Christopher Nolan is set to return to the big screen with The Odyssey, an ambitious $250 million adaptation inspired by Homer’s classic epic. The film’s official X (formerly Twitter) handle stunned fans today with a first-look poster and a concise but powerful caption: “A film by Christopher Nolan. Shot entirely with IMAX film cameras. In theaters 7.17.26. #TheOdysseyMovie.”
What’s immediately grabbing attention is Nolan’s bold choice to shoot the entire film with IMAX film cameras—a rare and complex decision due to the scarcity and technical demands of the format. According to a 2025 Hollyland report, only a limited number of IMAX film cameras exist globally, and operating them requires specialized crews. This makes The Odyssey not just a cinematic project but a technological feat, reinforcing Nolan’s long-standing dedication to pushing the limits of large-format storytelling.
The poster’s tagline, “Defy The Gods,” hints at a striking reinterpretation of Odysseus’s myth, potentially focusing more on man’s rebellion against fate than blind endurance. This thematic slant aligns with Nolan’s recurring explorations of time, agency, and existential conflict—and suggests that The Odyssey won’t be a straightforward retelling, but a psychological and visual reimagining rooted in modern myth-making.
Interestingly, the film’s debut teaser was unintentionally leaked online days ahead of its scheduled theatrical reveal, as first reported by The Hollywood Reporter on July 1. While Nolan has famously championed the theater-first experience, the leak underscores the growing struggle between creative control and digital immediacy. Still, fan buzz on X remains electric, signaling that whether watched on a phone screen or 70mm IMAX, The Odyssey is poised to be one of 2026’s most anticipated cinematic events.