeline
Following the trailer’s debut in December, The Odyssey is set to release in theaters worldwide—including IMAX—on July 17, 2026. Fans of Nolan’s past work, from “Inception” to “Oppenheimer,” are already calling this his biggest creative risk, making the months leading up to next summer some of the most anticipated in recent film history.
Source: World of Reel, Dark Horizons, IMDb, Wikipedia, Digital Spy.