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Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey Unveils Viral ‘Defy the Gods’ Teaser Poster

Sightings of the minimalist poster at an LA AMC theatre mark the launch of the epic’s promotional campaign.

First poster of The Odyssey features a severed head.
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Overview

  • A minimalist teaser poster featuring a statue fragment and the tagline “Defy the Gods” appeared at an AMC theatre in Los Angeles and went viral on social media.
  • A high-resolution leak of the artwork circulated online within hours of its theatrical debut, providing fans with the first promotional glimpse.
  • The poster rollout officially launches the marketing campaign for The Odyssey, which is scheduled for theatrical release on July 17, 2026.
  • Christopher Nolan serves as writer, director, and producer on the $250 million adaptation of Homer’s epic under his Syncopy production company.
  • Headlined by Matt Damon as Odysseus alongside a star-studded ensemble, the film is the first feature ever shot entirely with IMAX film cameras to deliver an immersive cinematic experience.