Overview

• Ben Affleck humorously commented on Matt Damon's shirtless set photos from 'The Odyssey,' calling it 'the first time he got in shape in his life.'
• Damon underwent a significant body transformation to portray Odysseus in Christopher Nolan's IMAX-shot adaptation of Homer’s epic poem.
• Affleck made the remarks during an April 22 appearance on NBC’s Today show while promoting his own film, 'The Accountant 2.'
• Set photos from March revealed Damon’s rugged look, including a gray beard, as he filmed in Favignana, Italy, alongside co-star Zendaya.
• The Odyssey, featuring a star-studded cast including Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, and Robert Pattinson, is set for a July 17, 2026 release.